09/04/2026
The best spaces tell you something about the people behind them.
For Chula’s, that story is family.
Even the name has meaning. “Chula” is the nickname the owner gave his granddaughters. The restaurant was created as a gathering place rooted in his Mexican heritage, his family, and the Prior Lake community.
So when we began designing the space, we weren't just thinking about what would look good.
We were thinking about how it should feel.
Warm. Lively. Welcoming. A place where you settle in, order another round, and stay awhile.
That story became our north star for the design.