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Best new restaurant design

An overview of projects, products and exclusive articles about Best new restaurant design

Project • By HKZ Interior Decoration LLC • Restaurants

Son of a Fish

Bringing the soul of the Athenian Riviera to Dubai Harbour. Where the sound of the sea meets the rhythm of the night, Son of a Fish is a coastal Greek restaurant shaped by its waterfront surroundings and inspired by Mediterranean seaside living. The restaurant reflects a social dining culture where atmosphere, texture and energy come together naturally, allowing the experience to evolve from day into evening as the marina transforms after sunset. Vaishnav CB Located at Dubai Harbour, the space was envisioned as a destination that feels closely connected to its surroundings, where materials, light and spatial flow support a relaxed coastal environment. The design focuses on creating a setting that feels natural and grounded, allowing t... More

Project • By ALGEDRA design • Restaurants

KOI Restaurant at Dubai Mall

KOI Restaurant by Algedra Interior Design brings a calm sense of movement to Dubai Mall’s New China Avenue. The design takes ideas from the koi fish — its flow, strength, and balance — and turns them into shapes and materials that feel smooth and natural. Every line and curve moves gently into the next, creating a quiet rhythm that guides people through the space. Algedra Design Algedra Design Circular forms appear everywhere: in ceiling patterns, lighting pieces, and wall details. The large round aquarium stands at the center as a living piece of art, linking the space together with a feeling of stillness and motion at once. Algedra Design Algedra Design The choice of materials adds warmth and depth.... More

Project • By Design Lab by Esteban Salazar • Restaurants

búlali aleste

At Búlali, design is not just seen — it’s felt. Rooted in the minimalist elegance of the Japandi aesthetic, the space embraces a local soul: raw tropical materials and the warmth of Costa Rican identity. Alvaro Fonseca Alvaro Fonseca Alvaro Fonseca Neutral tones, natural fibers, and sculptural forms converge to cultivate an atmosphere of quiet harmony. Every detail pays poetic homage to the world of bees, transforming the space into a multisensory narrative. Here, design transcends function — it becomes storytelling in its purest form. Alvaro Fonseca Alvaro Fonseca Alvaro Fonseca At the heart of Búlali floats a breathtaking, 22-meter-long suspended sculpture: meticulously handc... More

Project • By LEFTdesign • Restaurants

Buyan Restaurant

A marvelous fairy island Buyan being mentioned by Alexander Pushkin in “The Tale of Tsar Saltan” was used as image for the name of the Russian-style restaurant. A fairytale, familiar to everyone from the childhood, where reality and myth are intertwined, and good always triumphs over evil, became the main inspiration for the project. Olga Melekestseva All interior details are not accidental; from the very entrance they immerse us in a special, wonderful world. The red pattern of the tiles at the entrance presents lots of references to a Russian fairytale and its heroes. Some people will recognize the rosy cheeks of Russian beauties in this well-known element of the ornament, while the others will recall berries or apples.... More

Project • By GRID System • Hotels

GREFIS Hotel

The GREFIS Hotel in Gräfelfing chose the GRID interior system for the renovation of its lobby and restaurant spaces. The black GRID perfectly fulfilled multiple functional roles within the area while complementing the restaurant's overall design. By combining the 1/2-GRID cube with its larger counterpart, they crafted lightweight, portable coffee tables for the lounge. Additionally, different GRID arrangements served as partitions and decorative accents, effortlessly integrating with the tables throughout the hotel restaurant. Mika Väisänen Mika Väisänen Mika Väisänen Mika Väisänen More

Project • By Bangal Sthapati • Restaurants

Police Cafe

Police Cafe, an innovative cafe project idea, initiated by The Sirajganj District Police Cooperative Society aimed at strengthening positive relationships between the law enforcement agency and the community. Driven by the vision of the Sirajganj District Police Chief, the goal was to create an inviting space where families and friends could enjoy food amid greenery that evokes interaction with each other and builds community spirit. Sabirul Islam Tanjil, Ahmad Fahimul Absar Sabirul Islam Tanjil, Ahmad Fahimul Absar Sabirul Islam Tanjil, Ahmad Fahimul Absar Sabirul Islam Tanjil, Ahmad Fahimul Absar Inspired by the beautiful old trees around the Karola site, the philosophy of the design had aimed at harmonizing the cafe... More

Project • By COOOP. • Restaurants

Vogue Cafe Sydney

The Vogue Café Sydney project, a collaborative effort between COOOP, Vogue, and Peter Wang, epitomizes a chic and sophisticated dining experience that seamlessly blends contemporary Australian cuisine with Vogue’s high-fashion aesthetic. The design aims to create a unique, localized atmosphere that resonates with the discerning clientele of Sydney’s Darling Harbour. Kera Wong Kera Wong The design brief called for a space that is both welcoming and suited to the Australian market. This led to the creation of a warm, inviting environment characterized by subtle tones and a distinctive pop of color, setting it apart from Vogue’s previous global café designs. The intention was to craft a space that fee... More

Project • By B-too • Restaurants

You Ning

A new pavilion in Eindhoven as a gift from the Chinese city of Nanjing. Image Courtesy B-too Nanjing The former Philips enclave Strijp-S in Eindhoven is the place where it was decided that this unique building with patently clear Chinese influences should be erected. An effervescent place where residential, life and work go hand-in-hand, and consequently there is always something to do here. The new pavilion in Eindhoven is a gift from the Chinese city of Nanjing. The name You Ning refers to this good city connection. “You” means friendship and “Ning” is the abbreviated name for the city of Nanjing. Who else but Eveline Wu could come up with a fitting concept and who else but B-too could design the interior... More