Buddy Brew Coffee
Designers | Sinclair Group; Robert Blount RDB Design; Clayton Gray Home and Susan Ward
Location | Tampa, FL, USA
Launch date | April 22, 2021
The 433-square-feet space is a blend of modern and industrial textiles. A sleek Carrara marble bar provides seating for six and there are tables for seating along the perimeter. One wall is composed entirely of a commissioned Ron Francis bronze art piece framed in black. He has created pieces for our other shops, providing continuity with our brand. There is a second piece by Francis, an etched work depicting Buddy Brew’s first espresso machine, that adds an upscale look and feel. Metalwork artist Alex Rodriguez Wilkes created a custom steel shelving for back-of-house storage as well as a retail display for whole bean coffee at the register. He also crafted a one-of-a-kind hand-cut steel art piece in the shape of Buddy Brew’s classic logo. Overall, the coffee bar is sleek, yet welcoming. The warm, cozy glow of the custom pendant globe lights attracts customers to this welcoming space filled with friendly faces.
