The design of Copine frames the open kitchen, offering guests a view into the artistry behind chef Shaun McCrain?s approach to contemporary American cuisine highlighted with classic French cooking techniques. Equal parts intimate and social, the space offers a scale of transparency throughout, allowing the food to take center stage. 

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Architects: Olson Kundig

Location: 6460 24th Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98117, USA

Principal In Charge: Kirsten Murray

Area: 3289.0 ft2

Project Year: 2016

Photographs: Rafael Soldi

Project Manager: Todd Matthes

Project Architect: Brian Walters

Acoustical Consultant: Dan Bruck
Lighting Design: Erik Crowell

Food Service Consultant: Eli Forman, Smith and Greene

General Contractor: Brian Gibson

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From the architect. The design of Copine frames the open kitchen, offering guests a view into the artistry behind chef Shaun McCrain?s approach to contemporary American cuisine highlighted with classic French cooking techniques. Equal parts intimate and social, the space offers a scale of transparency throughout, allowing the food to take center stage. 

© Rafael Soldi

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