Berliner Donuts is a coffee and donuts shop that is located on the ground floor of the new One development, on Barbu Văcărescu Street. Situated in the proximity of Verdi Park, the building has become a focal point for the area, slowly becoming an important landmark for the nearby residents. A key concept of the project was to elevate materials typically concealed in the background, technical or hidden components, bringing them to the forefront of the design. The drywall panels, commonly understated, were repurposed as a focal element and as the primary chromatic foundation, serving as a neutral backdrop for the other materials. The organic and imperfect texture of the central wall is in stark contrast with the precision of the geometric furniture, bringing balance to the space. Our design process was playful, incorporating both traditional design and non-design elements already present in the space. In this way, the dialogue between the planned and the incidental infuses the environment with a dynamic energy.

Photos by Vlad Patru