Have you read the latest edition of Bar Magazine yet?
The magazine’s April edition features an article that looks into current design trends that are taking the bar industry bar storm. As well as featuring new products and collections, it includes commentary from leading furniture designers and suppliers.
Eagle-eyed readers will have spotted that our very own Robert Price was included in the article, giving his thoughts and opinions on what furniture, colours and styles are ‘in’ in 2019.
Bar design trends 2019
So, what are Trent Furniture’s thoughts on current bar design trends?
Rob drew on the fact that the industrial-chic trend that’s spread itself across bars over the past five years seems to have now had its moment in the spotlight.
Rob explains: “Dark and raw interiors are being replaced with natural, airy atmospheres with splashes of bright playful colour. Colour palettes are bright and are being paired with natural textures and plenty of natural light.”
Rob was also quick to explain that retro is a permanent fixture that can bring continued rewards, if done correctly. There’s a fine line between having a retro interior design and becoming a novelty themed establishment.
“Within the realm of retro, there are so many options for operators to take inspiration from. More recently, though, we’ve seen more bars and venues draw from 70’s design trends.”
Item’s like the loopback side chair and bentwood tall stool have art deco designs that were popular through the 60s and 70s and can be upholstered in a range of different fabrics and colours such as mustard yellow, dark orange and browns that were commonplace popular in this era.
You can read the article in full here on pages 61 to 66.
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