Kate's Ice Cream

At the height of the pandemic, Casework’s founder Casey Keasler and Kate’s founder Katelyn Williams were the only two coming into the Casework studio. Kate’s Ice Cream kitchen was across the courtyard and she needed a desk and a quiet place to work. Quickly they developed a socially distanced friendship. When Katelyn started seeking permanent retail space for her growing plant-based, gluten-free ice cream business, Casey tagged along, offering design insights and observations. Once Katelyn selected Kate’s permanent home—a storefront on N. Mississippi Avenue—Casework was called on to design the inviting, pastel-colored oasis. Originally home to Ruby Jewel Ice Cream, the shop already included a full kitchen and ample room for their vision.