In developing a UK flagship location in London’s St. Martin’s Square, Coffee Island approached AXIA to develop a concept design that would usher in the next generation of their brand and interior architecture. With over 400 global locations, this was the first in the UK, tasked with introducing Coffee Island’s holistic approach to the industry, from direct relationships to growers, to the pursuit of excellence in the roasting process itself. Developed in 2 phases, a balance between cafe and gallery was achieved, with an attention to detail that would evoke Victorian-era craftsmanship.