Posted on August 18, 2016 in Design, Trends by Kelly Redinger
Leading restaurant chains today know the importance of keeping their business up-to-date or even a step ahead of the current design trends. And while you might first think of the wall colors, decor, and lighting, the restaurant’s chairs are also an essential element of the overall aesthetics and feeling of the spaces. So, what should […]
Posted on July 8, 2016 in Trends by Kelly Redinger
In honor of summer and barbecue (a glorious combination at that), we gathered our favorite barbecue restaurant designs, all with a common theme: masculine and rustic. This theme is no surprise as the art of barbecue itself is associated with a rustic masculinity, so it’s only fitting that the design materials fall more toward the […]
Posted on June 16, 2016 in Design, Trends by Kelly Redinger
We recently sat down with the creative genius behind Look Book Vol. 1 and the new Look Book Vol. 2 (which you can download here), Lindsay Jones, to discuss what influenced her, what are the next big trends in restaurant design, and where she finds inspiration. Dean Jeffery: Where do you find your inspiration? Lindsay Jones: […]
Posted on June 3, 2016 in Design, Trends by Kelly Redinger
What’s that quote? “Everything old is new again.” Like most of us that follow design trends, we know that style obsessions wax, wane, and ultimately get replaced every season. Good design, however, always stands the test of time. Like white walls and Bentwood Chairs, their existence can be traced throughout history and their impact across cultural lines. […]
Posted on June 2, 2016 in Design, Trends by Kelly Redinger
Creating a great brand experience in your client’s quick serve or fast casual restaurant comes down to the details, and for years we’ve been in awe of the beautifully creative wall murals and bold flooring choices that have dominated the scene. Thanks to technology there are more ways than ever to create personalized products for […]
Posted on May 19, 2016 in Design, Trends by Kelly Redinger
There are so many advantages to using vinyl. It’s affordable, easy-to-clean, and requires little maintenance for the restaurants and chains. But, we rarely talk about vinyl’s aesthetic advantages. (I know what you’re thinking—are there any?) The answer is yes! Lately, we’ve seen a plethora of vinyl furniture that’s made us do a double take, and we […]
Posted on May 13, 2016 in Trends by Kelly Redinger
Consumer-facing technology in restaurants, including quick-serve and fast casual environments, used to mean a solo digital sign informing us how many billions of cheeseburgers have been sold or if fries were added to the value menu. Since those early days of integration, technology has not only revolutionized the back-end systems of restaurant operation in regards […]
Posted on April 28, 2016 in Trends by Kelly Redinger
For the first time ever, Pantone has awarded the title of “Color of the Year” to two colors, Rose Quartz and Serenity. The blending of these two colors creates a perfect harmony by balancing the warmer hues of Rose Quartz with the cool, tranquility of Serenity. Pantone “In many parts of the world we are […]
Posted on March 29, 2016 in Trends by Kelly Redinger
Ah, the cafe. A place to relax, sip espresso, and gaze out into the world through your tortoise shell sunglasses. Or, if you’re like me, furiously trying to connect to Wi-Fi while guarding the only outlet on that side of the cafe. Either way, a cafe needs to be a place where customers feel welcome. A […]
Posted on March 15, 2016 in Trends by Kelly Redinger
Backless barstools have come a long way from the bolted down, vinyl top, retro barstools of yesteryear. The backless barstool is a now a go-to for modern restaurant furniture. They can be seen everywhere from organic juice bars to revamped burger chains. But what exactly makes backless barstools such rock stars of the restaurant design […]