Sixty Vines
Casual wine bar and restaurant | Gaithersburg, MD, US
Status: Built
Year: 2025
Area: 9720 sqft.
Photographs courtesy of FB Restaurants: Sixty Vines and EveryMerchant.
Sixty Vines Gaithersburg marks the brand’s expansion into Maryland with a fresh, uplifting dining experience centered on the brand’s philosophy: a “pinkies-down” wine experiece. As the sole interior designer for this new location, I worked to translate the restaurant’s West Coast–wine-country ethos into a space tailored to its urban village setting at the Downtown Crown. The design embraces Sixty Vines’ laid-back sophistication—open, bright, and convivial—while incorporating subtle regional cues that root the interior in Gaithersburg’s community identity. Warm materials, lush greenery, and a balance of rustic and refined details create an atmosphere that evolves seamlessly from daytime gatherings to evening service. The result is a welcoming environment that celebrates the brand’s “wine garden” spirit while offering guests a distinct sense of place
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Concept Development
Defining the overarching vision for the space by establishing its mood, palette, and style direction. Documents produced in this phase outline the clear and cohesive foundation collaboratively determined for the design ahead.
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Look & Feel
Refining the design direction by shaping the aesthetic through curated imagery, materials, and stylistic cues. Documents produced in this phase convey the design language and visual character that will guide the project.
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Schedules + Procurement
Compiling detailed specifications for lighting, materials, furniture, and fixtures to maintain clarity and consistency across the project. Documents produced in this phase confirm all approved selections and support an efficient procurement process.