# Vivid Tropical Eateries The Madero Café Fuses Lush Greenery with Neon-Colored Beach Decor By Jana Pijak | Published 2017-05-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/madero-cafe References: [fubiz.net](http://www.fubiz.net/2017/05/03/tropical-colorful-madero-cafe-by-taller-ken/) & [tallerken.info](http://www.tallerken.info/projectsaul-bistro-majadas-1) The Madero Café by design firm [Taller KEN](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-miradora) fuses together beach-inspired and rustic elements. The neon-hued cafe is located in Guatemala and embodies a [tropical design aesthetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jrk) that is brought to life by architects Ines Guzman and Gregory Melitonov. In addition to a rainbow-hued tile pattern that adorns the cafe's floor, its other focal point is its playful facade, along with interior seating and tables that are also bright and whimsical. Marrying tropical design accents with rustic furniture, [hanging greenery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/millo-restaurant), and an open space, this restaurant is roomy while offering a sense of coziness that most larger eateries can lack. The restaurant's cozy atmosphere is even more prevalent at night when its interior decor is illuminated by moonlight that shines in from above, and through its glass roof. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Tropical Restaurant Design:** The fusion of bright neon and rustic elements in restaurants creates a unique ambiance and experience for customers that traditional restaurants lack. - **Greenery Accents:** Restaurants incorporating greenery into their designs offer customers a touch of nature and relaxation in indoor settings. - **Whimsical Cafe Decor:** Cafes showcasing playful and colorful decor provide an opportunity for customers to experience fun and creativity during their dining experience. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Hospitality Industry:** Restaurants can incorporate tropical and whimsical design elements to attract customers and stand out from competitors. - **Interior Design Industry:** There is an opportunity for interior designers to incorporate greenery and unique accents into restaurant designs to enhance the customer experience. - **Architecture Industry:** Architects can design cafes with creative and playful facades and utilize natural lighting to enhance the atmosphere and experience for customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tropical Brutalist Dining](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uchiko-miami-beach.md) - [Garden Shed-Inspired Mexican Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plumbago-restaurant.md) - [Coastal Chilean Eateries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mareida.md) - [Colombian Home-Transformed Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/martn-mendoza.md) - [Transitional Dining Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/restaurant-and-lounge.md) - [Colorfully Interior Designed Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lackawanna-caf.md) - [Golden-Hour Café Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caf-goldie.md) - [Coastal Tradition-Inspired Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anfibio-restaurant.md) - [Fast-Casual Industrial Style Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rale-milanga.md)