The design by Kitayama K Architects extrapolates the convex and and concave geometries of the canele into the ancilary bench and shelving on the fitout, to create a warm and inviting space for the bakery’s guests.

The wooden framing structure is detailed with intricate joints, a considered fixing method that minimizes impact on the existing building fabric.

Kudo by Kitayama K Architects.
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Kudo by Kitayama K Architects.

Image: Sharyn Cairns

A timber wave screen, inspired by the cross-section of canele molds, conceals the existing cables and ducts of the heritage building.

The timber frame skeleton mimics the building’s running bond brick pattern: a modern interpretation of the traditional construction methodology.

“The introduction of these timber elements softens the space and encourage dynamic customer and worker movement,” the architects said in a statement.