The Future of Restaurant Design Post COVID-19

4 Min Read By Frank Robertson, Marty McCauley

In a post COVID-19 world, restaurant design must evolve and adapt to the new normal. With the evolution of the hospitality design, Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems will need to adapt to the changing architecture. Additionally, restaurants will experience a significant shift in technology and customer service. In this article, we discuss how restaurant design is changing as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and highlight how we must rethink the consumer-facing footprint to make the restaurant experience more sustainable and bolster consumer confidence.

Architectural Considerations in HVACWhile no mechanical system can eliminate the spread of viruses like COVID-19, the American Society of Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) have made it clear that mechanical systems can help mitigate the risks. Good design practices should be the industry standard but better systems and equipment must be considered. Mechanical systems should be designed…