Located in Chicago, the Proxi restaurant occupies a building with a history and boasts beautiful mid-century-style furniture, including sizable bowl-like lamps, modern chairs, burnt orange leather booths and glossy tiled pillars. Previously, the space was used by Werner Printing Company.
Designer Meyer Davis uses similar coloring and stylistic elements with distinct hits of mid-century-style furniture throughout. However, the Proxi restaurant can be divided into distinct areas that share repetitious design decisions. Each of these spaces is "decorated differently with custom-made" pieces and the their elements communicate in a specific complimentary way. For instance, in a space that is adjacent to the window, the walls are treated with "white-washed oak paneling and sage green painted decorative moldings." As a result, the decidedly navy and burnt orange furnishings are able to create an artistic and noticeable pop.
Photo Credits: Dave Burk
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Repurposed Printing Houses
- Repurposing printing houses for new purposes such as restaurants creates unique and memorable experiences for customers.
- Mid-century-style Furniture
- The use of mid-century-style furniture in commercial spaces adds a retro and stylish aesthetic that appeals to customers.
- Customized Design Elements
- The incorporation of custom-made design elements in restaurant spaces allows for a personalized and cohesive atmosphere.
Sectors Adopting This
- Hospitality
- The hospitality industry can explore repurposing printing houses to create innovative and distinctive dining experiences.
- Furniture
- The furniture industry can capitalize on the popularity of mid-century-style furniture by creating unique designs for commercial spaces.
- Interior Design
- Interior designers can offer customized design solutions to restaurants looking to create a cohesive and visually appealing atmosphere.
