# Hanging Wooden Veneers This Restaurant Showcases an Unusual Design on Its Ceiling By Mishal Omar | Published 2016-08-09 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-veneers References: [contemporist](http://www.contemporist.com/2016/08/08/wood-veneers-suspended-from-the-ceiling-create-a-dramatic-effect-inside-this-restaurant/) & [shadecafe.ua](http://shadecafe.com.ua/) In an unusual twist on what wooden veneers are traditionally used for, this restaurant highlights them in a way that is intended purely for design and not functionality. The restaurant is appropriately titled 'Shade Burger' and located in Potava, Ukraine and the hundreds of wooden veneers that hang from its ceiling are clearly visible from the outside. For what is a relatively [casual restaurant](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flipnfry), the attention to detail paid by YOD Studio in the process of its design is quite impressive. Featuring [rustic elements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capiche) that the wooden veneers add to the space along with industrial-looking windows and walls, this restaurant fuses a variety of design styles to stand out among others of its kind. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Unconventional Design:** Opportunity for businesses to showcase unique and creative design elements in non-traditional ways. - **Attention to Detail:** Opportunity to differentiate by focusing on meticulous design and craftsmanship. - **Fusion of Styles:** Opportunity to create memorable experiences by combining disparate design styles to create a visually stunning space. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Hospitality:** Restaurants, hotels, and other hospitality businesses can explore innovative design concepts to create visually captivating spaces that enhance customer experiences. - **Interior Design:** Design firms and interior designers can experiment with unconventional materials and techniques to create standout designs that push boundaries. - **Retail:** Retailers can incorporate unique design elements into store layouts to capture customers' attention and create a memorable shopping experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Twisting Timber Lampshade Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twisted-lasercut-wooden-lampshade.md) - [Mushroom-Inspired Dining Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grybova-hata.md) - [Wood-Focused Showrooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dinesen-apartment.md) - [Reclaimed Interior Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onyx-aether.md) - [Canopy Restaurant Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/millo-restaurant.md) - [Exterior-Inspired Restaurant Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terra-restaurant.md) - [Venetian-Style Eatery Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cicchetti-piccadilly.md) - [Copper Wall-Lined Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikoyi.md) - [Upcycled Veneer Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-george-collection.md)