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Abu Dhabi Oasis Cafe


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Abu Dhabi Oasis Cafe

Abu Dhabi Oasis Cafe is an innovative interior design project that transforms a 50-year-old apartment into a contemporary cafe space, masterfully blending West Asian aesthetics with modern design sensibilities. Located at the corner of an alley, this 165.2-square-meter establishment spans two floors and exemplifies thoughtful architectural renovation through its distinctive use of desert-inspired color palettes and materials. The design concept creates a striking contrast between warm, saturated tones and industrial elements, featuring dark orange stucco walls balanced with sleek stainless steel fixtures. The spatial arrangement includes an outdoor seating area, counter, and bar on the ground floor, while the basement houses various seating configurations optimized for comfort and functionality. The project's innovative approach to lighting optimization involved removing outdoor awnings and implementing glass elements to maximize natural light penetration. Notable technical solutions include a sophisticated drainage system in the basement, addressing potential flooding concerns while facilitating plant irrigation. The interior aesthetic achieves a harmonious balance between vintage and contemporary elements, with carefully selected materials including paint, iron components, and glass, all unified under a minimalist color scheme. The design earned recognition with a Bronze A' Design Award in the Interior Space, Retail and Exhibition Design category, acknowledging its excellence in spatial innovation and cultural integration. Particular attention was paid to user safety through the implementation of blunted edges on metallic surfaces, while strategic placement of succulent plants throughout the space reinforces the oasis concept, creating an atmospheric escape that pays homage to Abu Dhabi's desert heritage while serving the modern urban coffee culture.

desert-inspired interior design, contemporary cafe renovation, architectural transformation, minimalist color palette, West Asian aesthetics, urban oasis concept

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