Authentic & Natural

The Roastery coffee shop follows a contemporary design with an artistic stimulation designed by AA Studio Consulting with furniture customized by Cane Boutique


Location: Bangalore
Area: 1300 sqft
Design: AA Studio Consulting, Singapore
Interiors: Cane Boutique


Architect Seung Hun Ham AA Studio Consulting

When designing a restaurant there are a few key points to be kept in mind:

• Create an interior concept that matches the food: If you can tell at a glance what food the restaurant is selling then you can say the interior design is good. A Chinese restaurant is characterized by its red color, and it stands out from a distance. Natural wood, bamboo, etc. symbolize a Japanese house. The front design of the restaurant is the first impression that customers get. Carefully select an interior designer and contractor as interior design of a restaurant can be done properly only with professional expertise.
• Optimum economy of investment: You do not have to spend a lot of money on appearance. If the cost of interior construction is classified as high, middle, and low, do not exceed the middle level. It is much better to save money on the interior and invest in a variety of kitchen appliances and good dishes.
• Identify the walking line and space division: The disadvantage of the interior that thinks first about design is that it does not work with a good line of work and space, which is easy to work with. Problems occur when employees and customers move inconveniently. The restaurant design must simulate the movement of employees and customers and identify the main lines and divide the space. This is the first and the most important thing.

• Check the floor plan: Once you have identified the circulation of the restaurant and determined the space division, you should first check the floor plan. Modifications must be repeated until you reach final design stage. There is an advantage to reduce the trial and error by starting construction after completing the customized design drawing, such as plan, elevation, section, facility drawing and 3d views etc.
• Pay attention to the invisible area construction such as the utility facility: Ventilation (supply and exhaust) facilities, water and sewage, waterproofing, gas piping, electricity and communication wiring, air conditioning and fire safety facilities play an important role as arteries supplying blood to our bodies. It is common to not know the importance only because it is not visible.

Khushi Todi, Founder & Designer, Cane Boutique

There are many factors that influence the right restaurant atmosphere, lighting being one of the main elements. The right intensity of light can bring out the best in both the interiors of the space as well as the food. Lamps in different materials and shapes not only add to the design value of the restaurant but also create the right ambience. It is very important for the designer to study the flow of the restaurant and place the lights accordingly. Passages and service areas need to be well lit, while dining spaces can have a combination of task and mood lighting. I always recommend use of dimmers for controlling light depending on the flow of natural light in the space.

Exterior lighting for a restaurant needs to complement the theme which has been followed in the décor of the space, for example, bronze finish light fixtures look great with earth tones and have become a trend. Exterior lighting fixtures not only add charm, elegance and character to the external design but also make it more functional and welcoming. Exterior fixtures such as frosted or colored glass are easy to maintain and also prevent glare which often obstructs the mood of an exterior setting.