# Cross-Cultural Dim Sum Restaurant Linehouse's Hong Kong Dim Sum Restaurant is Design-Forward By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-11-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hong-kong-dim-sum-restaurant References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2018/11/18/linehouse-studio-dim-sum-john-anthony-restaurant-design-hong-kong/) & [linehousedesign](http://linehousedesign.com/) This Hong Kong dim sum restaurant is a must visit, partly because of its authentic menu, and partly because of its [strikingly eclectic decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deux-gares-express-caf). With an emphasis on cultural diversity, the eatery entertains a strongly sculptural interior that is further romanticized by the arched motifs and the [dim lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nin-hao-restaurant). The restaurant has been given the name 'John Anthony' — in 1805, he became the first Chinese-born individual to be considered as a British citizen. Due to its historically relevant theme, Linehouse chose to embrace the best of both worlds for the Hong Kong dim sum restaurant by fostering a chic, [design-forward fusion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omakase-restaurant) between the architectural motifs of the east and the west. Ultimately, the space makes for a worthwhile experience of two distinct cultural preferences. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 95% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Authentic Cultural Restaurants:** There is a growing trend for restaurants that embrace and celebrate diverse cultural experiences through their menu and interior design. - **Design-forward Fusion:** The integration of diverse architectural motifs from different cultures in restaurant design is becoming popular, offering a unique and visually striking dining experience. - **Historically Relevant Themes:** Restaurants that draw inspiration from historical figures or events are gaining popularity, providing a sense of storytelling and adding depth to the overall dining experience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Hospitality:** The hospitality industry can capitalize on the trend of authentic cultural restaurants by creating diverse dining experiences that cater to different cultural preferences. - **Interior Design:** The interior design industry can explore the opportunities of creating design-forward fusion spaces that blend architectural motifs from different cultures, providing unique and visually engaging environments. - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can tap into historically relevant themes by incorporating storytelling elements, such as inspired menu items or thematic decorations, to create a memorable dining experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Thoughtfully Designed Compact Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loong-noodles.md) - [Dim Sum-Inspired Dining Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dim-sum-sip.md) - [Modern Sichuan Restaurant Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sichuan-impression.md) - [Blue-Tinged Restaurant Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taste-of-dadong.md) - [Dim Sum-Inspired Dining Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/akin-1.md) - [Warm Persian-Inspired Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dishroom.md) - [Dynamic Layered Interior Cafés](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caf-tondo.md) - [Retro-Futurist Restaurant Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retrofuturist-restaurant.md) - [Eclectic Bistro Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deux-gares-express-caf.md)