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Gloria Jean's Coffees

Typology

Coffee Shop

Year

2025

Area 

1500 SQFT

Location

Islamabad

Gloria Jean’s Coffee House presents a seamless blend of contemporary design, natural materials, and inviting comfort. The architectural palette is anchored by locally sourced Perlino stone, a warm beige material used extensively across the floors, walls, and service counters. Its soft texture and subtle veining create a clean, cohesive aesthetic that is both timeless and grounded in the local context.

The ground floor interior is open and welcoming, with a central communal bar table flanked by black-framed stools and warm caramel-toned upholstered bench seating along the walls. Integrated LED lighting beneath the benches and counters provides ambient warmth, enhancing the rich textures of the stone and upholstery. Behind the main counter, professional-grade espresso equipment and a clean, modern service layout ensure both function and efficiency.

Extending the experience beyond the main interior, the café features a street-facing verandah at the entrance. This outdoor space continues the same Perlino stone flooring, offering high-top bar seating with views to the street. Paired with terracotta-toned chairs and potted plants, this area creates an inviting transition between indoor and outdoor zones, perfect for casual seating or quick coffee breaks.

On the upper level, the first-floor terrace introduces a more playful and relaxed ambiance. It features stepped seating integrated directly into the architecture, also clad in Perlino stone to maintain material continuity. Round tables are mounted to the walls, complemented by plush circular cushions in deep green and rust orange tones. This space offers a semi-private, elevated retreat for guests looking to linger in comfort while enjoying views of the surrounding greenery.

Natural elements are used thoughtfully throughout the space. Potted palms and tropical plants, along with a strip of white river stones under the front counter, soften the strong architectural lines and introduce a subtle biophilic touch.

Whether seated indoors, out front on the verandah, or upstairs on the terrace, Gloria Jean’s Coffee House delivers a curated café experience centered on natural materials, spatial versatility, and warm, contemporary design.

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