This Restaurant Adapts Transylvanian Cuisine for the Modern Diner
Rebecca Byers — February 18, 2016 — Lifestyle
References: retaildesignblog.net
This Romanian restaurant takes inspiration from traditional Transylvanian cuisine and presents it in a hip environment to meet the desires of the modern consumer. Located in Cluj-Napoca, the vibrant folk art-inspired eatery uses a mix of materials including baked clay, metal and wood to create a space that feels rustic yet contemporary.
The space is characterized by the wide number of decorative accents such as furniture pieces picked up at flea markets that infuse the space with homespun familiarity that guests will appreciate. The experience may feel like guests are dining in a sprawling summertime estate enjoying home cooking and soaking up the sun. The space benefits from floor-to-ceiling windows that illuminate the entire restaurant with a rich supply of natural light.
The space is characterized by the wide number of decorative accents such as furniture pieces picked up at flea markets that infuse the space with homespun familiarity that guests will appreciate. The experience may feel like guests are dining in a sprawling summertime estate enjoying home cooking and soaking up the sun. The space benefits from floor-to-ceiling windows that illuminate the entire restaurant with a rich supply of natural light.
Trend Themes
1. Folk Art-inspired Eateries - Opportunity for restaurants to adapt traditional cuisine and create hip environments for modern consumers.
2. Mix of Materials - Innovative use of baked clay, metal, and wood to create a rustic yet contemporary atmosphere.
3. Decorative Accents - Trend for incorporating unique furniture pieces and flea market finds to infuse a sense of homespun familiarity.
Industry Implications
1. Hospitality - Restaurants can embrace folk art-inspired themes and offer unique dining experiences.
2. Interior Design - Opportunity for designers to experiment with material combinations and create visually appealing spaces.
3. Secondhand Market - Increased demand for flea market finds and unique furniture pieces for incorporation in decor.
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