Can a cafe sell emotions? It is a question we found ourselves asking while imagining the future of commercial design. The answer is both intriguing and exciting. We believe the next generation of experiential retail will offer far more than food and drinks. It will offer wonder, curiosity, joy, nostalgia, playfulness, and escape. Customers will […]
Coffee has always lived between two worlds. For some, it’s a chance to slow down, relax, and savor the moment. For others, it’s the fuel behind deadlines, meetings, creative thinking, and long workdays. Labora Café was designed to bring those worlds together. The goal was to create a space where comfort and productivity coexist, where […]
Today’s customers are selective and discerning. They want good service, but they also want experiences that stay with them long after they leave. Because of this, the most memorable brands create experiences that connect emotionally with their customers and give them a reason to return again and again. DanceCandy Fitness is a dance studio concept […]
After building a loyal local following with its first store in Huntsville, Alabama, Leafly Boba Bar is expanding with a second location in Birmingham. Having designed the original store, we were excited to help this growing small business take the next step by creating a new space that stays true to its brand image. The […]
What do software engineering and fried chicken have in common? At Pantry Fried Chicken, the answer lies in an obsession with precision and quality. Founded by a software engineer who believed fried chicken deserved more attention to detail than it typically receives, the company has grown in less than two decades from a local spot […]
Many people assume designers sit around waiting for a burst of inspiration to strike, but that’s not how it works. At Mindful Design Consulting, inspiration isn’t something we wait for, but something we build, step by step. Every project starts with a simple but essential question: what is your business truly offering your customers? Before […]
Fresh, natural, and calming — this is the spirit behind the updated interior design of Movita Juice Bar. We recently teamed up with another fast growing franchise, this time a wellness-focused company, to update the interior of their location in Norwalk, California. Movita Juice Bar is a fast-growing franchise known for its nutritious offerings and clear […]
A workplace is not only about function, but also a space that should welcome you in, steady you on difficult days, and quietly support the work you do. When we began designing the Cheer Home Care office, the intention was never to create an environment that felt corporate or distant. Instead, the goal was to […]
Lovers of Japanese culture and sweet treats who happen to live near—or pass through—Milpitas, California now have a new reason to rejoice. We recently completed the Crepe Shibuya Japanese dessert store design, envisioned as a special go-to destination for both children and adults in the community and beyond. Offering authentic desserts made with ingredients sourced […]
At Mindful Design Consulting, we thrive on challenges—especially those that push us to think creatively and rethink what’s possible. Our latest project did just that, as Taco Time moved into a former French restaurant with an unconventional layout filled with tight corners, leftover rooms, and unexpected spatial conditions. Transforming a space that was never intended […]
Located in a busy shopping center in Sugar Land, Texas, and surrounded by well-known restaurant franchises, Hey!FroYo set out to become a next-gen frozen dessert shop for sweet-treat lovers. Alongside its globally inspired frozen yogurt, the shop offers the stylish Korean bingsu—a shaved-ice dessert as delightful to the eyes as it is to the taste […]
In the heart of San Diego’s vibrant Hillcrest neighborhood, a new taco shop was ready to bring a taste of creative Mexican cuisine with a side of bold design. Offering mouthwatering dishes from handcrafted tacos to house-made salsas and signature chorizo, Crest Taco wanted to wow its customers with culinary creativity and efficient service. To […]
Long before it became a colorful L.A. favorite, Pablito’s Tacos was just a tiny stand tucked into a Burbank parking lot. Founder Danny Rodriguez started it in 2018 as a side project outside his Peruvian restaurant, an experiment that quickly grew into a local sensation, winning over taco lovers across the Valley and beyond. Blending […]
We recently had the opportunity to create a full branding and interior design package for MISO Ramen & Poke Bar, a growing Japanese restaurant franchise that reimagines tradition through a contemporary lens. Our goal was to build a strong, scalable franchise brand, and a clear, replicable identity—one that supports growth across multiple locations while staying […]
We recently put our signature on another frozen dessert store design. Swirlicious came to us with a small space that featured only standard, nondescript elements. We used color, patterns, graphics, and finishing details to create an interior that captures the joy and flavor of its sweet treats while making the most of the available square […]
