Every restaurant owner seems to give me the brief “ It needs to be Instagram worthy!” I discuss why thi may or may not be a good idea for your business!
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3 Simple ways to Incorporate your brand into your restaurant interiors
In todays economy standing out from the crowd is fundamental to good business. Once you have nailed your branding, you will need to ensure it is reflected in your restaurant interiors, Read on to find out how!
Read MoreAdvice for Restaurant Owners during Covid-19 (Corona Virus)
Probably the hardest time ever experienced in most of our life times for the hospitality industry. Some practical advice that I hope will help you through this in a positive way. Support your fellow restaurant owners and share if you think they might find it useful. Rally together to help each other, together we are stronger!
Read MoreDoes your restaurant need to hold seasonal events?
Christmas, Valentines, Pancake day, Mothers Day, the number of seasonal events is overwhelming, so how do you use this as a restaurant owner, if at all? Read on for some helpful tips!
Read More5 Steps to opening a successful Restaurant
Opening a new restaurant can feel overwhelming. You know it is your dream but have no idea how to go about making a reality. Follow these 5 steps and success will be closer than you realise!
Read MoreHow do you know which contractor to use? Part 3 - Interior Designer
As part of the “Choose a Contractor Series” this edition looks at Interior Designers. Why would you choose one? How do you choose the right one? What should you expect to pay an interior designer? Read on to find out everything you need to know!
Read MoreHow do you know which Contractor to choose - Part 2 Structural Engineer
Structural engineers need to understand and calculate the stability, strength and rigidity of buildings. Where an Architect would devise the best design possible for a space, the structural engineer will work out how to construct it from a technical point of view.
For this reason, it is very common to find architects and structural engineers working together closely. No point in an architect coming up with a hugely creative design if it is not structurally viable!
Architects tend to work alone for straight forward structures such as a block of flats or a simple extension to house. However for more complex structures a structural engineer will be required to define what design elements are possible.
The structural design for a building must ensure that the building is able to stand up safely, able to function without excessive deflections or movements which may cause fatigue of structural elements, cracking or failure of fixtures, fittings or partitions, or discomfort for occupants. It must account for movements and forces due to temperature, creep, cracking and imposed loads.
For example, a client I am working with at the moment has designed a magnificent glass atrium for a residential build. The structural engineer was contracted to ascertain the beam work required to support the weight of a glass roof. His considerations included weather resistance to wind and snow, the length of the beam and support work required to ensure it did not have to withstand excessive pressures that would lead to deflections or movements. Obviously when working with large glass structures, safety and security are paramount!
It must also ensure that the design can be constructed within acceptable manufacturing tolerances of the materials. It must allow the architecture to work, and the building services to fit within the building and function (air conditioning, ventilation, smoke extract, electrics, lighting etc.). The structural design of a modern building can be extremely complex, and often requires a large team to complete.
FUN FACT!!
Leonardo Da Vinci is an artist well known for his painting "Mona Lisa". But did you know he was highly valued as an engineer in his lifetime? One of his original designs formed the basis of the design of a bridge in Norway,
Coordinating a number of different contractors is time consuming and sometimes complex. Sometimes it can be difficult to understand which contractors to use for a given project. This series, aims to demystify this for you. If you feel you may benefit from project management services, I would be happy to discuss this with you! Feel free to connect with me through the contact form.
How do you create eco-friendly Interiors?
Read about my insights into sustainable design following my recent visit to Ecobuild 2018
Read More5 Things you need to know for your lighting design!!
Before you rush to the shops to buy your next light fixture. Understand what you need to know in lighting design and how to get it right!
Read MoreYour Definitive Guide to the perfect Gallery wall in just 5 simple steps!!
I know you have seen gallery walls all over instagram and pinterest. I also know you want one, but are over thinking on the "how to"!
Have a read of this guide, and I am sure you will be on your way to that perfect gallery wall!
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