# Casual Mediterranean Interiors This Italian Restaurant Interior in Kent is Bright and Polished By Rebecca Byers | Published 2015-04-24 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/italian-restaurant-interior References: [retaildesignblog.net](http://retaildesignblog.net/2015/04/24/ask-italian-restaurant-by-turnerbates-design-architecture-maidstone-uk/) & [turnerbates](http://www.turnerbates.com/) This modern Italian restaurant interior does a great job of finding a balance between [casual dining experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/renzo-sandwich) and references to its Mediterranean inspirations. A project of turnerbates Design & Architecture, this new location for the ASK Italian brand is part-diner, part-bistro. The stunning dining space is characterized by the minimalist interpretation of old world charm and exudes the feeling of an [authentic Italian bistro](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cicchetti-piccadilly) without abandoning its branded roots. The restaurant is filled with [brightly colored, unique touches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/italian-embassy-london) like a glass screen featuring a cut-out map of Italy and a wooden and tiled bar that packs a punch where personality is concerned. This modern Italian restaurant interior is refreshing in that its free of the burden of kitschy, faux Italian art. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Modern Mediterranean Interiors:** Incorporating minimalist interpretations of traditional Mediterranean design in commercial and residential spaces. - **Brand-inspired Restaurant Design:** Creating immersive dining experiences with subtle nods to a brand's cultural roots. - **Authenticity Over Kitsch:** Designing spaces that accurately capture the essence of a culture or cuisine without relying on cliches and stereotypes. ### Where This Applies - **Hospitality:** Using modern Mediterranean interiors to create memorable dining experiences in restaurants and hotels. - **Commercial Design:** Incorporating brand-inspired design elements that seamlessly blend with a company's marketing and messaging. - **Retail:** Creating immersive shopping experiences that accurately capture the cultural roots of a brand or product. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Milanese-Themed Restaurant Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/san-carlo-liverpool.md) - [Salon-Like Dining Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-gattopardo.md) - [Playful Restaurant Elevations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toms-pasta.md) - [Sea-inspired Bar Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/civico-29.md) - [Mediterranean Casual Dining Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mediterranean-casual-dining.md) - [Grotto-Like Punctuated Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cibaria.md) - [Old School Glamorous Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carlotta.md) - [Blue-Toned Restaurant Lounges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/agli-amici-1887.md) - [Modest Minimal Toronto Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/occhiolino.md)