A new-age bakery is no longer a place to simply buy delicious bread. Hell, no! This is where we can expect to discover fully immersive sensory experiences informed by colour, shape, and texture, reminiscent of the food on offer. We couldn’t be happier about the rise of designer bakeries – I mean, who wouldn’t want to spend time in a place that captures the essence of a delicious, freshly baked, golden carbohydrate goodness?

As these examples prove, designers have adopted an architectural language that is informed by the crisp outer form of baguettes and golden, glistening pastries that deliver irresistibly warm and welcoming spaces.

These interiors feel friendly, inviting and instantaneously welcome us to step inside to sample the delicious gifts that are made within. Yum!

Let’s dive in.

Breadblok Gluten Free Bakery in Santa Monica by Commune.

The soft, muted interiors of Breadblok sit in perfect harmony with the golden forms of crusted bread that sit proudly on timber shelves. A layered scheme of woven suspended baskets, terracotta tiles, and rough stone combine to create a warm palette that perfectly aligns with the irresistible smell of baking bread.

See more of this cooltown spot here.

Flourist Bakery & Café in East Vancouver by Ste. Marie.

Dining in Flourist can be compared to standing in a wheat field on a perfect sunny day – a moment of overwhelming simple pleasure. Not only a bakery but also a community-based artisan flour mill, the interior is completely wrapped in pale timber that perfectly matches the colour of natural wheat grain. The creamy, natural-toned scheme manages to feel as honest and robust as its products.

See more of this delicious interior here.

Grechka Lab Bakery in Moscow by Veter Design.

Stepping inside Grechka Lab Bakery feels like stepping back in time, a palette of rustic and recycled materials bringing nostalgic memories into the interior. Customers are hugged by textural walls, curving timber furniture, and a window display of soft, fluffy flowers that are reminiscent of a growing wheat field. The bakery becomes the perfect backdrop for a lazy Sunday filled with freshly baked bread and meandering conversation.

See more of this bakery here.

Masa Bakery in Bogota, Columbia by Studio Cadena.

Chunky concrete forms and hugely expansive ceilings combine to create an edgy, more industrial atmosphere within this bakery. Corrugated textures, meet exposed concrete and geometric-shaped windows to create the ultimate cool hand out spot!

See more of this amazing project here.

Arcade Bakery in New York City by Workstead.

Peering down the elegant hallway of the Merchant’s Square Building in TriBeCa you could easily miss Arcade Bakery and its small wood-clad seating nooks that hide tucked away in the wall. Warm mahogany hardwood and delicate brass hardware creates a sophisticated scheme that exudes old warm charm. An oldie but a goodie.

See more of this project here.

Photography by Carolina Lacaz.

Mintchi Croissant in Sao Paulo by Dezembro Arquitetos.

Mintchi Croissant patisserie has been designed to specifically answer one question – how does it feel to be inside a croissant? Obviously a very important question! Brass details evoke the golden colour of the fresh croissants, while the bricks counters and cardboard tubes used on ceilings are reminiscent of their warmth when they are brought out straight of the oven.

Bakery Tsukiakari in Ogaki City, Japan by Airhouse.

This bakery features an incredibly restrained scheme featuring concrete floors, white-washed walls, and a beautifully curved, crescent-shaped bench. The simplicity of the scheme allows the baked goods to become the main decorative element in the space – what a beautiful (and delicious) result!

21cake Baoshen Store in Shanghai by Atelier FCJZ.

21cake Baoshen Store is both a bakery and also a community centre, encouraging people to come together to share meals and conversation. A series of bean-shaped wooden tables, along with suspended light fixtures can be continually rearranged throughout the day to allow for intimate and shared experiences. The resulting design feels homely and personalized, bringing a new perspective to bakery design.

Photography by Francisco Nogueira.

Castro Bakery in Portugal by LADO Arquitectura e Design.

Castro Bakery invites guests to be a part of the baking process, as framed glazing ensures customers can see the chefs working throughout the day. Light terrazzo floors, golden accents, and art deco tile panelling combine to create a sophisticated, high-end feel. The resulting interior is almost as decadent as the Portuguese custard tarts that they are famous for. One word – yum!

[Images courtesy as noted.]