Featuring the works of Universal Design Studio, an award-winning architecture and interior design firm founded by Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, the newest Nespresso boutique at The Podium highlights tabletops made from used coffee grounds and 100 percent sourced wood from reforestation programs.
In partnership with Negrense Volunteers for Change, the store also showcases some wall tiles which demonstrate how Nespresso pods can be upcycled and transformed into beautiful, high-value art pieces.
Deliberate and meaningful, the new Nespresso boutique is designed to celebrate coffee and its origins. The muted color palette of rich brown and crema-inspired gold blends to a luxurious atmosphere that calm and satisfy the senses. The floor tiles and lamps echo those that are found in coffee farms, while the greenery is displayed to mimic coffee plantations.
“The Nespresso story started with a simple but revolutionary idea: enable everyone to create the perfect cup of coffee just like a skilled barista. From its beginning more than 30 years ago, Nespresso has revolutionized the way millions of people enjoy their coffee every day,” says Nespresso regional business development manager Fabio De Gregorio.
“It is in a Nespresso boutique, such as this one at The Podium, where you can experience what Nespresso is all about. The immersive experience provides deeper learning and coffee exploration to store visitors. Its specific elements and furniture stand to communicate the brand’s deep commitment to sustainability and adherence to circular economy,” adds Fabio.
At the heart of Nespresso lies its dedication to creating innovative solutions that ultimately protect and benefit society. Club Members can positively impact many people’s lives by participating in Nespresso’s recycling program, which entails dropping off used Nespresso coffee capsules at the nearest boutique or partner locations.
All Nespresso capsules are made with aluminum, which is infinitely recyclable. Once separated from the aluminum casings, the used coffee grounds are sent to local farms to be used as compost fertilizers, while the aluminum are sent to a local smelter for recycling into everyday objects.
All in all, Nespresso’s efforts—including its products, coffee processes, and store design—are meant to inspire Filipinos to act on the change the world needs to empower and uplift society. “Every innovation and sustainability solution is a means to a greater end: to benefit the earth, improve lives in the community we belong to, and encourage others to do the same,” says Patrick Pesengco, Managing Director of Novateur Coffee Concepts.
