Coffee Relief Tumbaco: A Design-Led Coffee Destination in Ecuador
A space where Ecuadorian specialty coffee, on-site roasting,
contemporary design and local craftsmanship come together.
Coffee, design and place
A contemporary expression of Ecuadorian coffee culture
Located in the Tumbaco Valley near Quito, Coffee Relief brings
together specialty coffee, roasting, education and hospitality
within a space connected to its Ecuadorian context.
Coffee Relief’s physical home and brand identity were shaped by
the creative team at Made by AOS under the conceptual direction
of Concept Designer Ángeles Ortiz.
The project brought together creative professionals and local
artisans to develop a welcoming environment defined by natural
light, wood, open spaces and a clear connection to coffee.
Location
Tumbaco Valley, near Quito, Ecuador
Experience
Specialty coffee, roasting, education and hospitality
Creative team
Made by AOS
Conceptual direction
Concept Designer Ángeles Ortiz
International editorial feature
Featured by Sprudge
Coffee Relief Tumbaco was featured in Sprudge’s international
Build-Outs of Coffee series.
The article documented the architecture of the Tumbaco space,
its industrial and minimalist elements, its use of Ecuadorian
wood and the integration of coffee service, roasting, laboratory,
training and outdoor areas.
Sprudge also documented the participation of AOS Studio,
Ángeles Ortiz and local craftspeople in the development of
the project.
We collaborate with designers, makers and brands whose values
align with our commitment to thoughtful design, sustainability
and Ecuadorian coffee.
The result is a welcoming space where coffee, architecture and
local craftsmanship work together naturally.
Creative collaboration
Made by AOS
Coffee Relief’s physical home and brand identity were shaped by
the creative team at Made by AOS under the conceptual direction
of Concept Designer Ángeles Ortiz.
Made by AOS connected the project with architects, designers and
artisans from Quito, contributing to a contemporary environment
with a distinct Ecuadorian identity.
Wood, custom-made elements, natural light and the visible
industrial structure create a space that feels open, warm and
closely connected to the coffee experience.
Light with intention
Tala
Tala lighting was selected to bring warmth, character and
energy efficiency to the Coffee Relief space.
The lighting complements the natural materials and open
architecture while supporting a more mindful approach to
energy use.
Designed around coffee
More than a traditional coffee shop
Coffee Relief Tumbaco brings multiple parts of the coffee
experience into one place, allowing visitors to encounter
Ecuadorian coffee through preparation, roasting, education and
hospitality.
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Specialty coffee service
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On-site roasting
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Coffee education and training
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Indoor and outdoor hospitality
Independent editorial coverage
Coffee and design documented together
Daily Coffee News also covered the opening of Coffee Relief
Tumbaco and documented the collaboration between Coffee Relief
and the Ecuadorian creative firm AOS Studio.
The feature highlighted the natural light, open interior and the
integration of coffee service, on-site roasting and training in
one location.
Coffee Relief’s physical space and brand identity were shaped
by the creative team at Made by AOS under the conceptual
direction of Concept Designer Ángeles Ortiz, in collaboration
with local creative professionals and artisans.
Where is Coffee Relief Tumbaco located?
Coffee Relief Tumbaco is located in the Tumbaco Valley near
Quito, Ecuador.
What can visitors experience at Coffee Relief Tumbaco?
Visitors can experience Ecuadorian specialty coffee, coffee
preparation, on-site roasting, education and hospitality in a
space that also reflects contemporary Ecuadorian design.
Was Coffee Relief Tumbaco featured by Sprudge?
Yes. Coffee Relief Tumbaco was featured by Sprudge in its 2022
Build-Outs of Coffee series.
What is the relationship between Coffee Relief and Made by AOS?
Coffee Relief collaborated with Made by AOS on the development
of its physical home and brand identity. The work was guided
conceptually by Ángeles Ortiz and connected the project with
local creative professionals and artisans.
Visit Coffee Relief Tumbaco
Experience Ecuadorian coffee in a space shaped by design
Discover specialty coffee, on-site roasting and contemporary
Ecuadorian craft in the Tumbaco Valley near Quito.
