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Post-Modern Hot Pot Restaurants

This Nanjing Restaurant Features a Host of Suspended Decor

— October 13, 2015 — Art & Design
Serving up Sichuan cuisine in a historic setting, China Lane Hot Pot is a Nanjing restaurant has an impressive decor that features various architectural elements suspended from its ceiling. Designed by the Swimming Pool Studios, the new China Lane Hot Pot restaurant was recently opened in the Xingang Development District of Nanjing.

The two-storey restaurant is inspired by the famous China Lane, a cultural and historical landmark in Chengdu where the old flavor of Sichuan cuisine is still appreciated. In drawing on said inspiration, the Nanjing restaurant is filled with nostalgic references that is juxtaposed against the ultramodern reclaimed materials used to create the space. One unique design element is a large tree suspended next to one of the restaurant's long dining tables.
Trend Themes
1. Post-modern Restaurant Interiors - Designing post-modern interiors with historic contexts and modern elements can attract customers looking for a unique dining experience.
2. Suspended Architecture - Creating suspended architectural elements in restaurant designs can add a unique and visually appealing element to the space.
3. Reclaimed Materials in Restaurant Design - Using reclaimed materials can add a sustainable and environmentally conscious aspect to restaurant designs.
Industry Implications
1. Restaurant and Hospitality Industry - Industry professionals can integrate post-modern interior design elements like suspended architecture and reclaimed materials to draw customers with a unique and memorable dining experiences.
2. Architecture and Interior Design Industry - Architects and interior designers can integrate suspended architecture and reclaimed materials elements in restaurant designs to create unique and visually appealing spaces.
3. Sustainable Materials Industry - Sustainable materials companies can market their products for use in restaurant design to target environmentally conscious clientele who are looking for businesses that prioritize sustainability.
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