# Culinary Facelifts Daniel Reopens After Makeover By Going Like Sixty | Published 2008-09-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daniels-luxurious-makeover-is-complete References: [nymag](http://nymag.com/daily/food/2008/09/daniel.html#) & [danielnyc](http://www.danielnyc.com/) It's a restaurant like you see in the movies: Daniel, the eponymous [New York City restaurant](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chateau-royale) of Daniel Boulud, has been classically restyled in a most impressive makeover after closing for six weeks. Glass light boxes, wrought-iron wall sconces that look like tree branches and matching screens between the lobby and the bar, porcelain tiles and a [back-lit bar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/after-dark-experience) can be the scene set for high drama, romance, or comedy. As you might expect from a [top-tier restaurant](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nami-restaurant), highbrow art from Spanish artist Manolo Valdes graces the walls. One can only dream. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Restaurant Makeovers:** Opportunity for restaurants to revamp their aesthetics and create a more captivating dining experience. - **Art-inspired Restaurant Decor:** Incorporating highbrow art into restaurant design to enhance ambiance and attract art enthusiasts. - **High-end Culinary Experiences:** Demand for top-tier restaurants that offer a combination of exquisite cuisine and stylish interiors. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Hospitality:** Hotels and resorts can leverage restaurant makeovers to enhance their overall guest experience and attract discerning clientele. - **Fine Art:** Art galleries and museums can collaborate with restaurants by showcasing art installations and creating unique dining environments. - **Interior Design:** The interior design industry can explore opportunities to cater to the growing demand for art-inspired restaurant makeovers and renovations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Artistic Dining Destinations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daniels-room.md) - [Elegantly Immersive Dining Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baccarat-hotel-new-york.md) - [Cinematically Designed Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daphne-restaurant.md) - [Elegant Steakhouse Interior](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-tte-dor-restaurant.md) - [Luxury Retail Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monsieur-dior.md) - [Mediterranean-Inspired Restaurant Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zaytinya-nyc.md) - [Dynamic Restaurant Wall Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/donna.md) - [New York Diner Redesigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capital-city-diner.md) - [Late-Night Cocktail Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/after-dark-experience.md)