View through open purple doors into a cozy, warm-lit bakery with a curved glass display case full of pastries, wooden shelves of bread, and marble-top tables.

When you push open the purple-and-brass doors, a gentle bell chime sounds — not tinny or harsh, but warm and resonant, a tone chosen decades ago by Gigi herself. The entryway immediately transitions from the crisp air outside to a rich blend of vanilla, espresso, and baked bread inside. 2. Customer Floor & Café Seating The main floor stretches about 35 feet deep by 25 feet wide, an open-concept café with cozy efficiency. The layout blends old-world European bakery design with modern Southern charm — polished, intimate, and deeply personal. Flooring & Lighting Floor: Herringbone-patterned wood with a subtle matte finish — durable enough for foot traffic but visually warm. Ceiling: White plaster with dark wooden beams exposed, each fitted with small recessed amber lights for even, soft illumination. Pendant Lights: Over the café tables and counter — glass globe pendants with gold fixtures, giving off a warm glow that flatters every pastry. Display & Service Counter Positioned front-left as you enter, running parallel to the front windows. Display Case: 12 feet long, curved glass, temperature-controlled. Inside, the day’s offerings — croissants, cobblers, muffins, layer cakes — each labeled with elegant script on gold-bordered placards. Countertop: Polished Carrara marble with faint lavender-gray veining; the brass-trimmed cash register rests on one side, and espresso machines hum quietly behind it. Staff Visibility: Behind the counter, you can glimpse the bakers moving through See more