# Sustainable Dine-In Panama Bakeries Mallol Arquitectos Designs the Krume Bäcker Space By Amy Duong | Published 2025-03-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krume-bcker References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2025/03/23/krume-backer-bakery-panama-mallol-arquitectos/) & [mallolarquitectos](https://mallolarquitectos.com/)  Local design firm [Mallol Arquitectos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mallol-arquitectos) has created the new dine-in bakery space for Krume Bäcker in Panama where ears of wheat define the tables. Other defining design features include its clay plaster wrap to create a neutrally rooted space tonally and texturally. The counter was built from [compacted earth](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quisimangia) by blending local materials and traditional techniques for the pastry and coffee machines to rest on top of. The wooden furniture is custom-designed using native hardwoods that have been salvaged. The studio explains the process, noting "The timber, extracted in collaboration with the [Guna Madugandí](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bakery-in-panama-city) community, undergoes a precise retrieval method using hydraulic saws with biodegradable oils and is kiln-dried over 2.5 months. This process maximises material use, reduces waste, and produces furniture with enhanced durability compared to porous alternatives." Image Credit: Mauricio Carvajal ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 37% - 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Earth-friendly Restaurant Interiors:** Integration of sustainable design elements, like compacted earth counters, showcases a growing demand for eco-conscious dining environments. - **Locally-sourced Furnishings:** Using native salvaged hardwoods highlights an increasing trend of sourcing local materials to support community economies and reduce environmental impact. - **Collaborative Material Sourcing:** Innovative partnerships with indigenous communities for timber retrieval offer new avenues for culturally respectful and sustainable resource management. ### Who This Affects Most - **Sustainable Construction:** Eco-friendly building materials and techniques are reshaping how spaces are designed, offering a path forward in environmental stewardship. - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Adoption of kiln-dried, salvage-based production methods presents a transformative approach to creating durable and ecologically responsible furniture. - **Hospitality Design:** Prioritization of sustainable and locally-inspired interior designs is redefining the hospitality sector's approach to customer experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Contemporary Bakery Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bakery-in-panama-city.md) - [Cozy Naturalistic Panama Bakeries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mallol-arquitectos.md) - [Bakery Interior Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baker-bleu.md) - [Light-Filled Gluten-Free Bakeries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fuba-bakery.md) - [Exquisite Bakery Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pastis-de-belm.md) - [German Ambiance Bakery Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acid-bakery.md) - [Lebanese Food-Inspired Bakery Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/common-breads.md) - [Seasonal Patisserie Interior](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/season-patisserie.md) - [Japan-Inspired Hybrid Bakeries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milan-bakery.md)