# Lebanese Food-Inspired Bakery Designs MA Studio Draws a Culinary Influence for Common Breads By Amy Duong | Published 2024-09-17 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/common-breads References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2024/09/15/common-breads-bakery-london-ma-studio/) & [commonbreads](https://www.commonbreads.com/)  A traditional Lebanese bread serves its purpose of also being the main inspiration behind the design elements at Common Breads, a [cafe on Buckingham Palace Road](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cafe-franois). Local design firm MA Studio has highlighted the staple of kaak and in Beirut, the bread is made from simple ingredients and then [finished with sesame seeds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-brea-bakery-soft-pretzel). It is molded into the shape of a purse with a hole at the top to hang on display. MA Studio explains the process of the design and the thought behind it: "This thoughtful integration of traditional elements creates an immersive cultural experience, inviting customers to step into a space where the essence of [Lebanese hospitality and culinary tradition](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laylak-toronto) come alive, offering a true taste of Beirut in the heart of London." Image Credit: Felix Speller ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 28% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Ethnic-influenced Cafe Designs:** Drawing inspiration from traditional Lebanese bread, cafes can offer patrons immersive cultural experiences through thoughtful interior design. - **Integration of Culinary Heritage in Design:** Incorporating traditional culinary elements into modern retail spaces fuses cultural history with contemporary aesthetics, enhancing customer engagement. - **Cultural Storytelling in Retail Spaces:** By embedding stories of cultural and culinary traditions into physical design, businesses create unique, narrative-driven environments that resonate deeply with visitors. ### Where This Applies - **Hospitality:** Incorporating traditional elements into modern designs, like Lebanese bread in cafes, enriches cultural authenticity and customer experience. - **Interior Design:** The use of traditional culinary influences in interior design highlights the potential for cross-disciplinary innovation and cultural storytelling in commercial spaces. - **Bakery and Cafe:** Combining classic culinary traditions with contemporary settings creates distinctive, culturally rich atmospheres that attract diverse customer bases. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Contemporary Bakery Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bakery-in-panama-city.md) - [Sustainable Dine-In Panama Bakeries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krume-bcker.md) - [Bakery Interior Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baker-bleu.md) - [Bread Service Counters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bread-club.md) - [Exquisite Bakery Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pastis-de-belm.md) - [Baking-Inspired Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bread-butter.md) - [Iranian Iraqi Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logma-cafe.md) - [Cozy Naturalistic Panama Bakeries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mallol-arquitectos.md) - [German Ambiance Bakery Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acid-bakery.md)