A restaurant rooted in nostalgia.

“We love the ceiling and people have really responded to it, but we never start a project with a particular feature in mind. We let research and listening drive the process” says Denizens’ principal Dyonne Fashina. “The vault is eye-catching from the street and all-encom passing once inside, but it wasn’t intended as a photo opp. We see it more like a giant hug for our guests.”

Cutting across individual cultures and identities, Florette provides a strong sense of familiarity for the existing community while welcom ing in newcomers. Gimmicky concept spaces are fleeting; Florette offers sincere roots and authenticity, not pretension. Zhang describes it this way: “Good food, good drinks, good times, with an emphasis on warm comfort. Somewhere you can go with friends and loved ones and feel like you’re always home.”