Analog - Westman Village

For this suburban location of Analog Coffee, the design team aimed to create a space that brought the effortlessly hip vibe of Analog’s 17th Ave flagship location to the progressive community of Westman Village. Analog’s interior aesthetic is rooted in a utilitarian materiality and this location is no exception. The engaging and familiar space is built on the basic elements of bright white gallery walls and warm wood tones. Natural steel features prominently on the back bar and vestibule, providing a gritty patina to the space. A boldly patterned cream and navy mosaic floor defines the seating area to provide a punch of colour and visual interest.

Most important are the specialty details of the space, which define and characterize each unique Analog Cafe as its own. A vintage inspired shelving system was designed for both the back bar and retail spaces, with supports formed of black steel rebar. An eclectic mix of seating sees steel framed chairs combined with soft loungers and a coffee coloured, channel tufted leather sofa. Most prominent in the space is the impressive coffee bar, with an olive wood front punctuated with a progression of black, hand-milled wood ribs. It acts as the perfect stage for the bold red Slayer Espresso machine and the other high-tech coffee gear.

“Russ and Chris are incredibly passionate about the intricacies of their company and the cafes need to reflect that same level of attention to detail,” explains Sarah Ward, Principal of Sarah Ward Interiors. “They absolutely indulge our love of creating unique hallmarks for a space and we’re so proud to have created a cafe that truly exemplifies the Analog Coffee culture.”

Completed February 2019, Calgary, Alberta | Clients: Russ Prefontaine and Chris Prefontaine | https://www.analogcoffee.ca/