With an open-air market, small art galleries, and a growing number of restaurants, Yppenplatz is the unquestionable heart of Vienna’s 16th district. Our design for a café/bar plugs into the area’s bustling energy. The space is located directly on a sunny corner of the market square. The restaurant is programmed to operate from the late morning until the late evening, from brunch and afternoon coffee to late night drinks. Like a traditional Viennese Kaffeehaus, the space is generous, open, and uncluttered. A nine meter long bar faced with polished stone acts a functional spine and separates the two main dining areas. A palette of warm colors and textures is achieved by presenting materials in a raw, unadulterated state. Hanging tubular incandescent lights add to the warmth of the environment.