KNAFEH BAR TLV

Located in Tel Aviv’s Southern District named the “Florentine Quarter”; a residential and commercial development designed by Pivko Architects. Following completion of the new urban centre at the border of Jaffa and Tel Aviv, the area was not generating enough commercial activity amongst the local residents and visitors, with a lack of footfall and flow of nightlife.

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Our design inspiration for a new Kanafanji pavilion was derived from local and Arabic elements to create equilibrium between the café and its surroundings. The concept was to create a welcoming spot which captures a diversity of cultural influences. Rather than interrupting the space, we chose to unify specific design traits within the existing setting to bring about a sense of harmony. As part of a more impactful outlook, Kanafanji’s aesthetic infuses cultural aspects through tastes and surroundings, as a way of promoting co-existence between locals in Tel Aviv and Jaffa.