Located on the ground floor of a residential building in central Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, Capito emerges as a new café that blends vintage European charm, Grecian influences, and contemporary design.
Blended influences at Capito
Designed by Jamal Ramis Design Bureau, the 3,765-square-foot café spans two levels, with a sense of flow and openness enhanced by a thoughtfully executed layout.
On the ground floor, guests are welcomed into a space defined by a seating area and open bar, while an upper level hosts an open kitchen and additional dining space. A cozy outdoor terrace further expands the café’s footprint, encouraging guests to linger and connect.
This duality of inspiration is reflected throughout the café’s eclectic interior design. Soft beige walls, classic columns, and 19th- and 20th-century Viennese chairs sit alongside Morris tapestry-inspired fabrics, a piano inherited from previous tenants, and curated artwork with Grecian motifs. Decorative shelving lined with tableware and newspapers adds both function and storytelling, while soft curtains lend a residential warmth.
A palette of orange, green, and deep red injects contrast and energy—complementing the café’s darker wood furnishings and textured plaster walls—while concrete columns and painted floor introduce industrial undertones.
“When I began working on the concept of the project, my mind was filled with images of European cafés and restaurants that embody the spirit of history, vintage charm, and refined elegance,” says Jamal Ramisova, founder of the eponymous studio. “At the same time, I envisioned monumental structures of Greece, where ornamental motifs from ancient art inspired me to create a unique space. I wanted to craft an atmosphere of coziness without losing touch with modernity.”
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