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La Cabra

Kampanilen

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architect
Mikkel Selmer, Jacob Hessner Ørnstedt and Thomas Stabell
location
Aarhus Ø, Denmark
year
2024
amenities
Coffee shop

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Balancing tradition
and innovation

Nestled in the vibrant harbour area of Aarhus Ø, you find the café and coffee shop, La Cabra Kampanilen. Located in a blossoming neighborhood with waterfront apartments and on the ground floor of an iconic building, La Cabra Kampanilen is more than just a café; it's a harmonious blend of tradition and modernity, where every element is designed to offer a unique, enduring experience.

La Cabra Coffee, founded in Aarhus in 2012, embarked on a journey to redefine coffee culture. By 2013, their curiosity led them to source and roast their own beans, and today, La Cabra is an internationally recognized brand with locations in New York, Bangkok, and Oman. In their home city they can be found in several locations, including La Cabra Kampanilen, an iconic building designed by BIG.

Each La Cabra location is designed by their in-house design team, who make sure to include signature features in all the cafés, that are inspired by their Nordic heritage and by years of travelling – especially the influence of Asian design culture shines through. With their design, the team aims to create complex spaces that reflect their surroundings and context, and the people who use them, “We have an architectural DNA in combination with a very precise setup of equipment and a workflow we try to implement. But we aim to let each location tell its own story through both interior design and the local area we are present in.”, explains Thomas Stabell, one of La Cabra’s architects.

And when entering La Cabra Kampanilen, you cannot help but be struck by the meticulously curated environment. Each detail is thoughtfully designed to evoke tranquility and comfort – even the playlist has been created for the space; “It is primarily about creating a welcoming atmosphere through materials, color schemes, acoustics, light, and sound. We aim to create a design with a few simple lines and in a materiality that ages gracefully over time, but without specifically referring to a particular time or style period”, Thomas explains.

Paper dispenser, waste bin and built-in tap in stainless steel.

The single hole tap in stainless steel.

The L lever handle and toilet roll holder from the Knud Holscher collection

d line's timeless and minimalist design aligns perfectly within this design vision and Thomas and the team chose to use d line taps, accessories and barrier-free products in AISI 316 stainless steel because of the “Simplicity, quality and great cohesion between the products, making it easy to implement”.

Products in AISI 316 stainless steel are ideal for washrooms and bathrooms, as they can endure high humidity and the increased maintenance levels that are often required in these types of spaces. All our products come with a 20-year warranty.

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La Cabra Kampanilen

Balancing traditionand innovation

Built-in tap 190 mm

Single hole tap

Flush plate SIGMA

Toilet brush holder

Toilet roll holder

Spare toilet roll holder

Waste bin w/o lid

Paper dispenser

Foldable grab rail f/ barrier-free

La Cabra

Kampanilen

Balancing tradition
and innovation