Designed by party / space / design, BEARHOUSE is a 40-square-meter café that blends soft curves, creamy textures, and cozy seating to create a hangout spot that’s equal parts bubble tea bar and ice cream shop, and relaxed photo zone.
At the heart of BEARHOUSE’s identity is the idea of the Bear Cave, a cozy, slightly whimsical space that feels carved out and cocoon-like. This theme shows up in everything from the rounded edges to the way light wraps softly around the room.
To deepen the concept, the design also borrows from the natural textures of ice cream. That swirl you get when scooping into soft serve, that motion inspired the tactile details across the walls and surfaces. It creates a subtle sense of movement throughout the shop, even though the palette stays minimal and muted.
Instead of leaning on basic café colors, the team blended white and brown into a faded two-tone palette that feels warm and dreamy. It’s a twist on minimalism that’s more approachable and less stark, and much more camera-friendly.
Though the footprint is only 40 square meters, BEARHOUSE makes the most of every corner. The space is clearly split into two zones: The front zone is designed for quick transactions, ideal for customers grabbing drinks or dessert on the go.
The back zone is where the shop really opens up. It’s set up for dining in, socializing, and relaxing, with soft seating that lines the walls and creates natural pockets for different group sizes.
This layout allows BEARHOUSE to serve a range of visitors, solo guests looking for a quiet spot, couples on casual dates, or entire friend groups ready to spread out and catch up.
The furniture at BEARHOUSE plays a quiet but essential role in reinforcing the Bear Cave concept. Instead of sharp lines or bold statement pieces, everything is low-profile, rounded, and built for comfort. Seats are integrated along the walls in long, continuous curves, more like built-in lounging zones than separate seating.
There’s a softness to every element, from the backs of the benches to the plump cushions. Materials are chosen to feel inviting but not overly polished, keeping the focus on ease and warmth rather than flash. Tables are simple, circular, and sized for flexibility, easy to push together for groups or use solo without feeling oversized.
By keeping the furniture consistent in tone and texture with the rest of the space, the designers let the architecture and textures do the talking. It’s subtle, intentional, and perfectly aligned with BEARHOUSE’s goal: a space that feels effortless but leaves a lasting impression.
More than just a place to drink tea or eat ice cream, BEARHOUSE is designed for how people actually use cafés today, as social hubs, creative backdrops, and quiet escape pods.
The space encourages interaction without being loud or overwhelming. It’s relaxed but thoughtfully detailed, every curve, color choice, and piece of furniture supports the idea of making people feel comfortable while still giving them a visually interesting environment to share.
