YE CAFé

Tucked away in a grove of camphor trees along the banks of the Huangpu River, Shanghai, Ye Café 野咖啡 (lit. Wild Café) emerges as an architectural ode to nature. Situated within a tranquil woodland, the site once hosted only a solitary sculpture. Now, with the addition of Ye Café, the space has been transformed, inviting leisure and vibrant activity into the forest’s embrace. Designed by FG Studio (based in Shanghai), the café takes the form of a minimalist glass box, where nature takes center stage. Through its refined use of materials and harmonious integration with the landscape, the design creates a delicate balance between elegance, warmth, and the untamed beauty of its setting.