ABOUT THE PROJECT
Where Elevated Dining Meets the Art of Everyday Living
In the heart of Gaithersburg, Maryland, this project set a new standard for senior living dining and social venues. The design introduces a diverse mix of experiences — from a bistro & marketplace, to a club room, expo restaurant, assisted living bar, and a flex bar — each crafted to enhance both everyday living and special occasions.
Recognized across industry media for its forward-thinking approach, this project reflects how design can transform not just operations, but the way people gather and connect.
Scope: Bistro & Marketplace, Club Room, Expo Restaurant, Assisted Living Bar, & Flex Bar
Services Delivered: Food Services Design
PROJECT TEAM
Kisco Senior Living
SCOPOS Hospitality Group
THW Design Architecture
Reese Hackman
PUBLICATIONS & MENTIONS
Cheers to The Golden Years: Friendship Village of Tempe
December 2024Featuring Andrey Teleguz pushing the boundaries of what's possible in senior living foodservice.
THE FINISHED SPACE
BRANDING & ENVIRONMENTAL GRAPHICS
Designed to be remembered.
The branding direction fuses chemistry, science, and dance, rendered in an art style that celebrates creativity and intellect. Using Spelman's signature blues as a foundation, SCOPOS layered graphic elements across key surfaces including the entrance wall, TeaBot corner, and market wall.
Dimensional signage and branded millwork turn the café into a cultural landmark. Wall graphics and door labels procured in partnership with Signs of Significance.
INTERIOR DESIGN
Every detail tells the same story.
SCOPOS led all interior design and procurement, curating furniture, fixtures, and accessories to support operational efficiency and aesthetic cohesion. Every element — from layout to finishes — was selected to enhance the user experience and reflect Spelman's academic and cultural mission.
TURNKEY CONSTRUCTION
We didn't just design it, we built it.
SCOPOS managed the full construction scope for the Muse Café, serving as the single point of accountability from demolition through final punch list. Working directly with Swinerton as general contractor and coordinating across trades, our team ensured the design intent was preserved at every stage of the build with no handoff gaps and no translation errors between design and construction.
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