Wild Form Design Studio opens queer bar Love Thy Neighbor next to Stonewall Inn
A new bar and restaurant named Love Thy Neighbor has opened in New York's West Village, right beside the historic Stonewall Inn. Created by Shigefumi Kabashima and Elias Popa of Wild Form Design Studio, the venue debuted in time for Pride celebrations. Featuring a distinctive design with flowing curves and warm beige tones, it includes a concrete floor showcasing a golden quote from activist Marsha P Johnson. The establishment can accommodate 40 guests and offers a cocktail menu inspired by Japanese bartending, with unique options like wasabi gin and homemade cola. Photography is provided by Aichan Mama.
Key facts
- Love Thy Neighbor is located next to the Stonewall Inn in New York's West Village.
- The bar opened ahead of Pride celebrations in New York.
- Wild Form Design Studio founders are Shigefumi Kabashima and Elias Popa.
- The design ethos is 'no straight lines'.
- A concrete floor panel features a quote from Marsha P Johnson.
- A single brick from the original Stonewall Inn is displayed in a niche.
- The space accommodates 40 guests.
- The cocktail menu uses Japanese bartending techniques.
Entities
Artists
- Shigefumi Kabashima
- Elias Popa
- Marsha P Johnson
- Aichan Mama
Institutions
- Wild Form Design Studio
- Love Thy Neighbor
- Stonewall Inn
- Dezeen
- Queerscapes
Locations
- New York
- West Village
- United States
- United Kingdom
Sources
- Dezeen —