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We all love looking at beautiful homes for interiors inspiration, but sometimes it can come from more unexpected places too. Such is the case in this Dublin café, where a design by Lisa Hayes of Fabric Design has refreshed this space with plenty of touches we could see translating to a home kitchen.
“The space was reimagined for Rustic Honey Food, a contemporary bakery known for its freshly made, homemade goods,” Lisa explains. “Previously occupied under different ownership, the existing café was outdated and in need of a complete transformation. The objective was to create a vibrant and inviting space that perfectly reflected the owners’ vision.”
Colour was another important aspect of this design. “The transformation of the café was guided by a carefully curated selection of materials and a thoughtfully designed colour palette, drawing inspiration from the brand’s existing identity,” Lisa explains. “We aimed for a clean and bright aesthetic throughout, with birch plywood joinery adding natural warmth and soft pale pinks complemented by accents of green and mustard. A curved terracotta wall graphic became a key focal point, and an irregular tile pattern on the backdrop introduced a playful and unexpected touch to the counter area.”
The result is a cohesive, functional space that feels welcoming. “Strong teamwork and collaborations with David Shannon from The Architects and Brendan Kavanagh Furniture were instrumental in bringing this project to life,” Lisa says. “Their expertise ensured the project was completed smoothly and successfully within a tight six-week turnaround.”
It’s a project that not only proves that you can transform existing features for a cost-effective way to update your own space, but that relatively simple materials can have a real impact. “With smart material reuse and thoughtful planning, the whole space is totally transformed,” Lisa explains, “while the clean and contemporary aesthetic perfectly captures the client’s ethos.”
Photography: Johnny Mallin