Located in downtown Evanston, Arbor is a hybrid café and coworking space serving both remote workers and weekend brunch crowds. Nova Architects reimagined an outdated commercial space with flexible seating zones, custom millwork, and strategic lighting to create an atmosphere that’s warm, modern, and highly functional.
Sales increased, customer dwell time improved, and the café quickly built a loyal base. Reviews often cite the “inviting design” and “cozy layout” as standout features.
📐 Scope of Work
● Full interior architecture and space planning
● Front-of-house + back-of-house flow optimization
● Lighting and acoustics consulting
● Brand-aligned material palette
● Built-in banquette and power-integrated seating
See the Vision Come to Life
From raw commercial shell to vibrant social space, our gallery highlights the transformation. Explore how warm tones, custom layouts, and intentional details created a multi-use atmosphere.
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