Bistrot, zinc, troquet – a typology of Parisian bistros
One can spot a true Parisian bistrot from its very specific interior design and the treasures of creativity and ingenuity that previous decorators have put into it. The atmosphere is unique, made of zinc, copper, wood, moulding, engraved mirrors … A mix of waiters, known and unknown figures waltz within this decor.
In terms of interior design, the bistrot-style includes some recurring elements:
- Zinc counter
- Mosaic floor
- Moulded ceiling
- Engraved glass
- Curved wood chairs
- Imitation leather seats
- Mirrors as a trompe l’oeil way to double the space
- Tablecloth
- Murals
- Fake ceiling light
- Ceiling light and sconces in brass and opaline
- Fake marble and fake wood paints
- Hand painted writings
- Neon fronts and ceilings
- Facade mouldings and gilded glass
- Mosaic walls
- Floor tiling in opus incertum
The interior design studio Janréji performs renovations and creations of bistros and cafés, adapted to the constraints of the place.
See les enfants de la balle and le Zinc du nord
Les enfants de la balle, bistrot by Studio Janréji
Zinc du Nord, bistrot by Studio Janréji