Eddie’s D7, the third Eddie’s New York Deli & Diner location in Saigon, was built in early 2023. As our most challenging project to date, it involved transforming a dilapidated house with problematic ceiling heights and an unconventional floor plan into a vibrant, welcoming diner space. One of the most distinctive features of Eddie’s D7 is its partial open-air design on the ground floor, a last-minute decision made to suit the District 7 lifestyle. The existing mezzanine presented its own challenges, but we incorporated it into the final design to add dimension and space. Additionally, a significant late-stage addition was the creation of a large hole in the ceiling above the mezzanine, allowing us to suspend a classic motorbike through the ceiling—an eye-catching feature that has become a signature element of the space. The project also included the challenge of integrating our popular Treats & Sweets candy shop within the limited area, successfully combining the diner and confectionery concepts. Furthermore, we designed and fitted a compact yet highly efficient kitchen on the ground floor, essential for managing seamless delivery orders alongside dine-in service. The total built-out area of Eddie’s D7 is approximately 300 m². The design was led by the Eddie’s cofounders, with creative and 3D visualization support from a Swiss design firm based in Vietnam, which also assisted with our second location. The collaboration brought consistency to the Eddie’s brand while introducing innovative elements tailored to this new space. The project moved at a remarkable pace, with the design completed during a two-week creative sprint, followed by approximately eight weeks of construction. The result is a dynamic, welcoming space that combines classic 1950s diner elements with a fresh, partially open-air design.