Brolly Café

Design doesn’t need to shout

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Set within one of Red Hill’s charming streets, surrounded by the character of its heritage homes, Brolly called for an approach that felt considered rather than loud. For us, design doesn’t need to shout. It needs to accommodate, support and enhance what happens within it

We approached the project with a quiet, minimal and elegant language: clean lines, warm off-whites and carefully selected materials that would not only feel timeless, but withstand the demands of everyday use.

Function was just as important as form. We considered how the space would be cleaned, used and experienced over time, selecting contemporary, high-performance materials that could age well and endure.

A small but strategic recess in the rear wall allowed us to introduce a second working bench, creating additional functionality and discreetly integrating a sink, without compromising the simplicity of the front of house.

Nothing unnecessary.
Nothing overlooked.

A simple design, executed with precision, because we believe good design is not about adding more, but about making every decision count.

OJ Thompson delivered the project from design through to the complete fit-out, bringing together the architectural thinking and craftsmanship that sit at the heart of what we do.

This was a particularly enjoyable project for us, and one we hold close for the opportunity to work with wonderful clients and create something thoughtful together.

Simple. Considered. Built to last.