# Canopied Ceiling Cafes The Play Pot Restaurant is Inspired by Street Venders By Shiori Mine | Published 2012-09-01 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/play-pot-restaurant References: [frameweb](http://www.frameweb.com/news/play-pot-restaurant-by-lim-tae-hee-design-studio) & [limtaeheestudio](http://www.limtaeheestudio.com/) Designed by the Lim Tae Hee Design Studio, the [Play Pot Restaurant](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comme-des-garons-kyoto) draws inspiration from the colorful tents where street venders dish out their goods. Bringing the streets indoors, the striped canopies have been flipped upside-down and strung along the ceiling of this contemporary eatery. The Play Pot Restaurant is a boonsik shop -- a place that sells inexpensive [Korean snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/korean-fastcasual-concept) -- and the decor reflects the food's comforting personality. Concrete floors and plywood counters add a homey vibe to this inviting, fast food-like concept. The striped yellow tarp adds a warm glow throughout the space, creating a cozy atmosphere to enjoy delicious Korean dishes. The Play Pot Restaurant is certainly more upscale than your typical boonsik shops, with a decor that goes beyond plastic chairs and hanging lights. Full of whimsical details and eye-catching aesthetics, this [contemporary snack cafe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caf-tondo) is brimming in urban charm. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: 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 - **Canopied Ceiling:** The use of canopied ceilings in restaurants can create a unique and visually appealing dining experience. - **Street-inspired Decor:** Incorporating street-vendor aesthetics into restaurant design can create a trendy and nostalgic atmosphere. - **Upscale Fast Food:** Elevating the fast food concept with upscale decor and design can attract a broader range of customers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Restaurant:** Restaurants can explore using canopied ceilings and street-inspired decor to offer a distinctive dining experience. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can leverage street-vendor aesthetics to create unique and appealing restaurant spaces. - **Fast Food:** Fast food chains can consider incorporating upscale elements to elevate the dining experience and attract a wider customer base. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Playful Restaurant Elevations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toms-pasta.md) - [Tent‑Filled Daycare Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deya-day-care.md) - [Garden Shed-Inspired Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plumbago.md) - [Vibrant Food Corner Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/branding-corner-design.md) - [Playful Restaurant Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/restaurant-of-imagination.md) - [Nature-Inspired Indoor Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sarit-shani-hay.md) - [Integrative Garden Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheongsudang-bakery.md) - [Curved Wall Restaurant Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tin-tin.md) - [Garden Shed-Inspired Mexican Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plumbago-restaurant.md)