Hawkins
Category:
Retro
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The Upside Cafe
Designer, Visual Artist, Carpenter, Lighting Expert
Strange but aesthetic
Cashier:
The cashier zone channels the 80s arcade aesthetic neon signage, dark brick walls, and metallic accents. A retro menu board and jukebox-inspired counter design make it immersive. It’s functional yet full of nostalgia, evoking the energy of small-town Americana.
Sitting Area:
The sitting area combines diner-style booths with metal stools and low industrial tables. Posters, LED strips, and exposed piping add a nostalgic sci-fi twist. The goal is to balance warmth and eeriness fun, but slightly mysterious.
Counter:
The counter area reflects vintage American cafés checkerboard tiles, red leather stools, and chrome finishes. Behind it, old-fashioned machines meet modern espresso setups, bridging eras seamlessly.
Colour Palette:
Bold reds, dark blues, and greys dominate, paired with black metal. The palette captures suspense and energy.
Materials & Texture:
Brick, metal, glass, and leather bring the retro-industrial aesthetic alive. Durable, bold, and unapologetically vintage.
Furniture:
Retro booths, chrome chairs, and vinyl seats define the space. The furniture transports you to 1980s Hawkins instantly.
Lighting:
Neon lights and dim glows alternate to build mood. The lighting mimics a nostalgic mix of arcade fun and eerie sci-fi ambiance.