Double Slash Coffee Space

Double Slash Coffee Space

DOUBLE SLASH COFFEE SPACE

Spacy Architecture

STATUS
Built

SIZE
0 sqft - 1000 sqft

BUDGET
$100K - 500K

YEAR
2021

LOCATION
Bangkok, Thailand

CATEGORY
Retail  / Restaurant

Inspired by streamline moderne style in 1930s, Double Slash Coffee Space at rama3 reveals its identity towards dynamic yet simple architectural aspect.

Double Slash Coffee Space
Double Slash Coffee Space

The initial space was originally founded at Rama8 by an industrial designer who had spent and practiced years in forest tradition in northeastern, Isan, Thailand.

He has subsequently regarded craftsmanship as a device to develop his personal qualities, mindfulness, and wholesomeness.

Double Slash Coffee Space
Double Slash Coffee Space

“Double Slash” came from what he usually writes to create space among his ideas while writing.

The parallel oblique lines are not only his familiar written symbols that establish space in-between, but they are also symbols that identify flow, movement, and continuity at once.

Double Slash Coffee Space
Double Slash Coffee Space

Double Slash's architectural identity was influenced by an international style during Art Deco period, when aerodynamic design was basically applied to household products and architectures.

Without excess ornamentation, both curving form and angled planning orientation build flow and visual movement to the building.

Double Slash Coffee Space
Double Slash Coffee Space

Under flat roof structure, the long horizontal framework with minimal distraction humbly accommodates plain space that enhances the essence of stillness and elevates artisan coffee experience within.

The interior space somewhat allows customers to contemplate whatever sensation arising amidst the city of Bangkok.

Double Slash Coffee Space
Double Slash Coffee Space

Glass panels on the architecture establish clear visibility and connectivity between interior and exterior.

Curved wall and floating rounded glass corner welcome visitors from every direction and increase movement throughout the footprint.

Double Slash Coffee Space
Double Slash Coffee Space

Two-toned oblique floor pattern emphasizes Double Slash’s identity and blurs the interior-exterior boundary from glass panel placed in the middle.

Connected wooden tables visually link indoor space with enclosed outdoor surroundings. Concrete finishing on the counter reflects truth to materials and acceptance of nature.

Double Slash Coffee Space
Double Slash Coffee Space

Loose furniture was carefully picked by the owner under supervision of his fellow designer who directs FLO Furniture.

Adjustable group seating in particular area offers sitting variations in different circumstances. 

Double Slash Coffee Space
Double Slash Coffee Space

Transparent facade brings natural lighting into the interior brightening overall space. Indirect light reflected from the ceiling also helps warm and smoothen indoor ambient as a whole.


Double Slash Coffee Space
Double Slash Coffee Space
Double Slash Coffee Space
Double Slash Coffee Space
Double Slash Coffee Space
Double Slash Coffee Space
Double Slash Coffee Space
Double Slash Coffee Space