The Café Yaya logo is a perfect fusion of Art Nouveau elegance and modern confidence. The hand-drawn serif typography, with its flowing curves and delicate flourishes, evokes the romantic artistry of Alphonse Mucha, while the structured composition keeps it contemporary and bold. The soft blush pink hue reinforces the brand’s signature balance of femininity and strength, making the logo both inviting and powerful. The mosaic-like detailing adds a handcrafted touch, symbolizing the care and artistry infused into every detail of the café experience.
Where strength meets elegance, and every bite tells a story. At Café Yaya, an all-day cafe, that celebrates the power of femininity— graceful yet unyielding, delicate yet heroic. Inspired by the ethereal beauty of Art Nouveau, with a modern edge, the space blends the soft curves of artistic masterpieces with a contemporary, confident spirit. Pastel pinks and greens meet deep army hues, whispering of both romance and resilience. Café Yaya also draws from the dramatic power of the Baroque, weaving in the bold contrasts and intensity of Caravaggio and the fearless, luminous storytelling of Artemisia Gentileschi’s fierce heroines. Light and shadow, softness and strength—the space reflects the complexity and depth of the women who gather here. The menu is a celebration of the bold, with French, Middle Eastern, Southern, Midwestern and Jewish influences blending effortlessly to create an unforgettable dining experience. From the delicate, flaky pastries that whisper of Parisian cafés to the vibrant, aromatic spices that evoke the warmth of the Middle East, every dish tells a story of its own. Designed for women who savor life, Café Yaya is a sanctuary for young professionals with refined tastes and an appetite for casual indulgence.
Pink Plate Design
These plates are inspired by the timeless elegance of classic French Brasseries, reimagined with a modern Art Nouveau touch. Delicate yet bold, they feature flowing ornamental details that echo the organic curves of Art Nouveau while maintaining a clean, contemporary feel. The color palette—pastel pinks and deep greens—adds a sense of refined femininity, perfectly complementing the aesthetic of Café Yaya.
Entryway Mosaic Design
First Floor Mural Panel - Center Panel with side ornamental panels depicted. The style is Baroque meets Art Nouveau, rendered on the brick wall like a worn fresco
First Floor Center Mural Panel - Yael and the Ya-el.
Yael, a fearless heroine of the Hebrew Bible, used hospitality to lure the enemy general Sisera into her tent—only to drive a tent peg through his temple as he slept, securing victory for her people. A symbol of cunning, strength, and decisive action, her image has been depicted since the Gothic period (circa 1340) and gained prominence during the Renaissance as part of the Power of Women literary topos.
Yael (or Ya-el) is also the Levantine name for the Nubian ibex, a species native to North Africa and the Middle East. Since ancient times, the ibex has been both a source of sustenance and a revered symbol in Mesopotamian-Iranian, Egyptian, Assyrian, Bedouin, and Yemenite cultures, embodying spiritual and metaphorical significance.
Yael, a fearless heroine of the Hebrew Bible, used hospitality to lure the enemy general Sisera into her tent—only to drive a tent peg through his temple as he slept, securing victory for her people. A symbol of cunning, strength, and decisive action, her image has been depicted since the Gothic period (circa 1340) and gained prominence during the Renaissance as part of the Power of Women literary topos.
Yael (or Ya-el) is also the Levantine name for the Nubian ibex, a species native to North Africa and the Middle East. Since ancient times, the ibex has been both a source of sustenance and a revered symbol in Mesopotamian-Iranian, Egyptian, Assyrian, Bedouin, and Yemenite cultures, embodying spiritual and metaphorical significance.
Bakery still life depicting challah, a croissant, baskets of bread and baguettes, cheese and a bottle of wine with Zachs eldest daughters name and birth year.
Mural of a vineyard in the French countryside
2nd Floor Art - Left Panel of two ibex in the mountains
2nd Floor Art - Right Panel of one ibex in the mountains
Illustration and logo for Merchandise
Sticker designs for pastry boxes
