La Coop Coffee Company

Overview

AMAR Group was contracted to provide tenant fit-out for La Coop Coffee’s new location on the Kennedy Street Corridor. The project involves renovating a 1,915 sq ft masonry building to create a modern coffee shop featuring a coffee grinder as a centerpiece. The original building, once a grocery store, retains its historic tin ceiling with minor repairs.

The design includes replacing bay windows, storefronts, transoms, and doors with new thermal windows to enhance energy efficiency. New interior partitions, doors, and food service equipment will be installed alongside mechanical, plumbing, and electrical upgrades. Key architectural elements include a prominent coffee grinder in the middle, situated by a skylight, exposed brick, wicker chairs used as partitions, and a quiet space at the back. The narrow space presented challenges, necessitating creative solutions such as reconfiguring the basement stairs for adequate head height.

Community & Social Impact

La Coop Coffee Company’s new location will contribute to the vibrant community atmosphere on the Kennedy Street Corridor, offering a gathering place for locals and visitors alike. The project supports economic vitality and community engagement in the neighborhood, with a dedicated space for educating kids about coffee roasting and grinding. Additionally, the mural adjacent to the building was preserved, enhancing the cultural and aesthetic value of the location.

Project Details

Location: Washington, DC, USA
Type: Commercial Renovation – Coffee Shop
Client: Juan Salazar
Size: 1915 sq. ft.
Start: Aug 2023

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Project Details

Location: Washington, DC, USA
Type: Commercial Renovation – Coffee Shop
Client: Juan Salazar
Size: 1915 sq. ft.
Start: Aug 2023

Contact us for more info.