Located on the ground floor of the Linea Building in Charlotte’s South End, Half Shell Raw Bar is a 3,212-square-foot upfit designed to deliver a warm, comfortable, and lively raw bar experience. The design avoids nautical clichés while connecting to the sea through a curated “patina” theme. Cluck used aged wood paneling, rusted metal accents, […]
Mother of Dragons transforms a former FedEx office into a community hub for all types of tabletop games, as well as books, wine, and coffee. The design reimagines the retail space by removing the middle wall and pouring a new concrete floor to create an expansive, open-concept layout. A custom bar anchors the space, featuring […]
For their second location, Night Swim Coffee—a cool collaboration between Charlotte’s Not Just Coffee and Undercurrent Coffee—is all about minimal, warm design. It’s more than just a cafe; it was designed to feel like an extension of The Joinery’s lobby, a super nice perk for the residents. Cluck really focused on making the place warm […]
E.L.K (Eggs, Legs, and Kegs) is a 1,431 sq. ft. restaurant in Monroe, serving deviled eggs, chicken legs, and beer. The restaurant, whose name also stands for “Eat Like a King,” caters to both a daytime grab-and-go lunch crowd and a sit-down dinner service. The building is a former service station turned trophy store, and […]
After being closed for almost 6 years, this beloved South End landmark has reopened its doors in LoSo Village. The familiar multicolored tile floors, stainless steel bar, chalkboard menu, and iconic comic book column all pay homage to the original location. Balancing nostalgia with fresh design elements, stepping into this space allows you to reminisce […]
MAS is an acronym for the ingredients that are used to make tortillas—maiz (corn), agua (water), and sal (salt). It is the culinary vision of seasoned restauranteurs Alyson and Dan Davis’s, transforming a former ground-floor storage warehouse into a super cool tortilleria and taqueria. At the heart of MAS lies a commitment to flavors, embodied […]
Seoul Food Meat District in Charlotte’s Mill District triumphs within a formerly challenging landscape. Housed within a pre-engineered metal structure, this venue’s revival overcame poor soil conditions and the uncovering of an adjacent existing stream on a location whose potential was super cool and unique. The Mill District’s dynamic energy echoes throughout the 18,000 sq […]
“Urban District Market” revitalizes two bowstring trussed masonry buildings into a dynamic 20,000 sq ft cultural and culinary hub. This vibrant venue caters to local and global communities, offering family-friendly facilities, food stalls with diverse offerings, and endless outdoor activities. The food stalls, supermarket, and brewery/ distillery share resources while maintaining individuality. From the groundbreaking […]
OpenTap is a fusion of historic charm and contemporary construction techniques. Inspired by the beauty of the region’s log cabins, we sought to create a modern space that pays homage to its rich heritage. Through innovative design choices and a commitment to eco-friendly practices, OpenTap stands as a testament to the blend of tradition and […]
Suffolk Punch’s second location expands on a successful brand’s legacy, adapting to a clientele that may be shifting from South End to SouthPark Mall. Anchoring the West Plaza of the popular mall, this revitalized space, once occupied by a national pizza restaurant, cleverly integrates and enhances existing entryways. The outdoor pavilion, illuminated by skylights, harnesses […]
Located on the ground floor of the Linea Building in Charlotte’s South End, Half Shell Raw Bar is a 3,212-square-foot upfit designed to deliver a warm, comfortable, and lively raw bar experience. The design avoids nautical clichés while connecting to the sea through a curated “patina” theme. Cluck used aged wood paneling, rusted metal accents, […] 
Mother of Dragons transforms a former FedEx office into a community hub for all types of tabletop games, as well as books, wine, and coffee. The design reimagines the retail space by removing the middle wall and pouring a new concrete floor to create an expansive, open-concept layout. A custom bar anchors the space, featuring […] 
For their second location, Night Swim Coffee—a cool collaboration between Charlotte’s Not Just Coffee and Undercurrent Coffee—is all about minimal, warm design. It’s more than just a cafe; it was designed to feel like an extension of The Joinery’s lobby, a super nice perk for the residents. Cluck really focused on making the place warm […] 
E.L.K (Eggs, Legs, and Kegs) is a 1,431 sq. ft. restaurant in Monroe, serving deviled eggs, chicken legs, and beer. The restaurant, whose name also stands for “Eat Like a King,” caters to both a daytime grab-and-go lunch crowd and a sit-down dinner service. The building is a former service station turned trophy store, and […] 
After being closed for almost 6 years, this beloved South End landmark has reopened its doors in LoSo Village. The familiar multicolored tile floors, stainless steel bar, chalkboard menu, and iconic comic book column all pay homage to the original location. Balancing nostalgia with fresh design elements, stepping into this space allows you to reminisce […] 
MAS is an acronym for the ingredients that are used to make tortillas—maiz (corn), agua (water), and sal (salt). It is the culinary vision of seasoned restauranteurs Alyson and Dan Davis’s, transforming a former ground-floor storage warehouse into a super cool tortilleria and taqueria. At the heart of MAS lies a commitment to flavors, embodied […] 
Seoul Food Meat District in Charlotte’s Mill District triumphs within a formerly challenging landscape. Housed within a pre-engineered metal structure, this venue’s revival overcame poor soil conditions and the uncovering of an adjacent existing stream on a location whose potential was super cool and unique. The Mill District’s dynamic energy echoes throughout the 18,000 sq […] 
“Urban District Market” revitalizes two bowstring trussed masonry buildings into a dynamic 20,000 sq ft cultural and culinary hub. This vibrant venue caters to local and global communities, offering family-friendly facilities, food stalls with diverse offerings, and endless outdoor activities. The food stalls, supermarket, and brewery/ distillery share resources while maintaining individuality. From the groundbreaking […] 
OpenTap is a fusion of historic charm and contemporary construction techniques. Inspired by the beauty of the region’s log cabins, we sought to create a modern space that pays homage to its rich heritage. Through innovative design choices and a commitment to eco-friendly practices, OpenTap stands as a testament to the blend of tradition and […] 
Suffolk Punch’s second location expands on a successful brand’s legacy, adapting to a clientele that may be shifting from South End to SouthPark Mall. Anchoring the West Plaza of the popular mall, this revitalized space, once occupied by a national pizza restaurant, cleverly integrates and enhances existing entryways. The outdoor pavilion, illuminated by skylights, harnesses […]