THE FUTURE

THE FUTURE

Today’s commercial design needs are vastly different from a month ago and will likely require reinvention as we react to the ongoing response requirements. Right now, we’re observing the dine-in footprints decrease, outdoor dining areas increase, and touchless or contactless experiences surge. In preparation for the increased design demands, we are already building environments of the future using our design and creative expertise to develop concepts that promote safety and physical wellbeing. Our designs focus on several objectives including creating zones within the establishment, touchless interactions, convenience, and customization, depending on our clients’ needs.

How can we go out to eat safely?

How do we help guests feel safe during their stay?

How can we help keep students and staff safe?

The next-generation of design. 

Restaurant of the Future

  • Dedicated entrances for indoor dining vs. carry out, uber/grub/post-mates services
  • Pick-up window
  • Outdoor wait area
  • Outdoor dining
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  • HVAC filtered system
  • Skylights adding more sunlight within environment
  • Refresh zone totally touch-less upon entry - Embracing a new ritual
  • Safe booth dining experience for family and groups
  • Zone markers on floor and walls helping guide consumer and control traffic
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  • Dedicated retail and grab and go area including merchandising.
  • App automated food warmer/cooler system
  • 90% of ordering completed via app.
  • Separate area for carry out.
  • High back booths to build in privacy.
  • Guided floor markers
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  • Antimicrobial and bleach cleanable surfaces throughout
  • Light toned materials where appropriate for consumer ease of mind
  • Wide pathways
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Lobby of the Future

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  • Prominent welcome zone
  • Live greenery extends connection to nature and helps purify air
  • Digital graphic wall connects to locale
  • Zone designation helps guide guest and control traffic
  • Wide pathways
  • Textural and organic materials complement emphasis on wellness
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  • Dedicated clean up station for guest belongings
  • Hydration station promotes wellness
  • Touchless Refresh zone - Embracing new ritual upon entry
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  • Mobile cleaning cart
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  • Employee assisted retail zone offers additional revenue opportunity
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  • Contactless food and beverage retail area
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  • Grab and go food and beverage display
  • Food locker; app automated, temperature controlled system
  • Non-porous and easily cleanable surfaces throughout
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  • Pre-packaged meals provides flexible meal delivery option
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  • Food locker; app automated, temperature controlled drink distribution system
  • Employee assisted specialty drink service - Flexible between day and night
  • Minimize bar seating
  • Solid surface material used in high traffic areas
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  • Employee assisted retail zone offers additional revenue opportunity and connection to local artisans and business owners
  • Live greenery extends connection to nature and helps purify air
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  • High back seating for privacy and separation
  • Flexible seating types to accommodate groups of varying size
  • Textural and organic materials - Complement emphasis on wellness
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  • Upgraded HVAC and air filtration system
  • Unique and organic room dividers
  • Varied seating types i nsocial zones allow guest to determine their level of interaction
  • Private work or social pods
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  • Operable doors depen connection between interior and exterior
  • When possible open doors to allow for natural ventilation
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School of the Future

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  • Flexible seating types
  • Movable screens provide dual function for collaboration and act as safety barrier

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  • Modular seating provides a place for study or socialization while helping to define and separate spaces
  • Refresh station conveniently located near entry area, promotes safe and clean environment
  • Small group seating provides breakout areas in social zones

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  • Privacy panels allow for good separation, safety and allows customizable patterns to create interest
  • High back booth provides safety and comfort while creating private spaces within social zones
  • Energy efficient light fixtures provides additional task lighting for zoned seating

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  • Floor signage creates clear traffic patterns that reduces congestion and student overlap
  • Food locker system that is app automated  and temperature controlled

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  • Freestanding kiosks make food and beverage easily accessible to students. It is available amenity when food servery is not open

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We understand global markets and the design demands within each - especially today, as everything changes at such a rapid pace. Using our 40+ years of insight, we  keep pace with the trends and innovate quickly. Common space footprints may decrease within an environment, but the level of service you provide your customers, students, or guests shouldn’t have to. Let’s partner together to design your environment of the future.