1. Project Overview

This project involves the design and documentation of a small café fitout located in Sandgate, Queensland. The objective is to create a welcoming, efficient and visually engaging hospitality space within a compact tenancy.

The design will balance customer experience with operational efficiency, ensuring smooth workflow between front-of-house and back-of-house areas. Particular consideration will be given to the café’s coastal Sandgate context, encouraging a relaxed and community-focused atmosphere.

2. Project Objectives

Create a warm, inviting café environment suited to the local Sandgate community

Maximise seating capacity within a compact footprint

Ensure efficient barista and kitchen workflow

Integrate compliant food preparation and service areas

Develop a distinctive yet timeless interior identity

Align design with budget and buildability requirements

3. Scope of Works

Design & Planning

Site measure and assessment of existing tenancy conditions

Space planning for customer seating, service counter and back-of-house

Barista bench and service counter design

Kitchenette / food preparation layout

Storage planning and waste management integration

Accessibility considerations in accordance with NCC and relevant standards

Documentation

Proposed floor plan

Reflected ceiling plan and lighting layout

Joinery details and elevations

Electrical and hydraulic layouts (as required)

Finishes and fixtures schedule

Coordination with consultants where necessary (mechanical, hydraulic, etc.)

4. Design Considerations

Given the small scale of the tenancy, efficient circulation and clear zoning between customers and staff will be critical. The layout will prioritise intuitive ordering and collection points, adequate queuing space and comfortable seating without overcrowding.

Materials will be selected for durability, ease of cleaning and suitability for hospitality use. Consideration will be given to ventilation requirements, grease management (if applicable), acoustic comfort and compliance with local council and Queensland Health requirements.

The aesthetic direction may draw inspiration from Sandgate’s coastal character, incorporating light finishes, natural textures and an inviting street presence to encourage walk-in trade.

5. Deliverables

Concept design and layout options

Final approved layout

Detailed construction documentation suitable for pricing and approval

Finishes, fixtures and equipment schedule

6. Intended Outcome

The completed café will provide a functional, compliant and visually appealing space that supports efficient daily operations while offering a welcoming environment for customers. The design will strengthen the café’s identity within the Sandgate community and contribute positively to the local streetscape.

If you’d like, I can also tailor this to:

A coastal-modern aesthetic,

A heritage Sandgate streetscape context, or

A more builder-focused documentation brief for pricing and approvals.