Java City
Store Design and Branding
Northern California

Java City, a cafe chain with headquarters in Sacramento, wanted to break away from the mold of coffee bars, so they turned to Huntsman Architectural Group to develop a new look which would serve as the prototype for a chain-wide roll-out. Huntsman created a light and airy aesthetic that contrasts with the dark look of competing stores. Blond woods, aluminum finishes and solid-surfaces form a clean, enduring interior. The design team used consistent murals, materials and display systems to support the company’s new brand identity.

Publications
“Java Man,” Visual Merchandising and Store Design, April 1999

Completion Date: June 1997
Size: 2,000sf each

photography (excluding image #3) by David Wakely