This Melbourne restaurant features a gorgeous interior design marked by a dizzying wooden grid-inspired sculpture that matches the tightly tiled white walls. Called Tetsujin, the establishment is a sushi train and Japanese BBQ restaurant that has a lively mix of simple and busy design elements that bring the space to life.
Designed in a collaboration between Principle Design and Architects EAT, Tetsujin has a strong visual language championed by comic book-inspired graphics that depict images of machinery, such as vending machines, robots, cameras and trains. Additionally, the graphics seem to work to deconstruct the mechanical designs, while the brightly lit front of the restaurant provides a clean contrast to this. If you are in the area, this Melbourne restaurant is a must-see.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Graphic Design Restaurants
- Creating restaurants that feature visually dynamic and innovative designs, leveraging graphics and other mixed mediums for a more immersive customer experience.
- Japanese BBQ
- Combining traditional and trendy elements of Japanese culture with the American BBQ experience.
- Comic Book-inspired Design
- Utilizing the unique and vibrant design elements from comic books and graphic novels in restaurant design for a more modern and visually interesting atmosphere.
Where This Applies
- Restaurant Industry
- Opportunities for graphic designers, architects, and interior designers to help create visually engaging and dynamic spaces for restaurants and cafes.
- Hospitality Industry
- Incorporating unique and interesting design elements to help create a more immersive and memorable experience for guests at hotels, casinos, and other hospitality establishments.
- Food and Beverage Industry
- Partnering with designers and architects to create visually stunning restaurant spaces that provide a memorable backdrop for diners to savor their culinary experience.
