One of the questions we hear most often from business owners is: “Why does professional design cost so much?” It is easy to see why this question comes up. From the outside, it can seem as though you are paying for a set of drawings, a few finish selections, a logo, and some attractive renderings. […]
Opening a new store is exciting — but it’s also a major financial investment. If you’re a business owner, it can be tempting to cut corners early on to save money. But when it comes to branding, design, and permitting, hiring a professional team isn’t an expense — it’s a smart investment that protects your […]
It might be difficult, but impossible to grasp how certain people pay more attention to the restaurant’s décor and ambient than they do to their plates. Let’s talk about small tapas restaurant design ideas to consider. We’re naturally drawn by beauty, light and colors. The second we enter an unfamiliar place our sight remains fixed […]
Once you decided to hire a designer for your store or restaurant project, it is time to have a serious talk about your vision. However, you may be a little confused when it comes to what such communication entails. You may wonder what is expected of you and how you can help the process. In […]
Creative Restaurant Design – Taking it From Old to Modern… Like all design enthusiasts, we love a good before-and-after shot that proves the power of creative interior design. Mindful Design Consulting became again the protagonists of such a project when we recently took the existing old Greek restaurant space in Carmel Mountain Shopping Center, San […]
How To Make a Store or Restaurant Design Process Flow Smoothly? When working your way through all the stages of opening a store or restaurant, pay close attention to the design stage. The restaurant design process is an involved one that can easily stall or deviate unpredictably if your choice of a design company is […]
If you have been dreaming of opening a new restaurant and are finally ready to put your plans into motion, congratulations! You are about to embark on a great adventure that will most likely bring you lots of satisfaction. However, there is a lot to do before opening your doors to the public. The list […]
San Diego Restaurant Interior Design. Designer: Mindful Design Consulting A new restaurant interior design and branding effort took us into a different direction than the one we usually take. As a rule, we love colors and enjoy the visuals of bright tones and sharp contrasts. However, for the Two Blue Ducks restaurant in San Diego […]
Sheesha Lounge Interior Design by Mindful Design Consulting Location, location, location… You know the old adage, chanted by both real estate professional and business owners with an eye on profits. They preach it because it’s true. No matter how fabulous your menu or how unique your interior design, if the location is poorly selected, your […]
Photo above: Coffee Icon interior branding by Mindful Design Consulting team We are often asked for more details regarding our work and how we can help business owners. Even though our Services page offers you a great summary of what we are all about, here are a few more answers to some of the most […]
Now that you have your location and you are looking into hiring a restaurant designer and getting your new restaurant building permits, how do you proceed? It’s easy if one of your friends have had a great experience with an interior designer or interior architect, since a referral takes the guessing out of your search. […]
A restaurant worthy of the “Shanghai’s Best Pizza” title requires an interior design that wows the senses as much as the amazing food served there. Set in a 2,700 square feet space boasting two open terraces, this pizzeria design features an artistic contrast of materials, shapes and textures for a unique aura of refined charm […]
