If you’re considering opening a restaurant, you know that there are a lot of ways to fail, and that a large percentage of new restaurants fold pretty quickly. It’s not necessarily due to a bad business plan or poor management; very often the root cause for a failed restaurant is its basic design and construction. To a greater degree than most businesses, a restaurant has to have a balance between form and function. It needs to offer a friendly, welcoming atmosphere, while also providing the functionality required to prepare food, cook it, and serve it properly. If that balance isn’t maintained, it can lead to disaster. To avoid that kind of inglorious end to your business you need to consult with experts who know all about Restaurant Designs in Los Angeles. They can give you the best chance of succeeding in your venture.
If you are planning to save money by putting your restaurant into an existing building, design and construction professionals can counsel you on how to make the best use of the space. Too often new restaurants aren’t successful because someone has tried to force their dream into an inadequate building, rather than starting with the space and integrating their dreams into it. Experienced design pros will make sure you don’t fall into that trap.
Restaurant design is primarily about traffic flow, equipment placement, and code compliance. Making sure that things flow as well in the back of the house as they do in the dining area requires some planning. The kitchen requires space for food storage, prep, cooking, and plating as well as space for dishwashers. It also calls for enough space for the servers to enter and exit safely. Your dining room needs to have a traffic pattern that precludes servers running into guests.
Other areas in which those familiar with Restaurant Designs in Los Angeles can assist you include planning for utilities to be routed safely and efficiently, helping with the paperwork associated with various permits, offering guidance on any special features like signage or fountains, and helping you maintain any desired themes throughout the restaurant. Whether you plan to build or remodel, Orchid Construction and Facility Services will use their expertise to give you the best chance at making your dream come true. You’ll find restaurant designs by Orchid Construction all over southern California and they would love an opportunity to work their magic on your behalf.
