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Featured in PHOENIX Magazine

THE INTERIOR OF THE GROVE – the new High Street coffeehouse, not the famed Los Angeles shopping mall – mirrors its pleasantly deceptive surroundings. Nestled in Phoenix’s High Street, a modern business district that resembles the quaint main street of a mid-century town, the cozy café’s lived-in design and inviting atmosphere suggest that it’s been part of the neighborhood for years – despite only opening in August.

This is all by design, of course. Envisioned by Dwell Designs Co. owner and principal designer Jessica Wiebe, it’s “the kind of place that reminds you of your grandmother’s house – comforting, warm and deeply familiar… merging high-end elements with the soul of a truly welcoming home,”she says.

Wiebe, who splits her time between Phoenix and Canada, employed an eclectic mix of sizes, colors, patterns, textures and design philosophies to evoke a coastal-cottage-meets-Versace-Mansion vibe. “Our hope is that everyone who walks through our doors is reminded of what it means to feel at home, even when you’re not,” she says.

IRON SCONCES

Wiebe describes ambient lighting as “a masterful tool for cultivating serenity,” exemplified by these three-armed Wayfair sconces that cast a soft, warm glow throughout the space.

REFURBISHED CHAIRS

Each of The Grove’s antique chairs was lovingly restored and reupholstered with F. Schumacher & Co.’s iconic Citrus Garden fabric – a vibrant nod to the café’s arboreal namesake.

FRESH FLOWERS

A pedestal table serves as “a deliberate anchor that grounds the space,” its surface showcasing lavish floral arrangements refreshed weekly by Scottsdale floral studio Imagine Flowers.

CUSTOM BOOTHS

Lounge-style booths lined with bespoke animal print add “a vibrant burst of color and texture” while maximizing space “without compromising comfort or beauty.”

BISTRO TABLES

“The tables at The Grove were envisioned to elevate the space, transforming it from a simple café into an ambiance reminiscent of a refined, high-end restaurant.”