Goddess and the Baker

Chicago, Illinois

Goddess and the Baker is unique: their business concept focuses on a one-of-a-kind coffee program with chef-curated food and imaginative desserts. Moving into an iconic Chicago building, 77 W Wacker, would have been easy were it not for one detail: the vacant spot was a bank.

Fortunately, OKW is in the business of reinventing, repositioning, and reimagining.

The tenant space features expansive windows that allow daylight to flood the space and provide a connection to the popular Chicago Riverwalk. The design maintains the charm of existing details from its past life as a bank, such as terrazzo flooring. Additions to the space embrace a mid-century modern aesthetic, evidenced in selections ranging from the brass pendant light fixtures to the accent floor tile.

Pulling it all together are the the signature design elements of the Goddess and the Baker brand, such as bold neon signage and a custom espresso machine.

Photography by Wayne Cable