Safwat by Safwat redesigns Funny Bar in New York's Lower East Side with postmodern design and glass brick features

Summary

Design studio Safwat by Safwat has transformed Funny Bar in New York's Lower East Side from a mainstream venue into a hip space combining jazz, humor, and postmodern design. The renovation features glass brick walls, postmodern details, and a balanced program of bar, lounge, and restaurant elements. The project was a collaboration with New York entertainment operators Tom Moore and Billy Jones, aiming to create a sophisticated yet approachable venue that balances humor, clarity, and restraint in its design approach.