Falafel Yoni in Montreal Takes Design Cues from New Balance Footwear
Justin Lam — May 28, 2018 — Art & Design
References: daviddworkind & dezeen
Architects often find inspiration in unlikely places, so it should come as no surprise that Montreal's latest restaurant is a New Balance sneaker-inspired eatery. Designed by David Dworkind, Falafel Yoni features a unique color scheme that draws heavily on a particularly classic New Balance sneaker. The eatery focuses primarily on the gray and red tones of the trainers but also breaks up the two-tone design with salvaged wood and small pops of texture with the asphalt floors.
Customers coming into the sneaker-inspired eatery can enjoy their meals on a pair of curved bars topped with laser-cut steel. The entirety of the space carries a "diner feel" and was purposefully laid out to respond to the city's zoning regulations that only allow the restaurant to serve 12 people in its 950-square-foot space. Included in the eatery is a washbasin, made from rolled steel, designed to allow customers to clean their hands before and after they enjoy their meal.
Customers coming into the sneaker-inspired eatery can enjoy their meals on a pair of curved bars topped with laser-cut steel. The entirety of the space carries a "diner feel" and was purposefully laid out to respond to the city's zoning regulations that only allow the restaurant to serve 12 people in its 950-square-foot space. Included in the eatery is a washbasin, made from rolled steel, designed to allow customers to clean their hands before and after they enjoy their meal.
Trend Themes
1. Sneaker-inspired Design - Opportunity for architects and designers to create unique spaces inspired by the colors, textures, and shapes of popular sneaker brands.
2. Revamped Diner Experience - Potential for restaurants to adopt a diner-style ambiance, incorporating unique design elements and optimizing limited space to enhance the dining experience.
3. Mixed Material Aesthetic - Opportunity for incorporating salvaged wood, steel, and unique textured flooring to create visually captivating and innovative restaurant interiors.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture and Design - Architects and interior designers can leverage sneaker-inspired design to create innovative spaces for restaurants, cafes, and other hospitality venues.
2. Food and Beverage - Restaurants can adopt sneaker-inspired design elements to create a distinctive and memorable dining experience that attracts customers.
3. Furniture and Interior Furnishings - Manufacturers and suppliers can capitalize on the trend by offering furniture and decorative elements that reflect the sneaker-inspired aesthetic.
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