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Restaurant design began trending towards more thoughtful sophistication and less rough-hewn farmhouse. Momofuku designers discussed this mindfulness in restaurant design. See full article>>
Bruxie, a fast-casual waffle sandwich chain, prepared for growth with a new prototype design. See full article>>
Little Octopus, a pop-up restaurant turned brick-and-mortar, fused Southern influences with Caribbean flavors in Nashville, Tenn. See full gallery>>
Celebrated chef Thomas Keller opened a new state-of-the-art kitchen at his famed French Laundry after spending $10 million on an extensive renovation to the Napa Valley restaurant. See full video>>
Former banks, gas stations, landmark railroad stations, and even historic schoolhouses made for beautiful restaurants, long on character, but with unexpected challenges. See full article>>
The Grill opened in the iconic Seagram Building in New York City. The restaurant was designed to recapture the stylish glory days of Manhattan’s midcentury chophouses in a setting that has restored the art and architecture of its landmark space. See full article>>
The open kitchen became a hallmark of good restaurant design, following on years of success for chef’s tables in foodie establishments. See full article>>
Whether for space concerns or state regulations, restaurateurs re-thought unisex restrooms and got creative with their design and signage. See full article>>
The iconic seaside restaurant Las Brisas was renovated to make the most of its Laguna Beach, Calif., location. See full article>>
As Fearing’s approached its 10th anniversary, chef and restaurateur Dean Fearing updated the space and promised to do it again in another 10 years. See full article>> See full gallery>>
The Pool, a new seafood concept by Major Food Group, debuted in New York City’s landmark Seagram Building in late July. A former private-dining area was transformed into the “blue-tinted aquatic fantasy” called The Pool Lounge. See full gallery>>
Nine restaurants grabbed attention with great exteriors. See full gallery>>
Los-Angeles based Tender Greens got a bold overhaul. Co-founder and CEO Erik Oberholtzer said the new look came as the chain began its next phase of national growth, including the first unit in New York City. See full article>>
Rooftop bars provided a fresh-air escape mixed with a coveted view, but with unique settings come unique design and logistical challenges. See full gallery>>
New York City’s Oscar Wilde bar appeared to be straight out of 19th century Europe with its array of antiques, Victorian-era décor and tributes to its namesake, Irish writer Oscar Wilde. See full gallery>>
Copper became the metal of choice in restaurant design, showing up in everything from lighting fixtures and bar surfaces to cocktail glasses. See full article>>
Some operators turned their pizza ovens into core design elements. See full article>>
Murals, both inside and outside, became a key focal point and brand symbol for venues of all types. Today’s murals set the tone for the restaurant’s design as a whole and sometimes serve as a social media identifier. See full article>>
The celebrated restaurant Eleven Madison Park was born anew in New York City after being closed through the summer for a renovation and redesign. See full gallery>>
Major Food Group debuted its latest concept, The Lobster Club, a luxe New York City restaurant serving Japanese cuisine by chef Tasuku Murakami, paired with design by architect Peter Marino. See full gallery>>
Mad Rex in Philadelphia took inspiration from the post-apocalyptic theme trending in the mainstream media. The concept’s founders call it a “first in the world experience” for its guests, or “survivors.” See full gallery>>
The desire for sustainability, moveability and interesting design drove the use of shipping containers for a variety of concepts. See full article>>
Barnes & Noble Inc. continued to expand its full-service restaurant concept. The store in Plano, Texas, is one of the new smaller-format prototypes being tested by the company. See full gallery>>
Chef Bruno Davaillon debuted his new restaurant Bullion, embracing the metallic derivations of the word. See full gallery>>
The global design firm Snohetta revealed designs for the first underwater restaurant in Europe. See full article>>
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