Customized Design Project: Mixed Ice cream & Waffle & Crepe Store

The layout of the entire store is first structured according to the "customer flow line". Entering from the entrance, the first thing you'll see is a long bar counter (right opposite the display cabinet), so you don't have to take a detour to place your order or pick up your food. Opposite and to the side of the bar counter is the dining area, which is divided into booths, individual seats and a window bar counter area. Whether you buy an ice cream cone alone to rest or have a meal with a few friends, you can always find a suitable spot. Behind the bar counter is the equipment and storage area. The freezer and raw material cabinet are all hidden near the operation area. The staff can turn around and get their items without having to run back and forth in the store.

For instance, a whole row of booths was left by the window, which not only made use of natural light to make the space brighter but also provided a spot for young people who enjoy "viewing the scenery and taking photos" to check in. The individual seating area combines long tables and small square tables. When there are many people, they can share tables, and when there are few people, it won't feel empty. Even the distance between the bar counter and the dining area is just enough for two people to walk side by side, so there won't be a situation where you get stuck after ordering.

U-shaped bar counter

Countertop and cabinet body: The countertop is made of white marble or quartz stone. Firstly, the sauces for ice cream and waffles tend to spill easily, and marble can be wiped clean. Secondly, white has a natural "refreshing feeling", which goes well with the tone of sweet products. The lower part of the cabinet is decorated with black and white geometric patterns. No overly fancy designs were chosen. This not only maintains the "lively" feeling of the bright tones but also adds a touch of modernity, preventing it from looking cheap.

Operation and Display Area: A transparent ice cream display cabinet is embedded at the front end of the bar counter. The glass cover and internal lighting can make the colors of different flavors of ice cream particularly attractive - such as the deep brown of chocolate flavor and the bright pink of strawberry flavor, which can be distinguished at a glance. Next to the display cabinet is the cash register, equipped with an ordering screen featuring menu ICONS, so there's no need for the staff to repeatedly explain "What flavors are available today?" At the back of the bar counter, there are ice cream machines, waffle ovens, crepe frying pans and blenders. The positions of each piece of equipment are arranged in the order of serving: the waffle is placed next to the sauce counter, and ice cream can be added directly after it is done without having to move back and forth.

Table and chair dining area

1. The table and chairs: The chairs were chosen in a bright blue metal frame style. Firstly, the color echoes the brand's "main color of pink and blue", looking very lively. Second, the metal frame is lightweight. Customers can move it by themselves and it is not easy to break. The table features a matte white top and black metal legs, which complement the material of the bar counter and are easy to clean - after all, it's inevitable to have some crumbs when eating ice cream.

2. Booth sofa: The wall area features a soft booth with a combination of pink and blue. The rose red backrest and sky blue seat cushion create a harmonious color contrast without looking garish. The backrest of the booth is made of soft padding, so you won't get tired even after sitting for a long time. It's just right for the scenario of "chatting while eating".

3. Window bar area: By the window, a long wooden bar table and black high stools have been added. This area is prepared for "single customers" - buy an ice cream cone and sit by the window. You can rest and won't feel out of place among the surrounding crowd.

Lighting box and advertising machines

Electronic advertising machine: Several electronic screens are hung above the bar counter, some of which are dynamic menus - scrolling pictures of finished ice cream and waffles, accompanied by pop-up Windows saying "Today's Recommendations". Some of the copy is interesting, such as "Reasons for eating ice cream: The weather is nice today/The weather is bad today/I just want to eat it today". Occasionally, there will also be a promotional message saying "Half price for the second portion", which is much more flexible than Posting paper posters.

Decorative light boxes and walls: One of the walls is decorated with blackboard-style light box paintings, featuring oversized ice cream shop cones, accompanied by the slogan "life is short eat ice cream first". It is not only decoration but also precisely hits the "emotional point" of young people. The other wall is a vertical striped wall in pink, blue and white, along with several rows of "dripping" colored decorative strips, resembling ice cream melting and flowing down. Every detail exudes a "sweet atmosphere".