Category: Architecture

The Banchet Awards Announces Dunne Kozlowski Design As 2026 Finalist
Architecture, Hospitality, Interior, Press, Restaurants | October 30, 2025
The Banchet Awards Announces Dunne Kozlowski Design As 2026 Finalist

Adalina Prime Best Design Finalist The Banchet Awards The Banchet Awards: Adalina Prime Nominated for Best Design We’re honored that Adalina Prime has been named a 2026 nominee for Best Design at The Banchet Awards, Chicago’s signature celebration of culinary excellence. The Banchet Awards gather more than 400 of Chicago’s leading chefs, hospitality professionals, and industry insiders each year to…

Adalina Prime Fulton Market
Architecture, Hospitality, Interior, Restaurants | September 2, 2025
Adalina Prime Fulton Market

Adalina Prime Fulton Market’s Anticipated Steakhouse Experience The wait is over for Chicago food enthusiasts Adalina Prime, a sophisticated new steakhouse experience, is now open in Fulton Market. At 360 N Green Street, Adalina Prime promises to redefine what diners expect from Chicago’s vibrant steakhouse scene. A New Culinary Adventure from the Team Behind Adalina Adalina Prime is the latest…

How Layered Design Elements Shape the Restaurant Experience
Restaurants, Architecture, Hospitality, Interior, Planning | June 19, 2025
How Layered Design Elements Shape the Restaurant Experience

Beyond the Surface: Layered Restaurant Design Why Layering Matters in Restaurant Design In today’s competitive restaurant landscape, it’s no longer enough to have a well-designed space. Finishes, lighting, and furniture form the visual foundation, but these are just the beginning. The real emotional resonance – the kind of design that guests remember, talk about, and return to – comes from…

How to Optimize Restaurant Layout for Superior Operational Efficiency
Restaurants, Architecture, Hospitality, Interior, Planning | May 29, 2025
How to Optimize Restaurant Layout for Superior Operational Efficiency

How to Optimize Restaurant Layout for Superior Operational Efficiency Why Operational Efficiency is Crucial for Restaurants In restaurant design, it’s easy to focus solely on aesthetics and ambiance. However, without a well-thought-out operational flow, even the most beautifully designed spaces can suffer from subpar service. As restaurant operators know, inefficiencies directly impact customer satisfaction and profitability. This makes optimizing operational…

The Greggory: South Barrington’s Premier Dining Destination
Hospitality, Architecture, Interior | March 6, 2025
The Greggory: South Barrington’s Premier Dining Destination

The Greggory South Barrington’s Premier Dining Destination A New Chapter for Elevated Dining Welcome to The Greggory, South Barrington’s newest restaurant that blends reimagined American classics with warm, heartfelt hospitality. A project by Hearth Hospitality, led by industry veterans Gregg Horan, Bill Veremis, and Chef Jose Sosa, The Greggory is more than just a restaurant—it’s a culinary experience designed to…

Bar Sotto's Appetizing Refresh 2024
Hospitality, Architecture, Interior, Urban | February 26, 2025
Bar Sotto’s Appetizing Refresh 2024

Bar Sotto A New Era With Bar Sotto In a city as steeped in history as Chicago, few restaurants can claim the kind of legacy The Village holds. For nearly a century, the Capitanini family has shaped Italian-American dining in the heart of downtown, evolving across generations while remaining a cornerstone of the culinary scene. As the family embarked on…

Vicolo: A New Chapter for Dining in Downtown Aurora
Hospitality, Architecture, Interior | October 23, 2024
Vicolo: A New Chapter for Dining in Downtown Aurora

Vicolo Aurora A New Chapter for Dining in Downtown Aurora Nestled in the heart of downtown Aurora, a new dining experience is taking shape—a place where the charm of European cafés meets the vibrant energy of a growing community. Vicolo, the brainchild of Chef Chris Curren and Megan Curren, is set to open in the spring of 2025. Inspired by…

The Subtle Art of Hotel Bathroom Design
Hotels, Architecture, Hospitality, Interior | March 14, 2024
The Subtle Art of Hotel Bathroom Design

Enhancing The Guest Experience The Subtle Art of Hotel Bathroom Design Every detail counts in shaping the guest experience. While grand lobbies and luxurious bedrooms often steal the spotlight, the design of hotel room bathrooms plays an equally pivotal role in ensuring guest satisfaction. A well-designed bathroom goes beyond aesthetics, addressing functionality, privacy, and convenience to cater to guests’ needs…

Crafting Lifestyle Experiences Through Design
Architecture | October 16, 2023
Crafting Lifestyle Experiences Through Design

Crafting Lifestyle Experiences Through Design Defying Traditional Home Design In today’s age, most homes are designed based on familiar patterns and popular trends, often replicated from platforms like Pinterest or Instagram. How many homes have you entered with the same foyer, living room, and dining room layout? It’s as if over 50% of houses are made from the same mold….

Efficiency at the Heart of Modern Fast-Casual Restaurant Revamps
Architecture | June 22, 2023
Efficiency at the Heart of Modern Fast-Casual Restaurant Revamps

Navigating the QSR Landscape Staying ahead as a fast-casual restaurant brand takes time and effort. The Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) industry presents a dynamic landscape where brand clarity, design acumen, and revenue generation are keys to success. Embracing these pillars, brands can leverage these potent tools to capture market share, enhance operational efficiencies, and boost return on investment. Understanding how…