Once again, Mindful Design Consulting has transformed an unremarkable site into a stunning establishment—another ice cream shop that delights both the eye and the palate. Lulu’s Ice-Cream Social, located in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, is a homemade ice cream haven known for its simple, high-quality ingredients. The shop pairs its frozen creations with delectable treats like […]
When this premier vaping supply store, prepared to open its newest location, they sought a design that would match the sophistication of their high-end clientele. Tasked with creating a space that exudes modern elegance, we transformed their store into a sleek, upscale destination. The new interior branding blends vibrant elements with refined touches, reflecting the […]
Scoops La Jolla, a beloved ice cream shop that has served as a wonderful hangout spot for both local and visiting ocean lovers for the past six years, has opened the doors to its second location, this time at 1025 Prospect Street #130 in La Jolla, California. Having designed the interior of their first location, […]
A new boba tea shop is soon to open in Sarnia, Ontario, ready to offer its visitors delicious treats and a good time, all in a charming, newly created space. Bobaroma masters the art of high-quality boba beverages and pairs them with cakes, puffs and the delightful mochi donut in flavors ranging from strawberry and […]
We recently added another boba tea store interior to our extensive portfolio, this time with an interior design branding update of a well-loved franchise. Boba Nation primarily offers boba teas, smoothies, skakes, frappes and a myriad of other drinks for all contemporary tastes, but complements these offerings with desserts and savory treats. Our goal was […]
Aspen’s Dog House in La Jolla, California, is the world’s first dog-exclusive pet store, catering to high-end dog lovers. Named after Aspen, a now-thriving three-legged rescue dog who has achieved celebrity status in La Jolla, the store promises an “extravagant experience” for those who want to pamper their pets with the very best. To fulfill […]
Since 2007, Ding Tea has had the declared mission of bringing the Taiwanese tea culture to other parts of the world – and has successfully done so. We helped the franchise come even closer to its goals by creating the interior of their Chula Vista location in California and adopting a design that translates the […]
Pickleball enthusiasts in and around Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, now have another reason to enjoy their club activities: We have just completed the cafe at the Hayden Pickleball Club, where we created an interior inspired by the natural beauty of Lake City and its surroundings. Easy to navigate, inviting and rich in detail, this club cafe […]
We have recently completed the design of Elfin Kids Cuts, a hair salon located in San Diego, California. This project allowed us to revisit our love for color and the enchanting fantasies of our childhood. Working on a children’s hair salon presented a unique challenge, as playfulness and visual engagement took precedence over elegance and […]
We have recently celebrated 15 years of being in business and of awesome design projects with a slightly different enterprise. Having been given this happy opportunity to look back at everything that we created along the years, we decided to capture some of our best project in our new interior design book Small Store Design […]
If you are a brioche-style doughnut lover and are working on appeasing your sweet tooth, Blondie’s Doughnuts is the place to be. We have recently helped the company design their physical location and came up with a doughnut shop interior design of a unique inspiration. The company’s original logo had been designed by their artist […]
Fusion restaurant design: Mindful Design Consulting All photos: Mindful Design Consulting Curry Fusion is a restaurant in Texas that brings together elements and dishes from different cultures into flavorful culinary creations. The flavor and warmth of these dishes inspired us to create a restaurant interior that is a visual expression of these two attributes. We […]
Opened in 2008, Sift Dessert Bar is a woman-owned company born from a desire to provide a high-end dessert selection to Northern California’s Wine Country and San Francisco Bay Area. Winner of Food Network’s Cupcakes War in 2011, Sift started small but gained popularity fast, which allowed it to expand to more locations. The company […]
Boba Store Design: Mindful Design Consulting All pictures: Mindful Design Consulting Boba Spot is a small bubble tea and ice cream store in a busy college area, next to the San Diego State University campus. With make-to-order fruit-infused boba tea, handcrafted ice cream, milk tea and smoothies on the menu, the store is a great […]
Shopping Center Design: Mindful Design Consulting All photos: Mindful Design Consulting A centrally located retail, office and medical space in San Marcos, California, Park Place was in need of an update to get ready for new occupancy. Located on 904-920 West San Marcos Blvd., this three-building complex was ready to enter a new stage as […]
