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 Opening in 2026
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…
Give Me Your Best Table
The perfect table can elevate the dining experience. The Apple TV+ show Ted Lasso, of all places, reinforced the importance. Understanding seating preferences can enhance the restaurant dining experience, increase revenue, and drive repeat customers. Sophistication, functionality, and sustainable design-focused strategies can transform a restaurant into a cutting-edge, stylish, and inspiring dining destination. Here are a few ways to establish a unique…
Who Designed Adalina
Bringing the Alluring Adalina Brand to Life Through Thoughtful Design Who designed Adalina? When the team approached Dunne Kozlowski about revamping their existing second-story space into an elevated dining experience reflective of the Adalina brand, we knew it would require reimagining how guests engage with and move throughout the space. Adalina exudes glamour, luxury, and sensuality, so we set out…
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Laurel Park Earns Three Honors for Charlotte Restaurant Design
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Why Restaurant Lighting Design Matters: A Layered Approach to Ambiance and Revenue
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Dunne Kozlowski Featured in Food & Beverage Magazine Cover Story
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Restaurant Entry Design: Why the First 30 Seconds Matter Most
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2025 Year In Review – Hospitality Projects
