5 most Important Elements of Restaurant Design

Unlike residential interiors, commercial space design goes beyond aesthetics and functionality. It is not merely about good looks but also about cohesively sending a brand message. This is why restaurant design needs professional interior designers to take care of the space from scratch and help the brand in building its credibility.

While designing a restaurant, there are certain elements that play a crucial role.

1. Create a Concept 

Not many brand owners and interior designers realize the importance of crafting a stimulating concept. Imagine going to a Moroccan restaurant with minimal interiors. feels uncomfortable right? Well, that’s the power of tricking the brains though design. At Nahawi Design Studio, we have decades of experience in designing commercial spaces in UAE that have seen immense success because of the stunning ambiance.

We dedicate the most amount of time in developing a compelling concept that is translated to every element in the restaurant, from billboard to crockery. Additionally, the concept should be consistent throughout the brand including website design, business cards, menu cards, table cloth, marketing, exterior, interior, and all other brand communication mediums.

2. Make the Space Comfortable 

People tend to spend good 2-3 hours in restaurants. Hence, it is important to have comfortable seating. On the other hand, coffee shops invite people for a lesser amount of time therefore, their seating can be experimentative and quirky.

Comforts are not just restricted to the softness of the seat but it transcends to other aspects as well like the ease of movement. The furniture layout of a restaurant should be smooth and simple to maneuver. Before finalizing the layout make sure that accessing the tables and chair is easy, the distance to the washrooms are maintained, and AC ducts are adjustable so excessive air doesn’t make the sitting uncomfortable. Always try to introduce various types of seating areas to attain an interesting space. Having different sizes of tables and chairs can help you address all the clients based on their needs.

3. Have Enough Storage 

Many designers work only on the aesthetics and miss out on serving the utilitarian purpose of the restaurant. While it is important to have mind-blowing interiors with a user-friendly furniture layout, equally important are the storing units. Starting from the kitchen to the front cabinets for storing spoon it is very important to pay attention to small details like these.

A great way to incorporate storage shelves is by thinking creatively to include these furnishings into interiors. Many restaurants even have open shelving that looks aesthetic and comes handy too.

4. Lighting is the Key!

Lighting plays a key role in making a remarkable impression on the customers. There is a whole science being illuminating the space well. If you notice, fast food chains have bright lighting while expensive restaurants usually have dim lights and dark interiors. This is because bright interior space induces excitement and hunger in people. Whereas, a darker ambiance provides a comfortable feeling of relaxing and eating slowly.

In modern spaces, lighting has become a crucial element of interior design. A well-designed interior contains a good mixture of both natural and artificial lighting. Using contemporary lamps and fixtures can help you make a statement very easily!

5. Provide a Memorable Experience 

Restaurant in today’s world is about more than just ‘good food’. People seek experience instead of eating food and leaving. Conceptualize the space such that people feel intrigued and want to visit again! Having a USP is very important in the modern world where there is no dearth of restaurants. Make sure the interior has a focal point that is translated into the entire space. It could be the décor, furniture, lighting, or eclectic colors.

Are you planning to open a new restaurant or thinking of giving your existing outlet a new makeover? Follow these points and you will see amazing results! Alternatively, you can get in touch with our team at Nahawi Design Studio to help you design the most stunning restaurant in Dubai.