Venus Kitchen and Cocktails

Santa Cruz, CA

Venus Spirits is a local distillery dedicated to the simple integrity of their ingredients, and this is exactly what we sought to translate into the design of their new kitchen and cocktail space.

We wanted the tasting room to retain the feel of a dark moody parlor, allowing one to feel a bit transported while still firmly planted in the present. With the kitchen then acting as a large breath of light, space, and vibrant colors, we made sure their branding was integral with the visual experience of the space. This along with their philosophy pertaining to craftsmanship and quality, dictated the material selection and the choice to have most of the interior appointments locally made. At first glance, the viewports looking in on the distillery from the eatery give the impression of being framed artworks, but in actuality are windows revealing the art of the Venus distilling process. Well placed details such as copper sinks in the restrooms that nod to the copper stills are the simple yet impactful elements that make this a truly specialized and unforgettable space.