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Patio with upholstered Rita Lounge Chairs.

4 Reasons to Love This Outdoor Restaurant Furniture

…early February-also uses the same delightful wire grid design as seen on the original Opla Chair. A counter height stool is also available. 2. Comfortable Seat For added comfort, the…

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Sally Bolt Down Stools with wood seats.

Meet the Sally Freestanding Stool: Same Sleek Look, New Movable Base

…inches of foam, so despite the cool minimal appearance, you get maximum comfort. The only difference is the round quarter-inch thick steel base. It’s heavy and wide enough to be…

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Restaurant floor with Reece Barstools.

An Inviting & Industrial Brewery Design

…those amazing ceilings-you’ll see a second floor. This mezzanine features the matching industrial counter stools, long wooden communal tables, and a view of the entire restaurant. It’s a perfect spot…

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Exterior of Chicago Youth Shelter

Chicago Youth Shelter has New Home with Help from Designs for Dignity

…group of dedicated volunteer design professionals came together to create a comfortable, beautiful, and dignified space where ten young people can now rest, recover, and rebuild. Since welcoming their first…

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Frankie Table with Ferdinand Chairs.

Now Trending: Cute Shapes & The Softer Side of Minimalism

…design industry has been largely dominated by minimalist details and a mid-century sensibility. However, more recently, a new and more expressive style has started to surface. A small group of…

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Set of four Brown Andy Lounge Chairs with arms.

4 Reasons to Love This Modern Lounge Chair

…materials, and fabrication – to express beauty and comfort.” 2. Comfort is King Don’t let Andy’s modern looks deceive you; this chair is incredibly comfortable. Sitting at 15″ high, the…

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Row of Leaf Chairs in restaurant.

2020 Restaurant Design Trends

…Beyond mixing patterns and textures, you’ll see more antique elements mixed with modern furniture to create the perfect layered look. 3. Comfortable Seating This trend has been gaining momentum over…

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Bentwood Chairs at Workshop Food Court.

Inside a Dreamy, Modern Food Court

…new menus. The beauty of Workshop is that patrons can sample cuisine ranging from cold Vietnamese noodles to Tex-Mex, all in a modern, comfortable space. Stalls turn over on a…

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Restaurant bar with set of black Ferdinand bar stools

Meet Ferdinand: Our First Collaboration with Norwegian Designers, Gridy

…colors, or a 150+ premium colors available upon request. Wood components available in 16 standard finishes, and the seat and back can be upholstered in any combination of commercial textile….

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Bentwood Chairs at Workshop Food Court.

3 Restaurants with Gorgeous Wood Seating

…of commercial dining spaces. Because of this, restaurant designers are finding ways to harmonize the menu and design using wood furniture. It’s no surprise. Wood restaurant chairs are comfortable, durable,…

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Cutting blue upholstery fabric.

Restaurant Design Ideas: Natural vs. Synthetic Fabrics

…designing a restaurant, there are thousands of decisions to make, one of them being whether you should use natural or synthetic fabrics to make your design ideas come to life….

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Grand Rapids Chair employee cutting wood.

How to Use Hand-Crafted Materials in Restaurant Design

…the space. By Share this When you’re designing a restaurant, the term “hand-crafted” is a common phrase. While it may sound good, what does “hand-crafted” actually mean in regards to…

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Morgan Stewart

I Spy: Coworking Spaces with Beauty Shoppe’s Morgan Stewart

…our manufacturers during the procurement process. AR: How did Beauty Shoppe come about? MS: About six years ago, the founders of Beauty Shoppe were looking for an office space in…

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Upholstered Brooke Chairs in restaurant.

Introducing the Brooke Collection

…a Brooke product is purchased, Grand Rapids Chair Company will donate $1 to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, a cause very close to many at the company. The Brooke Collection…

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Brady Table and Chairs with natural wood and blue frame.

Our 5 Favorite Brady Installations

Our 5 Favorite Brady Installations Brady’s design is simple and straightforward, making it the kind of product that can be easily placed in most commercial spaces. By Share this The…

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Peek Inside La Cocina, a San Francisco Food Hall with an Inspiring Mission

…aimed at providing affordable commercial kitchen space, industry specific technical assistance, and access to market opportunities for women, immigrants, and communities of color. Since 2005, their goal has been to…

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Black Hugh Chairs in restaurant.

A Must-See Modern Diner: Inside Clyde’s Fine Diner

…diner comes with the tag of laid back and cool, but with high-end quality food. It is the perfect combination of casual, yet sophisticated people are looking for these days.”…

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Sherman Barstools with Brady Barstools.

5 Best New Brewery Designs

5 Best New Brewery Designs Find inspiration in five of our favorite modern brewery designs. By Share this There’s a new era of brewery design, and it’s a complete contradiction…

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Half Hurdle Chair with Orbit Tables.

Classic New York Burger Joint — With a Modern Spin

…founder and celebrity chef, Spike Mendelson, teamed up with Garrett Singer Architecture & Design to create an uplifting dining experience where retro meets modern. Show Photo Details Complimenting the Brand…

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Exterior of Tuk Tuk Boom restaurant.

See Inside Tuk Tuk Boom: Sushi and Thai for Life in the Fast Lane

…shopping or a low-key dinner date on the plaza just outside the doors. Tuk Tuk Boom, designed by Ferriss and Company, sits on the exterior of The Plaza in Highland…

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Row of leather Harper A-Frame Chairs.

3 Restaurants, 1 Modern Dining Chair

…camel leather with ink black legs. The second is a sleek black-on-black version, using a almost matte black wood stain and black legs. The combination adds richness and a modern…

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Row of Sadie II Chairs.

A Charming Brunch Bar Bursting with Color

…mimosa (hold the orange juice) better is a gorgeous restaurant to enjoy them both in. That’s where Morning Belle comes in. This modern brunch restaurant concept opened its first location…

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Wood Harper chairs with coffee table.

Our First New Occasional Table Collection in Years, Meet Lewis

…modern table collection with striking lines and superior durability. Show Photo Details Inspired by baskets found in the Italian countryside, the Lewis side table and coffee table combine a modern…

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Wood Merano Barstools in natural finish.

Installation Eye Candy: Little Octopus

Installation Eye Candy: Little Octopus Explore the soft colors, textures, and a colors that make this new restaurant installation so special. By Share this We’ll just come out and say…

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