A counter that looks like sliced salami and light fixtures that recall bocconcini balls feature in this Melbourne delicatessen by locally based studio Mim Design.
Located in Melbourne's South Yarra neighbourhood, Hunter & Co Deli is designed to reflect key delicatessen ingredients, paying homage to the authenticity of the products sold in the store.
"With a love of cheeses and continental salamis, the client engaged us to create an interior to revere the product with a beautiful and thoughtful approach," Mim Design told Dezeen.

A large curved counter positioned at the entrance of the store is made from a custom-coloured concrete that resembles sliced salami, while the design for the feature light fitting that sits above is inspired by a string of bocconcini cheese balls. The counter in the deli zone is made of moulded concrete with a textured surface that recalls camembert cheese. The floors were ground back and the deli's walls were clad with clean white tiles finished with a terracotta grout.
Surrounding walls are painted in a shade of pink that complements the colour of the mortadella and soft pastrami on sale.

"Upon entering the venue, patrons are immediately drawn to the features," said the studio.
"The uniqueness of the custom elements designed solely with the retail product as the major focus brings a sense of belonging. Every aspect of the design has a story to tell."

Mim Design arranged the space to make sure that a strong b...