Brass grid structure cages patisserie in Shenzhen by Linehouse
A cage-like grid of brass poles surrounds the upper section of this double-height patisserie in Shenzhen, China, by Shanghai studio LineHouse.
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LineHouse inserted a six-metre high volume into the double height space and punctured windows onto each side of the building.
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"The windows allow glimpses of a three dimensional latticework of brass poles; its complexity only revealed when entering," explained the designers. "The lattice lines all four walls of the deli's interior, filtering natural light and views."
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The gridded cage structure is also used as shelving for plants and glass storage containers for sweets and biscuits.
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Brightly coloured cakes and biscuits are displayed in neat rows underneath glass cases on the tiled coffee counter.
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The white tiled surface also extends down to cover the floor.
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A raised counter made from an arrangement of stacked, chunky wooden blocks is positioned in the middle of the store to showcase a range of snacks in small glass jars.
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Bar stools along a wooden counter provide indoor seating for six customers. Exposed light bulbs encased in round glass covers are suspended from the ceiling.
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While one side of the patisserie opens into the lobby of a connecting building, the other opens out into a courtyard with a teak wood deck.
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This outdoor space includes further bench seating and tables around the edge for customers.
Here's a short description from Linehouse:
Delicatessen in Shenzhen
LineHouse was commissioned to design a delicatessen in Shenzhen. The deli is conceived from both inside and out as an intricate casing, nestled between an existing building's lobby and an exterior garden.
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A volume six metres tall was inserted into the double height space. Its exterior is seemingly simple with a white painted finish and punched windows on all four sides. The windows allow glimpses of a three dimensional latticework of brass poles; its complexity only revealed when entering.
The lattice lines all four walls of the deli's interior, filtering natural light and views. Forming a double-layer screen, it also serves to display and hold chalkboard signage and an array of cookware, equipment and merchandise.
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Within the petite interior is a coffee counter, display for baked goods, fresh juices, deli items, and a table seating six.
Outside, a raised teak wood deck provides seating at both a large central table and a banquet bench. Trees and tall grass planted along the perimeter provide shelter and respite for guests.