Café Chez Teta. Walnut wood and Lebanese traditions for a space with a minimalist aesthetic

Located on the corner of one of Montreal's most dynamic shopping streets, Café Chez Teta combines the traditions of Lebanese cuisine with the flavors and quality of its coffee under one roof thanks to Ivy Studio's design

A simple palette of materials combines the comfort of Lebanese design with a minimalist aesthetic. The space, designed by Ivy Studio, simultaneously projects the warm atmosphere of a grandmother's house (*Teta means grandmother in Arabic) and the energy of a typical Montreal café. With large windows covering both main facades, the space is filled with natural light for most of the day

A large sliding window behind the counter allows customers to order directly from the street, brightening up the sidewalk outside. Inside, the walls are decorated with walnut veneer and a handmade plaster finish, punctuated by locally produced custom terracotta lights and bands of horizontal mirrors. The bistro-style furniture consists of delicate classic walnut chairs and stools

Two long natural leather banquettes with a burgundy velvet back surround the main walls of the dining room. The tables are made of dark burgundy powder-coated steel and solid walnut tops. The large communal table with hand-carved walnut base and sand-coloured marble top has an imposing presence in the center of the room

At the window, a tall monolithic marble counter with deep tones of red, beige, black and white allows for the enjoyment of a hot coffee with a view of Rachel Street. Complementing the counters is a burgundy steel structure used as a display case