# Car Design Meets Gastronomy MINI Lounge By irenesco | Published 2007-12-31 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-lounge References: [mini](http://www.mini.com/com/en/mini_lounge/index.jsp?content=gallery_madrid/thumbnail_view.jsp) The [MINI Lounge](http://www.mini.com/com/en/mini_lounge/index.jsp?content=gallery_madrid/thumbnail_view.jsp) is one more extension among the already extensive off-road activities realized by the BMW-owned cult car brand. MINI car design and colors are a major source of inspiration for the design of this gastronomic hotspot located in Madrid, which is an up-front combination of [bar, lounge and restaurant in one](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/backseat-bites). Hence, even if cars are not visible, the chic and cosmopolitan lifestyle which characterizes MINI drivers is appealed in abundance. The Lounge features also som design highlights bt Bisazza, the Italian glass-mosaic expert and cooperation partner of MINI. All this make the Spanish capital a must-destination for MINI fans. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 18% | 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) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Car-inspired Gastronomy:** Opportunities to create unique gastronomic experiences influenced by the design and colors of popular car brands. - **Brand Experience Offshoots:** Expansion of brand experiences into unexpected areas, such as gastronomy, to attract and retain loyal customers. - **Design-driven Hospitality:** Creation of premium hospitality experiences influenced by design partnerships with respected experts and brands. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive Industry:** Opportunities to extend brand experiences into gastronomy to further establish their brand identity and lifestyle. - **Hospitality Industry:** Opportunities to create unique experiences for guests, through partnerships with well-known design and lifestyle brands. - **Design Industry:** Opportunities to create collaborations and associations with other industries, such as automotive and hospitality, to extend their brand influence and reach new customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Designer Edition Hatchbacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-paul-smith-edition.md) - [Spaceship-Like Mini Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-concept-aceman.md) - [Blue-Toned Restaurant Lounges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/agli-amici-1887.md) - [Ultra-Slick Auto Retail Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/latelier-alpine.md) - [Reforged Automaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charismatic-simplicity.md) - [Special Edition Seaside Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-convertible-seaside-edition.md) - [Automotive-Inspired Sculptural Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lounge-collection-1.md) - [Surf and Track Hatchbacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-and-deus-ex-machin.md) - [Vintage Luxury Dining](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limousine-restaurant.md)