A black bar stool sits underneath a white counter top next to a shelf holding coffee bags in the foreground while industrial kitchen hardware are in the background

Vendome Cafe

Food & Beverage

940 2 Ave NW,
Calgary, AB
T2N 0E6

Situation

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Challenge

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Approach

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Outcome

Designed with the flair of classic European cafes in mind, Vendome stayed true to its status as one of Calgary’s most cherished dining locations and its historic 1912 bones while elevating its charm and warmth.

The Vendome Block’s pre-existing brick walls, traditional moldings, and original hardwood floors were preserved while other details of the space were updated, such as the counter seating and kitchen pass, to create a residential quality making guests feel more at home.