THE
PERK
The owners of an old three
story building in town
desired to create a special
place. They wanted to
provide a deli with special
sandwiches, home made soups
and fine desserts as well as
coffees and teas. But in
addition to the regular
customer seating needed,
they wanted an area to act
as a lounge for guests. They
wanted a gas fireplace
before which customers could
sit, read, relax, be with
friends and stay awhile. The
other half of the building
was being kept for a phase
two project with the
upstairs used for private
offices.
For
the lounge area flooring,
wide plank heart pine
stained in a medium color
was chosen for its warmth.
In this area, a section was
set aside for additional
seating and for a relaxed
area in front of the
fireplace, an upholstered
sofa and two side chairs
were covered in several
coordinating fabrics for a
charming appeal. The
textures of the fabrics
added to the warmth of the
area. Art chosen by the
designer depicting coffee in
several dimensions were
custom framed and hung.
