Company: NOMURA CO., LTD.
Project: %Arabica Riyadh Roastery
Location: Saudi Arabia
Design Team: Shinpei Watanabe (Sales and Project Management), Jun Watanabe (Design and Engineering)
The second %ARABICA store in Saudi Arabia transforms a 900-square-metre warehouse into a theatre-like space, showcasing a custom-built roasting machine at its centre, surrounded by the brand’s signature bean cellar. This open, immersive space allows customers to experience %ARABICA’s coffee culture with all their senses.
A U-shaped kitchen counter highlights the barista’s craft, ensuring their skills are both visible and audible throughout. A pillar-less atrium provides unobstructed views, with box seating divided by sheer curtains across two levels to respect local cultural norms. Additional seating includes benches around the kitchen counter and counters overlooking the space. Soft light filters through a vaulted ceiling with perforated metal, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere.
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Find out more about MFIDA 2025: https://creativehomex.com/mfida-2025-awards-event/
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Article by: Lily Wong
