RESTAURANT INTERIORS: TOP TRENDS FOR 2025
RESTAURANT INTERIORS: TOP TRENDS FOR 2025
As soon as a person sets foot in a restaurant, a mood is set. From the color of the wall to the furniture and the dinnerware food is presented on, it all creates an aesthetic that drives your brand and builds an atmosphere that makes people want to come back.
What’s popular in décor is always changing, as evidenced from the shag carpet and avocado place settings of the 1970s. But how do you know where and when to invest in a new look and how to avoid jumping on the bandwagon of something that’s just a passing fancy?
Our experts at Boelter have years of experience helping operators choose furnishings and tabletop service that are on-trend and appealing to customers, while still being durable and avoiding passing fads. Stacey Getchius, Senior Living/Country Club Hospitality Specialist, and Monica McCabe, Business Development Manager, share their outlook for what to look for in style and function for restaurant interiors in 2025.
Earth tones and natural finishes. The sleek white and gray that has been popular the past few years is out, and in its place are warm, deep colors and an emphasis on décor that is more nature driven. Natural wood finishes are making a comeback, with both raw and polished woods adding warmth and texture to dining areas. Botanical prints and colors you would find in nature are popular in table settings as well as wall colors. Think dark green, rich browns and even navy blue and black to create an intimate ambiance.
Sustainable materials. From plates to the tabletop itself, the public’s focus on sustainability and wise climate practices are making an impression on the supply side of foodservice. Some of the newer options in dinnerware include products made from bamboo and recycled materials. Dining surfaces constructed from recycled wood or natural stone make a perfect complement to those sustainable plates.
Unique shapes and designs. One way to make a statement is to break away from traditional shapes of tables and dinnerware. Operators are foregoing traditional rectangular tables and choosing more round, oval and asymmetrical designs. This not only makes a bold statement, but helps bring visual interest to a space. The same is true in plates, where you’ll find ovals and rectangles in the mix with the traditional round shapes, as well as mix-and-match China patterns.
An embrace of technology. While smart kitchens are ramping up in the back of the house, the front isn’t being left behind. Look for 2025 to bring a wider embrace of tables with built-in technology for digital menus and contactless payments. These systems can play a role in alleviating some of the stress of labor shortages, allowing customers to order and pay without sacrificing service standards.
Warm minimalism and futuristic décor. Overall themes for restaurant interiors in 2025 seem to lead one of two ways. A futuristic look with bright colors and modern shapes is trending, especially with operations looking to appeal to a niche customer. On the other end, the warm minimalism blends functional furniture in the above-mentioned natural and earth tones with organic, rounded tables and curved chairs for a comfortable experience.
Whether you’re working on a new operation or looking to update the space you’re in, this glimpse into trends for 2025 provides a glimpse of where things are going in restaurant décor. Everything leads to creating comfortable, inviting spaces that meet customers where they’re at with their values and expectations.
Let Boelter’s team of experts help you integrate these new trends into your operation. Contact us today to find out more about how we can partner with you to update your design and differentiate your operation.