Though a mix of 19th and midcentury industrial structures characterize the rich backdrop of New York’s historic Long Island City, an ever-increasing demand for modernity and style are shifting community culture and its needs. Despite its wealth of past-meets-present locales, husband and wife team Chip Brian and Nina Sisselman envisioned something more. “The neighborhood had easy access to everything we needed for our growing businesses,” explains Brian, co-founder with Mike Daddio of residential contracting and design firms Design Development NYC and Neue Atelier, “except for really good coffee.”

“Given the compact space and full wall of windows, we worked to create a galley layout that would allow for ‘milling about,’ comfortable seating—including a banquette that doubles as storage area—and efficient service.”

SOURCE: HD