# Elegant Refurbished Restaurants The Palace Restaurant in Helsinki Underwent a Large Renovation By Madison Mackay | Published 2018-03-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-palace-restaurant References: [wallpaper](https://www.wallpaper.com/travel/finland/helsinki/restaurants/palace-restaurant) & [palacerestaurant.fi](http://www.palacerestaurant.fi/fi/etusivu/) With views of the Helsinki Harbour, the [Palace Restaurant](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-north-face-purple-label-japan) has been a favorite since it was built in 1952, but with an outdated interior design and understated menu, the entire restaurant underwent a renovation. In collaboration with the [Helsinki City Museum](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/helsinki-design-and-architecture-museum), SARC Architects reconfigured and protected the building's original features such as the large mahogany and elm panels in the ceiling. By adding earthy colors and re-upholstering the original furniture, the designers created a major upgrade. The large windows in the space now allow for natural sunlight to light up the room for executive chefs Eero Vottonen and Hans Valimaki to serve a modern take on classic [Finnish Cuisine](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pelata-collection). Being such a well-known establishment, the Palace Restaurant owners wanted to keep it as traditional as possible, while striking interest in a younger and new crowd. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Refurbished Restaurants:** Opportunity to renovate and update outdated restaurants to attract new customer segments. - **Preservation of Original Features:** Incorporating original architectural elements can create a unique and nostalgic dining experience. - **Modernizing Traditional Cuisine:** Introducing innovative twists to classic recipes can attract younger generations and revitalize traditional cuisine. ### Where This Applies - **Hospitality:** Hotels, restaurants, and resorts can upgrade their establishments to meet changing consumer preferences for modern and unique dining experiences. - **Design and Architecture:** Architects and interior designers can specialize in renovating and preserving historical buildings while incorporating modern design elements. - **Food and Beverage:** Restaurants, cafes, and culinary businesses can explore new ways to reimagine traditional cuisine and attract a wider customer base. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Renovated Helsinki Events Venue](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/finlandia-hall.md) - [Minimally Designed Revamped Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/etch-restaurant.md) - [Milanese-Themed Restaurant Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/san-carlo-liverpool.md) - [Juxtaposing Finnish Design-Themed Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/el-fant-caf.md) - [Elegant Restaurant Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elegant-restaurant-interior1.md) - [New York Diner Redesigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capital-city-diner.md) - [Brutalist Museum Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cantabrian-maritime-museum.md) - [Warm Persian-Inspired Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dishroom.md) - [Elegant Steakhouse Interior](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-tte-dor-restaurant.md)