Situated between Chinatown and Downtown Los Angeles, Archives of Us redefines the café experience through meticulously crafted interior furnishings that embody quiet elegance and restraint. Designed in collaboration with Studio/ JIALUN XIONG, the space rejects excess in favor of material integrity, spatial harmony, and a refined approach to hospitality—offering a serene retreat where considered design and coffee culture converge. Elevated on the second floor, the café offers a sense of exclusivity, inviting patrons into a 2,500 sq. ft. space that feels both discovered and designed. Its discreet entrance enhances the experience of arrival, evoking the charm of a hidden retreat, while the expansive patio extends the spatial narrative—blurring the boundaries between interior and exterior, and creating a tranquil refuge above the bustling streets below.