Cabinet Noir Express
Perth, WA
A refined coffee bar with soft urban edge
Cabinet Noir Express distils the identity of the renowned streetwear and lifestyle brand into a small-format coffee outpost. The design transforms a tight footprint into a refined, quietly expressive space that feels both modern and grounded. The intention was to create a coffee bar that reflects the brand’s understated aesthetic through clean lines, tonal restraint and thoughtful detailing, offering guests a moment of calm within the energy of Raine Square.
Size45sqm
typeHospitality
Features
Sculptural benchDark tonal paletteSoft layered lightingTextural wall finishesUnderstated branding
Crafted for ease, clarity and everyday comfort
From the moment guests approach the counter, the experience feels effortless and inviting. The compact layout is arranged to support swift service without sacrificing atmosphere. Seating is minimal but intentional, giving customers a comfortable place to pause while maintaining a sense of openness. Soft lighting and warm accents counterbalance the urban palette, creating a gentle rhythm that encourages brief moments of stillness in an otherwise fast-paced environment. The flow between ordering, waiting and enjoying a drink is clear and intuitive, offering a sense of ease that elevates even a quick coffee stop.
Crafted for ease, clarity and everyday comfort
From the moment guests approach the counter, the experience feels effortless and inviting. The compact layout is arranged to support swift service without sacrificing atmosphere. Seating is minimal but intentional, giving customers a comfortable place to pause while maintaining a sense of openness. Soft lighting and warm accents counterbalance the urban palette, creating a gentle rhythm that encourages brief moments of stillness in an otherwise fast-paced environment. The flow between ordering, waiting and enjoying a drink is clear and intuitive, offering a sense of ease that elevates even a quick coffee stop.
A coffee bar defined by tonal balance and purposeful materials
Where minimalism is softened through texture and refined detail.
The interior palette celebrates subtle contrast. Refined finishes ground the space, while introducing warmth and approachability. The bench is designed as a sculptural anchor, finished in materials chosen for both durability and quiet visual impact. Textural walls and understated branding reflect Cabinet Noir’s contemporary identity without overpowering the intimate scale. Lighting is layered to highlight the craftsmanship of the space and the quality of the coffee, creating an environment that feels polished yet welcoming. Each detail works together to form a cohesive atmosphere that reflects the brand’s refined urban sensibility.
A coffee bar defined by tonal balance and purposeful materials
Where minimalism is softened through texture and refined detail.
The interior palette celebrates subtle contrast. Refined finishes ground the space, while introducing warmth and approachability. The bench is designed as a sculptural anchor, finished in materials chosen for both durability and quiet visual impact. Textural walls and understated branding reflect Cabinet Noir’s contemporary identity without overpowering the intimate scale. Lighting is layered to highlight the craftsmanship of the space and the quality of the coffee, creating an environment that feels polished yet welcoming. Each detail works together to form a cohesive atmosphere that reflects the brand’s refined urban sensibility.
