Every element of this boutique confection shop was custom designed and fabricated. Unique elements beautifully showcase the confections both as they are being created in the commercial kitchen and then displayed for purchase. The new 430 square foot space is the newest Compartés store in Century City and was a design collaboration with Jonathan Grahm, Kelly Wearstler, and Krueger Architects.
Behind the counter, an ebonized wire-brushed wood wall was carefully designed in geometric patterns–inspired by the artist Louise Nevelson. The wall incorporates a hidden door that leads to the commercial Kitchen area. This is where all the magic happens and the finishing touches are made to the handmade, gourmet chocolates. Frozen hot chocolate drinks are mixed as chocolate continuously flows from custom brass faucets. A rich and inspired dusky emerald color used on the exterior and interior unifies the entire design.
The materials include patinaed copper, honed and tumbled marble, brass, glass, onyx, ebonized wood, and hand troweled plaster. Artisans created display pieces for the store; including made locally in Los Angeles, ceramic bowls created by Morgan Peck. Hand-blown glass domes crafted by New York artist Anna Karlin protect and playfully display the chocolate.
ARCHITECT: KRUEGER ARCHITECTS
INTERIOR DESIGN: JONATHAN GRAHM
INTERIOR DESIGN: KELLY WEARSTLER
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