Davella Studios

Davella Studios Delivering exceptional hospitality consulting and culinary design.

We are passionate, hands-on experts partnering with you to deliver handcrafted, innovative culinary solutions that maximize the productivity and success of your operation by positively impacting three key areas: Culinary Design Solutions, Restaurant Facilities Planning, Culinary Management Services.

When Squarespace began exploring workplace foodservice, the question was what kind of hospitality experience would best ...
06/17/2026

When Squarespace began exploring workplace foodservice, the question was what kind of hospitality experience would best support its employees and culture.

With no existing foodservice operations beyond coffee pantries, Davella Studios was brought in to evaluate options and develop a strategy that reflected how employees work, gather, and connect throughout the day.

Following an extensive programming process, the team designed a flexible hospitality experience featuring daily breakfast and lunch buffets, hidden heated counters seamlessly integrated into the architecture, a central beverage bar that supports both daytime service and evening events, and pantry spaces throughout the workplace stocked with premium beverages and snacks.

The result is a foodservice program designed around people, culture, and experience.

At Davella Studios, was honored to be part of this project. For more information on this project, visit our website: https://www.davellastudios.com/portfolio/squarespace

We’re proud to support as part of the team bringing 70 Hudson Yards to life alongside , , , and .A project helping rede...
06/10/2026

We’re proud to support as part of the team bringing 70 Hudson Yards to life alongside , , , and .

A project helping redefine the future of workplace hospitality, wellness, and employee experience.

A special thanks to New York architectural and real estate photographer for contributing his photography to our story.

Learn more via link in bio.

Davella Studios is proud to support Deloitte as part of the project team helping bring 70 Hudson Yards to life alongside...
06/10/2026

Davella Studios is proud to support Deloitte as part of the project team helping bring 70 Hudson Yards to life alongside Gensler, Roger Ferris + Partners, Related Companies, and Oxford Properties Group.

The project reflects a growing shift toward hospitality-driven workplace environments designed to foster connection, wellness, and engagement.

Read more: https://www.davellastudios.com/news-insights/davella-studios-70-hudson-yards

A special thanks to New York architectural and real estate photographer Michael Young for contributing his photography to our story.

Revisiting projects that continue to shape our approach to hospitality today.OBICÀ was designed around experience. From...
05/28/2026

Revisiting projects that continue to shape our approach to hospitality today.

OBICÀ was designed around experience. From the open mozzarella bar and antipasti displays to the wood-fired oven anchoring the dining room, every detail was built to bring guests closer to the energy of the space and the craft behind the food.

Hospitality has always been at the center of how we approach foodservice design, and projects like this continue to inspire the work we do today.

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Looking back at projects that continue to influence the way we think about hospitality and guest experience today. OBICÀ...
05/28/2026

Looking back at projects that continue to influence the way we think about hospitality and guest experience today. OBICÀ remains one of those unforgettable projects.

Davella Studios helped bring the “world’s first mozzarella bar” to New York City, creating a dining experience centered around visibility, craftsmanship, and interaction between guests and the culinary team. From the open mozzarella and antipasti displays to the wood-fired pizza oven at the center of the space, every detail was designed to create energy and connection within the dining room.

That hospitality-first mindset continues to shape the way we approach foodservice environments today.

Great connecting at the National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show in Chicago this weekend with our cl...
05/20/2026

Great connecting at the National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show in Chicago this weekend with our clients from Jane Street.

Trade shows are always a reminder that this industry is a small world and that the best partnerships happen when you get out from behind the screen and spend time together in person. It was great catching up, talking about the industry, and seeing so much innovation happening across hospitality.

We're excited for what’s ahead and always grateful for the relationships that continue to grow through our work.

📷 President & Founder James Davella

A workplace designed around experience. Davella Studios partnered with L'Oréal Group and Gensler on the transformation o...
05/06/2026

A workplace designed around experience. Davella Studios partnered with L'Oréal Group and Gensler on the transformation of L’Oréal’s headquarters at Hudson Yards, creating a dynamic environment that supports both productivity and connection.

At the center of the project is a 36th-floor amenity space featuring a full-service café, juice and espresso bar, and executive dining room, all designed to take advantage of sweeping views and an outdoor terrace.

With open cooking platforms and a focus on from-scratch preparation, the space creates a more engaging, hospitality-driven experience for employees.

Since opening, the space has exceeded expectations and serves more employees daily than L’Oréal’s previous location, demonstrating the impact of thoughtful design aligned with real-world use.

Creating a hospitality experience requires excellent design, thoughtful planning, flexibility, and seamless ex*****on.Da...
04/22/2026

Creating a hospitality experience requires excellent design, thoughtful planning, flexibility, and seamless ex*****on.

Davella Studios was proud to partner with AT&T on The Exchange Hall in downtown Dallas, an innovative, first-of-its-kind culinary destination located in the heart of the AT&T Discovery District.

Designed to accommodate both grab-and-go dining and sit-down experiences, The Exchange features 13 dining options and two full-service bars, offering a wide range of cuisines throughout the day from breakfast through dinner.

Overlooking the District’s Media Wall, Plaza, and Globe, the space brings together coworkers, families, and visitors in a vibrant, high-energy environment built for both efficiency and experience.

Visit our website for the extended portfolio: https://www.davellastudios.com/portfolio

Next week James Davella and Eric McConnell will be in Phoenix, AZ at The Wigwam Resort for the FCSI 2026 Biennial Confer...
04/16/2026

Next week James Davella and Eric McConnell will be in Phoenix, AZ at The Wigwam Resort for the FCSI 2026 Biennial Conference. We'll be meeting with leaders across foodservice design, hospitality, and consulting as we look forward to sharing ideas and looking ahead at what’s next. If you'll be there, we'd love to connect with you.

We are proud to share a more intimate look at The Morris Proper at Sanofi US's new headquarters, where the goal was to s...
04/02/2026

We are proud to share a more intimate look at The Morris Proper at Sanofi US's new headquarters, where the goal was to serve employees through a true hospitality experience.

In collaboration with Gensler and Stokes Architecture + Design, the result is a space that evolves throughout the day, offering a bright, energetic, high-volume environment by day, and transitioning into a layered, intimate setting for a refined bar and dining experience in the evening.

Our culinary design and foodservice strategy were engineered for performance, flexibility, and consistency—while delivering the highest level of excellence and partnership for our client.

We invite you to explore the full project:
https://www.davellastudios.com/portfolio/morris-proper

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