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The 5,700 square-foot Bivouac Adventure Lodge boasts a Parisian-styled storefront exterior, with the intent to inspire the European social ritual of leisurely strolling and socializing, right in the heart of North Park’s main corridor. From 30th Street passersby can take in the General Store’s seasonal window display and peek inside the Lodge through the cafe’s large accordion window.
The interior designed by Rachel Larraine Crawford of Tiger Veil takes design notes from a “glamping yurt,” combining rugged outdoor aesthetics with refined interiors. Framed by a canvas tent opening, guests step inside the grand circular space and note an intentionally neutral palette enhanced by layered, rich textures. A massive plaster wall mural of Bivouac’s signature mountains motif, highlights an elegant wall of 20 cider taps and a natural-stone tasting bar.
Central to the design is a massive skylight that bathes the Lodge in natural light, creating a true indoor/outdoor ambiance accentuated by curved walls and arched doorways, leaving visitors instantly overcome with the zen of a breezy (bugless) campsite. Curated by Bivouac’s Lara Worm, and her rolodex of talented local women creatives, each handpicked design detail has a story to tell, a history once lived, or a purpose to share. The result is a space that embodies the essence of a camper’s temporary respite from the outside world, fostering a sense of adventure, community, and relaxation, much like a yurt in the wilderness.
Cafe and community space: A welcoming Parisian sidewalk-style cafe for North Park-people watching, serving on-site espresso-based drinks, including the signature Campfire Latte, tea, and locally-made pastries. Plus, non-alc ciders, kombucha, and wellness tonics and elixirs. The cafe will not serve “to-go,” beverages in order to eliminate waste and serve Bivouac’s larger sustainability commitment, and to encourage folks to slow down and take a moment to enjoy the experience.
General Store – A micro-market (also accessible from 30th Street) with an outdoorsy slant and a fervent commitment to locality and sustainability. The General Store’s “grab and stay” shelves are stocked with a selection of daily-made salads and sandwiches, chef-driven pantry delicacies, and painstakingly sourced goods and provisions, primarily from women and BIPOC makers. It also features Bivouac’s ciders to-go and a curated selection of ciders from the world over. Plus, a “zero-waste snack bar” includes a selection of treats served in mason jars, eliminating disposable packaging. The General Store also retails a selection of Bivouac merch, trendy outdoor gear and camping accessories, books, cheeky cards, outdoor-inspired candles, and more, mostly sourced from local, women, BIPOC-owned, and mission-driven brands.
Tasting Bar – The centerpiece of the Adventure Lodge, where cider newbies and enthusiasts alike can enjoy pours from 20 rotating taps, featuring Bivouac and other local ciders, as well as those from regions the world over, including Poire L’Authentique from the family-owned Eric Bordelet estate in southern Normandy, France and natural Spanish Trabanco Alicia Sidra from Spain’s Asturias region. Plus, beer and wine. Pommelier-led tastings of eight to 10 ciders are available by reservation.
salon d’eau de vie Speakeasy – A private brandy lounge that pays homage to Gertrude Stein’s 1920s Paris salon, where influential artists, writers, and musicians gathered to shape modern art history. Intended to indulge Lara’s boozy intellectual feminist hideaway fantasy, the salon’s eclectic design will be a stark contrast to the soothing neutral vibe of the Adventure Lodge, featuring moody vintage lighting, a reptilian natural-stone bar, vintage national geographic wallpaper, 1920’s Victrola record player, and barstools sourced from single-owner estate sales in San Diego. The defining art installation: a Gertrude Stein living room-inspired art wall featuring local San Diego artists’ “impressions of impressionists.” Oh, but you’ll likely never see it, because Lara doesn’t intend to open this room to the public.
We are thrilled and honored to announce that Bivouac Adventure Lodge has been nominated for an Orchid Award for interior design! This project was a labor of love, bringing together a diverse array of experiences under one roof. From our cozy coffee shop and charming general store to the inviting cider tasting room and the hidden gem salon d’eau de vie Speakeasy – A private brandy lounge, every facet of Bivouac Adventure Lodge was designed to celebrate the spirit of the great outdoors. The restrooms, too, echo this theme, ensuring every corner of our lodge offers a seamless and immersive experience. Our tasting room, inspired by the traditional yurt concept, adds a unique and adventurous touch, making it a true centerpiece of our space. Thank you for this incredible recognition and for supporting our vision!
Rachel is truly a master in her craft and this space is just one of the many examples of her incredible work. Such an amazing project, and a wonderful space to be in!
Lovely! Definitely a place I’d want to hang out in for a while!
Tiger Veil creates such satisfying spaces to gather with friends. It’s almost like adventure traveling to beauty but getting to remain local.
Thumbs up!!!!!!
Amazing Space! Such a positive vibe. How do we get into the secret salon?
Way to go ladies! Bravo!
Rachel Crawford strikes again with creating the most magical of magic spaces and places!
Well done!
Love this space so muxh!!
Such a cool place by a cool designer. Rachel is the best!!
What a beautiful designed spaces! I can’t wait to go visit and experience this creative and holistic concept!
Love the design, it really pulls you in to experience and wander, as well as to lounge and relax. Congratulations!
Rachel did an amazing job! Sush a great immersive space that takes you away from the everyday hustle and bustle to a more calming inspirational space.
Love this space!
I’m eagerly anticipating the chance to see this stunning design up close. Even from the images, I feel completely absorbed by the space. The light, texture, and visuals are all so transformative. What I love most is the salon d’eau de vie Speakeasy—Rachel truly captured the essence of stepping into Gertrude Stein’s 1920s Paris salon. It might even be the sole reason I’d consider moving back to California.