Sophisticated Urban Bistro

Sophisticated Urban Bistro – Kings Mountain,NC

Objective:

The redesign of the bar and seating area was thoughtfully executed to achieve a modern yet welcoming urban bistro ambiance, blending contemporary design elements with functional upgrades to enhance both guest comfort and staff efficiency.

The Bar

The overall design blends glass, black shiplap, quartz, and tile to create a visually unified, welcoming space where guests “feel at home” while enjoying the elegance of an urban bistro.

The use of black and white in this space is the perfect illustration of the beauty that can be accomplished with contrast. Each material comes together in a unified design that continues to invite the eye to browse. The custom bar is functional with multiple storage areas, puck lighting in the shelves, stainless steel countertops, and a flip-top countertop, making it easy to go in and out for the employees.

  • The bar boasts stainless steel countertops with a flip-top design that enhances functionality for staff.

  • Puck lighting illuminates the shelving, while floating wood shelves, a mirrored bar, and a subway tile backsplash contribute to a sleek aesthetic.

  • Notably, the bar includes a custom footrest and hooks for hanging purses, making it more user-friendly and accessible. The redesign also ensures ADA-accessible bar seating.
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Banquette Seating

Banquette Seating at 133 West

The banquette seating was designed to maximize the space in this attractive urban bistro while creating a warm, intimate dining experience. The use of warm wood for the banquette seating stands out beautifully against the black shiplap. The glass panel partitions add elegance to the space but still ensure a measure of privacy between the drink rail and seating. The built-in style brings a polished, cohesive look to the dining room while offering diners a sense of privacy. At 133 West, the banquettes combine durability with modern design details, complementing the overall urban bistro aesthetic and enhancing the restaurant’s inviting atmosphere.

Unique Features of the Urban Bistro

Build Method: Inset Cabinets

Project areas—Hostess stand—Bar—Banquette seating—ADA bathroom—Flooring—Subway tile

Wood Species & finishes: Painted Maple – Black – Flat

Features:

  • Vertical Shiplap
  • Subway tile
  • Puck lighting in shelves
  • Flip-up top countertop for servers
  • Floating wood shelves
  • Beaded base
  • Custom footrest at the bar, along with hooks for hanging purses
  • Glass partition
  • Handicap-accessible bar seating area

Project Information

Project Information: Restaurant

133 West Main, Kings Mountain, NC 28086 – * Owner Iris Hubbard 

*Normally, we do not disclose the location of the project, but this is a public place, and we really do encourage you to try out 133 West for a delicious culinary experience.

Designer: Greenbrook Design

Cabinets: Walker Woodworking

Photography: Darin Holiday, Electric films

See below for more photos of this tasty renovation.

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