Moxon
A small café nestled in a lush forest setting. The building is modern with a dark exterior, surrounded by tall trees and greenery. Outdoor seating is visible under the shade of the trees, creating a serene and inviting atmosphere.
Tàrmachan Café

Tàrmachan Café

Aberdeenshire, Scotland

2017 — 2020

Retail & Hospitality
The counterpart to Quarry Studios, the adjoining Tarmachan Café sells local produce and coffee roasted in Scotland. 
Modern interior with a wooden bench and table set near a large window. A sleek, minimalist fireplace is built into a concrete accent wall. Vases with fresh flowers adorn the table and a side table by the window. Natural light enhances the serene space.
Modern cafe interior with natural light, featuring wooden communal tables and chairs. A vase with flowers decorates the table. A menu board displays drink options. Large glass doors overlook greenery outside. Minimalist lighting fixtures hang from the ceiling.

‘The building it sits in is no sideshow. Nestled into the curve of an old quarry the strong concrete lines of its chimneys stand proud amidst the silver birch, rowan, juniper and alder. A black colonnade protects cafĂ© tables from the weather while drawing visitors on towards the studio of the building’s designer, Moxon Architects.’

Eleanor Young, RIBA Journal, 18/12/2020

Snow-covered trees and a building corner with icicles hang from the roof. The sun highlights the "CAFE" sign on the building. A snowy landscape forms the serene background.
A modern house with a partially open glass door, revealing a cozy interior with a lit fireplace, a bench, and a vase with branches. The exterior features dark siding and a concrete chimney.
A modern house with a zigzag roof covered in snow sits among leafless trees in a winter landscape, with soft sunlight filtering through the branches.
Stacked firewood against a dark wooden wall, with shadows from nearby trees casting across the surface. A moss-covered tree trunk is visible in the foreground.
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A barista stands behind an espresso machine, partially obscured by a large cloud of steam rising in the air, with cups and coffee equipment visible on the counter.
A close-up of a glass door with partially visible black text and red triangular decals. Warm indoor lighting and blurred reflections are seen through the glass.
A modern cafe interior with wooden tables, chairs, hanging lights, and plants. A large menu board on the back wall lists various drinks and prices. The scene is viewed from outside through a glass window.
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A modern café interior with wooden tables, benches, hanging lights, potted plants, and a counter on the left. Large windows reveal a minimalist, bright, and inviting atmosphere.
A modern black wooden cabin with large windows sits surrounded by bare trees and snow-covered ground during winter. Smoke rises from the chimney, and outdoor furniture is partially visible on the patio.
Partners
Steelwork
Craig Monteith
Joinery
Jacek and Waldi Zapała
M&E
Sugplumb
Coverage
Tarmachan Cafe - Some Good Ideas ↗ Ace caff with Moxon Architects' very nice studio attached ↗

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