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Restaurant Interior Design Tips

Before opening a new restaurant, there are various considerations and decisions that need to be made. And these have to be made well before you open your doors to the public. A very important factor to think about is your furniture. What you choose is what your restaurant will look like. It will play a major role in what your restaurant looks like and how your guests will feel when they come to dine. It’s a crucial aspect because the furniture you choose influences the customer experience and the impression they have of your establishment.

Why Is Restaurant Furniture So Important?

Furniture is a crucial factor in the success of your restaurant. Whether you’re rebranding or opening a new restaurant, furniture plays a significant part in the ambience, feel, and overall character of the dining space.

Your restaurant’s décor is crucial to the customers’ perception of the establishment. The furnishings & design signal what quality they can expect from the dining experience. As you plan the exterior of your restaurant to attract customers, the interior and décor need to tell your story and show diners the experience they are going to receive.

Features To Keep In View While Selecting Restaurant Furniture

Your choice of furnishing will paint a picture of what guests can expect in terms of the cuisine, customer service standards, and pricing. What you choose to put in your restaurant will play a crucial role in how customers perceive your dining space.

Comfort is key, but so is functional. You want to make your restaurant inviting to customers. You want them to have an unbelievable experience so that they come back for more. So when selecting furniture for your restaurant, keep these crucial factors in mind. You need to make sure it is visually appealing and complements the desired ambience.

Here are some tips for furnishing your restaurant correctly:

Ask yourself these questions first:

  • What is the cuisine like?
  • Who is our audience?
  • Are you a casual or upmarket dining establishment?
  • What is the size of the space?
  • What is your budget?
  • What’s the layout you prefer?

 

1. Choose A Restaurant Theme

Understanding what your restaurant’s theme is will help when deciding furniture for your dining space. It will give you a clear picture on what you want your space to look and feel like and will make purchasing furniture much easier. Once you know what type of restaurant you will be running, you can refine the idea from there into the demographic you want to attract. Will your main guests be younger groups of friends, families, business professionals, or teenagers? Conduct thorough research into the market, possible gaps and your competition in the area where you are opening. While it might not be apparent how these things matter in your furniture choice they do. Every aspect of your restaurant is linked. For example, if your clientele will primarily be younger people, rectangular shaker tables and square-back chairs just won’t work. Lighter furniture with a more cheery feel and some booths to match should do the trick.

2. First Impressions Matter

Going out for dinner, eating at a restaurant and socialising with friends and family at a cafe or pub is no longer restricted to special occasions. Casual dining is a rising trend. Eating out has become an integral part of many people’s lives today, and that’s something you need to keep in view while planning and furnishing your restaurant. The hospitality industry is constantly on the rise, and with competition being so fierce, you need to focus on creating an excellent impression to attract customers.

And the décor and furniture in your restaurant are, as, if not more important than the food you serve. After all, guests view the space and take in the ambience even before they try the food you serve. Your guests should be wowed when they arrive. They need to feel comfortable and not congested. The furniture you select needs to be in sync with the atmosphere you want to create.

3. Make the Right Chair and Table Choices

When you begin looking for furniture, set your personal taste aside and focus on creating an ambience that will appeal to your clientele. Establishing the character that you want to showcase in your restaurant should be your priority while making furniture choices.

There are limited options when it comes to restaurant tables. But that isn’t the case with seating options. You can choose from booths, sofas, single chairs and stools as well. Of course, many restaurants use a mix and match of seating options, depending on the layout, the space and the number of guests you want to seat. Booth seating works better if the space is smaller, but even then you should add a few single chairs.

Sofas work well in casual style restaurants. Always buy chairs with your table choices in view. The chairs need to have a complementing design and style and need to fit under the tables. Make sure that the table shape, size and height works well for the available space. Round tables take up more space, so square or rectangular ones work best for smaller restaurant dining areas.

4. Opt For the Right Materials

Once you have decided what type of seating you want, you then need to decide on which materials to select; some of the options include metal, plastic, leather and wood. An upscale, fine dining restaurant may prefer leather seats that lend a more sophisticated and elegant look to the place. In contrast, wooden chairs or fabric-furnished booth seating may be better suited for a casual dining restaurant. If you run a family-friendly restaurant, you should consider more hardy and easy-to-maintain materials for the seating.

Plan your Restaurant Space Well

Keeping these 5 tips in mind, you will be able to create a space that you are proud of and space that customers will come back to for more. You also should keep in mind that you can’t do everything yourself. It might be worth considering a restaurant designed who knows a thing or two about ambience and decor. They will stir you in the right direction and ensure you are creating the space you want.

For high-quality Werzalit, wood or marble-topped tables, unique restaurant furniture, bar stools, as well as a wide range of commercial and restaurant seating options, call Have A Seat at 1300 852 793. You can also contact us using this online form. Our experienced and highly knowledgeable team is here to help guide your choices, so you have the kind of restaurant furniture you need, that also fits into your budget.

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