Koffiqa transforms an awkward plan into a spatial journey, where a continuous bar draws visitors through a tunnel-like coffee experience.

Set in Khobar, Saudi Arabia, the space unfolds as a sequence rather than a single room. What was once a fragmented layout of sharp angles and residual corners has been reimagined into a fluid, intuitive environment that gently guides movement.

At the heart of the project, a central bar stretches through the space like a spine, anchoring the experience and creating a sense of direction. Around it, the atmosphere remains relaxed and informal, with loose tables, movable chairs, and touches of greenery/artwork that allow the space to adapt naturally to different rhythms throughout the day.

Moments of softness and play interrupt the linearity: sheer baby blue curtains filter the light, a patterned fabric introduces texture, and an oil-framed portrait quietly emerges from the wood paneling. Above, a butter yellow ceiling adds a subtle vibrancy, balancing the otherwise calm palette.

Craft and collaboration are central to the project. The counter itself becomes the focal point, clad in handmade ceramic tiles produced in the UAE, each piece slightly irregular and shaped through an ongoing dialogue between designer and maker. Artworks within the space were sourced from Saudi and Lebanese artists, adding a regional layer of cultural expression, while the lighting was developed with a Lebanese supplier working closely with local artisans. Together, these elements support a network of makers and bring warmth, texture, and authenticity to the space, echoing the rituals of coffee and everyday life.