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Fam

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Sml Studio Architecture Inc.

Unit 15 , 1 New Tannery Way , London , SE1 5WS , United Kingdom

Fam is designed as a local fixture; a space equally suited to casual meals and larger gatherings. The interior balances warmth and formality, offering a setting grounded in both community and ritual. Inspired by the Italian piazza, a space for slow, shared daily life, the design centres on ideas of rhythm, framing, and gathering. A sculpted archway anchors the main dining level, recalling the loggias and thresholds of classical town facades. Above the kitchen, a new mezzanine creates layered views and a more intimate dining experience. Materiality is tactile and restrained: natural timber, earthy tones, and soft lighting evoke the warmth of countryside trattorias while supporting a calm, contemporary atmosphere.