Isolde Berg

After a year in Milan where I spent many hours in a restaurant, I was fascinated by how they used their space. I was inspired to investigate how the functions and pace of the business changed from early morning to late evening, from a standing coffee at the bar to the last bite at the table – all in the same place. In my degree project, I want to further explore the concept of how a coffee shop transitions to fine dining. Step by step.

Coffee and Plates is a concept that challenges the traditional restaurant model by bringing together different activities under one roof. It is a story about navigating changing atmospheres and intensities, where the pulse of the space fluctuates throughout the course of the day and offers a variety of experiences to its visitors.