Houston, Texas
Originally opened in 2009 by owners David Buehrer and Ecky Prabanto in a 300-square-foot retail space at Greenway Plaza, Greenway Coffee & Tea relocated with the support of Parkway Properties to a highly visible and accessible location within the Greenway Plaza HUB food and retail area.
Ziegler Cooper designed the expanded coffee shop, more than doubling its original square footage and reimagining the customer experience to create an open, inviting environment accessible from all sides. The new coffee bar emphasizes community, quality, and connection, providing a flexible setting for multiple generations to gather, socialize, and work. The design features a live-edge walnut bar top paired with crisp, textured painted metal angles, creating a distinctive backdrop that celebrates craftsmanship and materiality.
A carefully curated combination of textures, patterns, materials, and varied service counter heights encourages customer interaction while maintaining a refined, comfortable, and light-filled atmosphere. Custom furniture and fixture selections reinforce the coffee shop's commitment to quality, local ingredients, and a strong sense of place. Beyond traditional espresso drinks, lattes, cappuccinos, and drip coffee, the expanded location offers a selection of hot teas and a quick-service food menu developed around an office-focused concept that does not require an extensive commercial kitchen. The resulting hospitality space balances efficient café operations with a welcoming, community-oriented coffee and tea experience.
