
DONUT SHOP — INTERIOR RENOVATION
Retail Renovation · Budapest · 2021
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BUDAPEST,HUNGARY
Location
INTERIOR DESIGN
Studio Role
2021
Completion Year
39.5 m2
Gross Area
The project transforms an existing commercial space into a contemporary donut shop, combining warm architectural details, playful pastel tones, and a welcoming retail atmosphere. Working within the original building footprint and a 3.8-metre interior height, the renovation introduces a carefully organized layout with a central donut display, dedicated coffee preparation and service areas, and an inviting customer experience. Natural oak finishes, terrazzo flooring, soft pink accents, and custom-designed furniture establish a distinctive interior identity that balances functionality with visual elegance.
The interior is organized into two interconnected zones: a retail and service area and a comfortable seating lounge. Curved architectural elements, illuminated display counters, decorative pendant lighting, and integrated ceiling features create a continuous visual language throughout the space. The renovation focuses on efficient customer circulation, practical staff workflows, and carefully coordinated materials and lighting. From the initial spatial planning and detailed interior drawings to the construction and finishing concept, the project demonstrates how thoughtful adaptive reuse and contemporary interior design can transform an existing shop into a memorable hospitality destination.
Contemporary retail design & seamless spatial flow
Adaptive Reuse & Spatial Transformation
Customer Experience & Functional Design
Materiality, Lighting & Brand Identity
The renovation reimagines the existing commercial interior as a contemporary donut shop while preserving its original architectural footprint. With a 3.8-metre interior height, the design creates two interconnected spaces: an inviting retail and service area and a comfortable seating lounge. Carefully arranged architectural elements establish openness, visual continuity and a welcoming atmosphere.
The interior is organized around a central glazed donut display, creating a clear focal point and an intuitive customer journey. Integrated coffee stations, preparation counters and storage solutions support efficient daily operations. The connection between retail and seating areas balances practical circulation, customer comfort and operational efficiency, transforming a functional commercial space into an engaging hospitality experience.
A carefully curated palette of natural oak, terrazzo flooring, blush pink finishes and warm brass accents establishes a distinctive architectural identity. Curved wall niches, bespoke furniture, illuminated displays and layered decorative lighting introduce softness and visual rhythm. Together, these elements create a contemporary, recognizable environment where architecture, product presentation and customer experience become one cohesive design.










