2024 Gallery
Winner: Best Café Design
Wall Architects for Top Tea, Clayton
328A Clayton Rd
Clayton, VIC
Inspired by the unforgettable taste of their beverages, Top Tea Clayton's design echoes the "Tetris effect," translating this sensation into a multifaceted architectural and interior experience. This innovative approach reimagines the tea shop as a dynamic, modular space, creating a memorable and immersive environment for patrons.
Jury Citation
Top Tea Clayton has been awarded Best Café Design for its remarkable innovation and originality. Among this year's entries, it stood out for its adventurous spirit and experimental approach, creating a cafe experience that is both striking and refreshingly unique.
The design's boldness is exemplified by its striking material palette and the unconventional placement of stainless steel tactile studs on the wall, adding a touch of whimsy and surprise. The creative use of a Tetris-inspired extruded grid throughout the project enhances the space’s visual appeal beyond traditional graphic applications.
Top Tea Clayton excels in creating a photogenic environment perfectly suited for short visits, aligning seamlessly with its purpose. This clever design, executed to an exceptionally high standard, brings a refreshing change to suburban streetscapes and offers a vibrant and distinctive option that elevates the neighbourhood.
