Balkan Streat

Type

Restaurant

Location

West Village, New York

Status

Completed, 2022

Area

2000 square feet

Scope

Interior design, Custom furniture design, Custom lighting design

Balkan Streat transports customers to the late night streets of Belgrade, a distinct and iconic cityscape rich with architectural influences.

The narrative weaves together the restrained expressiveness of 70s Brutalism and the mood of a late night winding down on the streets of Belgrade.

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Brutalist concrete tile service counter

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Food display, equipment, and pickup shelving

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Signage and mechanical services

A playful mixture of aged concrete walls covered in custom murals, monolithic tile columns, and industrial inspired lights with pops of color set the scene. Front and center, the sculptural brutalist kiosk welcomes customers to discover hot burek on display and fresh ingredients ready to be prepared in the expansive stainless steel open kitchen. Simple, geometric bench seating continues the play of austere, simple forms with plays of bright color.

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Handmade neon in Balkan geometric motif

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Steel frame

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Expanded metal mesh

Further back in the space, a red neon fixture evokes a moody, dimly lit street scene next to a bright, bustling bakery area where hot breads and pies are being made around the clock.