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 28, 2016 in Design by Kelly Redinger
Fast casual restaurants have found a sweet spot in the market by making the dine-in experience fresh again. Millennials flock to restaurants with Instagram-worthy wall murals and swoon over graphic tiles, but creating a dining experience that is memorable, especially within the fast casual segment, takes more than that. That memorable experience takes more than pretty tile, […]
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 […]
Posted on February 18, 2016 in Design by Kelly Redinger
Here at GR Chair, we’re tickled pink over beautiful fabrics. So, when we went to spec fabric for our Molly Collection, we wanted something a little luxurious yet durable and economical. Naturally, we turned to Maharam, a leader in modern performance textiles. We selected Maharam’s 4M fabrics. Curious about this high-functioning fabric line, we asked […]
Posted on January 22, 2016 in Design by Kelly Redinger
Are you on the cusp of opening a new restaurant or bar? Or maybe you’re remodeling your current space. Either way, selecting the perfect barstool can be quite overwhelming. If you’ve found yourself lost in the black hole of inspiration that is Pinterest and your search for the perfect barstool is starting to resemble Goldilocks’ […]
Posted on January 20, 2016 in News by Kelly Redinger
We hope you love the look and feel of the new website! It’s designed to be more image-friendly, mobile-friendly, and user-friendly. While some things have drastically changed, others areas have received minor improvements—like this blog. If you’re a returning user, you’ll recognize some of our favorite posts, which are now easily accessible. If you’re new, welcome! […]
Posted on October 27, 2015 in News by Kelly Redinger
What’s that saying? Spills happen? Not only is this saying true for everyday domestic messes, but it’s certainly true for restaurants, bars, and other public eating spaces. While it may be tempting to use the same cleaner to do double duty—from a metal chair to a wood bar edge— it’s important to understand that not […]
Posted on October 12, 2015 in Trends by Kelly Redinger
When dreaming up idyllic restaurant interiors, orange probably isn’t the first color that comes to mind. But, this passion-filled color can make a bold statement in commercial dining spaces—when used appropriately. Dunkin Donuts, Hooters, Whataburger, Popeye’s, and El Pollo Loco are just a few of the food service chains that have hung their hats on this hue. […]
Posted on August 21, 2015 in Design by Kelly Redinger
Seldom do we stop and think about the bottom of the chair or barstool. And no, I’m not talking about the bottom of the seat, but the bottom of the chair’s legs. What am I talking about? Chair glides, of course! While not as glamorous as their chair-leg counterparts, glides play a crucial role in not […]
Posted on June 1, 2015 in Trends by Kelly Redinger
A Design History Lesson The Milan-based Memphis Movement, founded by Ettore Sottsass in the early 1980s, was a reaction to the dull and drab designs of the 1970s. The Memphis Movement was a collective of young Italian furniture and product designers that celebrated a fluid and conceptual design approach. They played with mixing bright colors, […]