# Minimally Designed Revamped Restaurants Akran Fahmi Redesigns the Etch Restaurant in Hove By Amy Duong | Published 2023-10-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/etch-restaurant References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2023/10/18/akram-fahmi-etch-restaurant-hove-monochrome-revamp/)  Interior designer Akran Fahmi updates the Etch restaurant located in Hove, East Sussex with a [black and white interior palette](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sushibox) which is purposefully done to reflect the [minimal menu](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sushibox-restaurant). The location was originally a bank and has been [renovated and reopened as a restaurant](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motorino). Fahmi tells Dezeen, "We identified, and tried to achieve, three key principles in the design; refinement, texture, and locality. The balance in texture and tone is key to the guests' journey through every space in the restaurant and bar." The renovation kicked off by blending two ground-floor units together to create a united singular space that welcomes natural lighting from the five arched windows. The studio kept three original Victorian arched windows along the corner and added two modernized ones. Image Credit: Etch ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 19% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Minimalistic Restaurant Design:** The black and white interior palette reflects the minimal menu, creating a refined and minimalist atmosphere. - **Refined Texture Integration:** The balance in texture and tone creates a sensory experience for guests and enhances the overall design aesthetics. - **Preserving Architectural Heritage:** The renovation project successfully blends modern design elements while retaining and showcasing original Victorian arched windows, preserving the historical and architectural value. ### Where This Applies - **Restaurant Interior Design:** The trend towards minimalistic restaurant design offers opportunities for interior designers to create sleek and refined spaces that align with the restaurant concept. - **Architectural Renovation:** The project highlights the demand for architectural renovation services that balance modern aesthetics with the preservation of historical elements. - **Fine Dining Experience:** Restaurants focusing on refined and minimalistic menus can capitalize on this trend by incorporating minimalist interior design concepts to enhance the overall dining experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Japanese Minimalist-Inspired Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fifteen-east.md) - [Milanese-Themed Restaurant Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/san-carlo-liverpool.md) - [Bank-Transformed Italian Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lina-stores-1.md) - [Contemporary Mediterranean Restaurant Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-mediterranean-restaurant.md) - [Paired-Back Chinese Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pairedback-chinese-restaurant.md) - [Reclaimed Interior Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onyx-aether.md) - [Warm African-Inspired Dining Rooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sketch-restaurant1.md) - [Elegant Restaurant Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elegant-restaurant-interior1.md) - [Ominous Interior Sushi Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origami-restaurant.md)