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Kintaro storefront with a minimalist black and white facade and illuminated signage above the counter.

Kintaro Cafe

Coffee ShopJakarta2025

Challenge

Constraint details pending — to be added once full project documentation is available.

Concept

Material selection

Placeholder — to be replaced with the real material decision and its rationale.

Spatial planning

Placeholder — to be replaced with the real circulation or layout decision and its rationale.

Gallery
Counter area in dark tones with potted plants softening the concrete-toned finish.
Seating area with black chairs and timber tables arranged between structural columns.
Storefront viewed from across the street, with the Kintaro wordmark lit behind the window glazing.
Dining area set against an exposed brick wall, with timber tables and mixed seating.
Result

This cafe project was designed as a vibrant gathering space in the heart of Jakarta, embracing an industrial aesthetic with a strong focus on sustainability. By maximizing the use of recycled materials and working within a limited budget, the design creates a distinctive and iconic destination with character, warmth, and lasting appeal.

Specification
Area
200 m²
Programme
12 weeks
Seats
40
Handover to opening
12 days
Opened
1 January 2025
Credits
Photography
Studio Documentation
Contractor
Main Contractor

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