# Whiskey Barrel-Decorated Bars RooMoo Designs the New Laizhou Bar in the Xuhui District By Amy Duong | Published 2023-11-22 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laizhou-bar References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2023/11/22/lai-zhou-bar-shanghai-interiors-wood-roomoo/) & [roomoo.cn](https://www.roomoo.cn/)  Chinese interior design studio RooMoo creates the look of the new Laizhou Bar located in the city's bustling Xuhui District. The space once functioned as an offshoot of Laizhou Distillery, which is a [Chinese whiskey producer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whisky-designs) based out of the province of Sichuan. The design uses close to 6,000 pieces of oak that are collected from [discarded distillery barrels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artistry-in-oak) to decorate the [bar in Shanghai](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bar-drinks-shanghai). Speaking about the design and approach, the studio explains that "The bar imports the materials used in the distillery's production process, creating a symbiosis between the two spaces. Each dismantled barrel piece was different in terms of width, length and grain, so we classified them and applied them to different positions." Image Credit: RooMoo ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 18% | 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Whiskey Barrel-decorated Bars:** Incorporating whiskey barrel decor into bars creates a unique and visually appealing design aesthetic. - **Using Discarded Distillery Barrels:** Utilizing discarded distillery barrels as decorative elements in interior design adds a sustainable and eco-friendly touch. - **Material Symbiosis in Design:** Creating a symbiotic relationship between the materials used in production and the design of a space results in a cohesive and harmonious aesthetic. ### Who This Affects Most - **Interior Design:** Incorporating whiskey barrel decor into interior design projects can attract customers seeking unique and visually striking spaces. - **Sustainable Design:** Utilizing discarded distillery barrels as decorative elements promotes sustainability and appeals to environmentally conscious consumers. - **Bar and Restaurant:** Creating a symbiotic relationship between the materials used in production and the design of a bar or restaurant enhances the overall aesthetic and customer experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Moody Cocktail Bar Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atelier-sun.md) - [Sculptural Bar Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bar-far.md) - [Recycled Bar Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bar-installation.md) - [Next-Gen Whiskey Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bulleit-limitless-lounge.md) - [Ultra-Luxurious Bar Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cravan-cocktail-bar.md) - [Artful Listening Wine Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goodbye-horses-1.md) - [Tavern-Style Glassware Showrooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bobo.md) - [Cozy Neighborhood Bar Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jacs-on-bond.md) - [Concealed Modern Barrel Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nine-architects.md)