# Monochromatic Sichuan Eateries This Shanghai Restaurant Serves Up Sichuan Dishes in a Modern Space By Rebecca Byers | Published 2016-01-22 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sichuan-dishes References: [retaildesignblog.net](http://retaildesignblog.net/2016/01/22/douyue-restaurant-by-the-swimming-pool-studio-shanghai-china/) Douyue is a Shanghai restaurant serving up Sichuan dishes in a stylish contemporary setting. The elegant space was designed by the Swimming Pool Studio and boasts a grey and white color tone that puts the emphasis on the dizzying patterns and [geometric fixtures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/le-red-tiger) that decorate the establishment. The restaurant is characterized by its glowing facade, which offers peeks inside the space through circular windows. The space features a mix of cement brick, wood, plain cement and tiles, which add the texture overload in the space that makes up for the lack of color. This Shanghai restaurant is a must-try if you are looking to indulge in Sichuan dishes in an ultramodern, stylish setting elevated with industrial features that help it feel contemporary. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Monochromatic Restaurants:** There is an opportunity to create monochromatic restaurants with industrial features that feel contemporary. - **Sichuan Cuisine:** There is an opportunity to elevate traditional Sichuan cuisine by presenting it in a stylish and modern setting. - **Texture Overload:** There is an opportunity to create visually stunning dining experiences by using a variety of textures to compensate for the lack of color. ### Where This Applies - **Restaurant:** The restaurant industry can incorporate monochromatic color schemes and industrial features for a more modern and contemporary feel. - **Interior Design:** There is an opportunity for interior designers to create visually stimulating dining experiences using a variety of textures to compensate for the lack of color. - **Food Service:** The food service industry can elevate traditional dishes by presenting them in a stylish and modern setting to attract younger generations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Blue-Tinged Restaurant Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taste-of-dadong.md) - [Paired-Back Chinese Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pairedback-chinese-restaurant.md) - [Brutalist-Inspired Serene Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sushibox.md) - [Blue-Toned Restaurant Lounges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/agli-amici-1887.md) - [Diffused Light Chinese Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nin-hao-restaurant.md) - [Retro-Futurist Restaurant Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retrofuturist-restaurant.md) - [Minimal Interior Sushi Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sushibox-restaurant.md) - [Irregularly Shaped Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/le-red-tiger.md) - [Thoughtfully Designed Compact Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loong-noodles.md)