From the first conversation, it was clear that Café Two 14 needed to feel grounded — not themed, but quietly powerful. The concept began with a question: How do you design a space that feels like gratitude? The answer revealed itself through restraint, rhythm, and storytelling.
At the heart of the café is a central service counter wrapped in Dekton Khalo stone, layered with Lume subway tiles, and backed by a glowing halo-lit retail wall. Sculpted archways, bronze plaques, and a silhouette of a soldier saluting at dusk serve not only as visual anchors but emotional ones. These details invite reflection without demanding it.
Custom joinery, including fluted timber banquettes and arched display niches, bring a bespoke, handcrafted feel. The floor transitions between luxury vinyl planks in European Walnut and Roxset P5 epoxy, meeting commercial requirements while maintaining a seamless sensory experience. Paint tones like Dulux Mundi, Wellington, and Antique White U.S.A. create a soft, layered backdrop.
Behind the scenes, every millimetre of the back-of-house was designed for compliance and efficiency — with commercial-grade equipment, pre-rinse stations, and passthrough dishwashers neatly concealed behind doors that blend into the architecture. The kitchen, though compact, performs with precision.
Throughout, the lighting is subtle but deliberate. Warm LED strips, recessed spots, and directional task lighting define zones and shift mood — from morning bustle to quiet afternoon retreat.
Key Benefits
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Emotion-driven storytelling
Subtle narrative features honour ANZAC legacy in a way that is dignified, not decorative. -
Custom spatial sequencing
Zones were choreographed to support different visitor types — quick coffee, lingering lunch, or reflective pause. -
Retail integration
Arched illuminated product niches support brand and bottom line without disrupting café flow. -
Textural layering
Joinery, stone, tile, and bronze elements work together to form a tactile, cohesive whole. -
Back-of-house excellence
Every commercial kitchen detail adheres to AS4674, without compromising aesthetics. -
Lighting design
A layered scheme supports both workflow and ambience across all service periods. -
Compact, complete solution
The tenancy footprint was maximised through intelligent joinery, concealed storage, and seamless movement paths. -
Deep client alignment
Every design move was rooted in listening — turning emotion into form, and vision into space.
Not every story is told with words. Some are built.
Café Two 14 is a space of quiet strength. Every element — from the soldier silhouette to the warm timber tones — was selected to create not just a café, but a sanctuary. A space where patrons feel welcome, remembered, and at ease.
Designed by Leithal Designs, this fitout is both a tribute and a transformation. It is proof that even the smallest spaces can hold the biggest meaning.
To the team at Café Two 14 — thank you for your trust, your heart, and your vision. This one meant something.
Special thanks to the dedicated teams at Claymill Construction and MBS Multi Build Services, whose tireless efforts helped bring this project to life. We are truly grateful for your hard work, commitment, and craftsmanship.
- Café Two 14, Shop 1213, Westfield Chermside, Brisbane
- 125m² Hospitality Fitout
- Designed by Leithal Designs
- Built by Claymill Construction | MBS Multi Build Services
- Visuals by Horizon Visuals
- Chermside Shopping Centre
Special thanks to Adam Best for sharing your military insight, and for the loan of your Australian Army slouch hat and emu plumes — symbols worn with pride by members of the Australian Light Horse — which helped shape the artwork and honour the spirit behind Two 14.
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Branding and Aesthetics
Finally, you should consider the branding of your product and how that will be reflected in the interior design. The interior should reflect the personality and style of your brand and create a unique experience for customers. Consider using elements such as artwork, lighting, and color schemes to create a memorable atmosphere.
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Café Two 14
- Client: Café Two 14
- Size: 125m²
- Type: Interior Architecture Café Fitout Design
- Services: Concept Design, Interior Architecture, FF&E Specification, Documentation, Compliance Coordination
- Team: Designer: Leithal Designs, Builder: Claymill Construction, Photographer: Horizon Visuals
- Location: Shop 1213, Westfield Chermside, Gympie Road, Chermside QLD 4032
Café Two 14 is not your typical mall café. It is a curated experience — a space that evokes memory, fosters connection, and invites pause. Anchored in the values of service, simplicity, and warmth, this 125m² tenancy pays subtle homage to the ANZAC spirit through thoughtful detailing, an emotionally intelligent palette, and purposeful design.
The client’s vision was deeply personal. They wanted more than aesthetics — they wanted meaning. Leithal Designs was entrusted to bring this narrative to life, transforming a compact footprint into a calm and character-rich environment that balances reverence with day-to-day functionality.
