cultural elements in restaurant design

  • Bring your cuisine’s ethnic roots to your restaurant’s interiors

    Some restaurant owners want to give a full experience of the food they make and where it’s from to their customers. For this, the interior design must be crafted with care and an understanding of the origins of recipes. Here are 6 ways to do this without the cliché.

    Pick an Era That Resonates with Your Brand Story
    All cultures can be recognised for the different eras they went through. Pick one that resonates with you andthe story you want to tell and allow this to weave into your restaurant’s design.

    Make Traditional Materials and Textures a Part of Your Interiors
    Materials like bamboo, wood, stone, and fabrics tell an authentic story when put together consciously.

    Iconic Motifs and Patterns
    Include patterns, symbols, or artwork that are significant to the cuisine’s origin, such as tile mosaics, tribal prints, or hand-painted murals. Make sure they are not stereotypical.

    Use Colour Schemes Inspired by the Region the Food Comes From
    Research traditional colour palettes of where your cuisine comes from and integrate these lightly or heavily into the décor to give an immersive feel to your restaurant.

    Local Craftsmanship or Art
    With global vendors now being accessible via marketplaces like Etsy, it’s now easy to get your hands on authentic craftsmanship and art from any side of the world. Bring these into your restaurant, display them, and tell the story of your food.

    Tie in the Regional Lighting Style
    Use lighting fixtures that echo the culture, such as lanterns, pendant lights, or chandeliers with traditional designs or materials.

    Bring the Cuisine’s Roots to Life with Subtle Décor Details
    You can use tableware, signage, or planters that subtly nod to the cuisine’s heritage, such as hand-painted plates, woven baskets, or engraved wooden menus. Keeping the balance between authenticity and modern appeal is key to resonate with a broad audience.

    Book a discovery call today to find out how we can create the perfect interior design for your restaurant.

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