Juxtaposed materials: textiles sourced directly from the Kvadrat manufacturing house, still equiped with the visible seams that typically get discarded, are draped over plumbing pipes. In the showroom, an aluminum sheet is placed on a simple pine wood structure, with industrial metal refrigerators and drawers stowed underneath.

The bar itself is made from tin, a material reminiscent of classic Italian espresso bars. We were fortunate to have found a skilled maker proficient in this craft. This material's soft characteristics – so delicate that even a fingernail can leave an impression – result in a beautiful aging process,  a matte finish along with subtle dents and scratches that add character.

As part of the window display, the espresso machine is placed on a stack of Ytong blocks, typically used for insulation in construction. Their off-white hue and their rough texture stand in contrast to the espresso machine's appearance. This contrast and simplicity leads to an approachability that counters the otherwise flawlessly designed space we were tasked with transforming.