# Caged Communal Cafes The Scarpetta Dining Pavilion Is Chic And Elegant By Shiori Mine | Published 2012-07-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scarpetta-dining-pavilion References: [contemporist](http://www.contemporist.com/2012/07/21/scarpetta-dining-pavilion-by-gh3-and-ii-by-iv-design/) & [iibyiv](http://www.iibyiv.com/) The Scarpetta Dining Pavilion in Toronto, Canada brings diners to the outdoors without sacrificing luxury and style. Designed by [II BY IV Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/residential-interior-design) and gh3, the lattice box dining hall is situated at the Thompson Hotel and overlooks the lush, green-enriched park. The [geometric steel pergola](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baker-creek-pavilion) created by gh3, encircles the picturesque dining space designed by II BY IV Design. For those who aren't fond of communal dining, this stretched-out counter features staggered heights to create the illusion of separate seating. Elegant copper accessories and clean-cut white linens provide the ideal backdrop for those who like to dine adventurously. With its see-through yet caged profile, the Scarpetta Dining Pavilion is ideal for people-watching -- whether its from within or outside. Serving up delectable [fine Italian cuisine](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cicchetti-piccadilly), the Scarpetta Dining Pavilion offers a ritzy and offbeat experience. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Luxury Outdoor Dining:** Luxury dining experiences are being taken outdoors to create a unique and enjoyable experience. - **Communal Yet Private Spaces:** Communal dining spaces are being designed to create the illusion of private spaces. - **Architectural Design for Dining:** Innovative architectural designs are being implemented in dining spaces to create an aesthetically pleasing and unique ambiance. ### Where This Applies - **Hospitality Industry:** Restaurants, hotels, and other businesses in the hospitality industry can create a new and unique dining experience by bringing luxury dining outdoors. - **Architecture Industry:** Architects and designers can implement innovative designs to create unique dining spaces. - **Food and Beverage Industry:** Restaurants and other businesses in the food and beverage industry can create a more interesting and unique dining experience by implementing innovative designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Opulent Dining Venues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sammarco.md) - [Italian Rooftop Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/public-gardens.md) - [Architecturally Romantic Restaurant Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urbanjobs.md) - [Park Cafe Pavilion Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camaraderie.md) - [Cinematically Designed Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daphne-restaurant.md) - [Canopy Restaurant Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/millo-restaurant.md) - [Grotto-Like Punctuated Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cibaria.md) - [Luxury Rooftop Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/w-torontos-skylight.md) - [Summer-Ready Luxe Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxe-restaurant.md)