Mexico based-Esrawe Studio created the new El Califa restaurant in Mexico City. The restaurant was designed with circular white wall tiles that cover every space from the bar back to the kitchen, inspired by the way a tortilla can be geometrically folded.
The entire design inspiration was pulled from a classic street taco, with added bright colors and geometric architectural features. The open kitchen links the seating area to the entire restaurant for an authentic dining experience, giving patrons the ability to see each step of the food-making process.
The design team aimed to create a space that matched the high-quality menu, with bright, refreshing colors on the walls. The large glass walls at the El Califa restaurant gives patrons the chance to look out onto the bustling street, while also allowing passers-by to look in.
What's Driving This Trend
- Circular Wall Tiles
- Opportunity for manufacturers to develop innovative circular wall tiles inspired by the geometry of a taco.
- Geometric Architectural Features
- Architects can explore incorporating geometric elements inspired by food into their designs, creating visually striking spaces.
- Open Kitchen Dining Experience
- Restaurants can adopt open kitchen layouts that provide an authentic dining experience, allowing customers to witness the food-making process.
Who This Affects Most
- Interior Design
- Interior designers can incorporate taco-inspired design elements into their projects, creating unique and visually appealing spaces.
- Restaurant and Hospitality
- Restaurant owners can explore the use of open kitchen layouts and taco-inspired design concepts to enhance the dining experience for customers.
- Manufacturing
- Manufacturers can develop circular wall tiles and other geometric architectural features inspired by food, catering to the demand for innovative interior design materials.
