Restaurant design that gets people talking.

Creating experience driven environments that put your customer at their heart.

Whether you are a well-known restauranteur or an enthusiastic start-up, our restaurant interior designers thrive on creating exciting, original interior concepts that enhance your brand.

Restaurant Interior Design

Interior of restaurant seating area after design by Copper & Ash
There is so much more to opening a successful restaurant than great food and drink. Careful planning, the right location, and good staff are important, but for your restaurant to prosper, it’s essential that it offers a unique experience. Whether that be a fine dining venue specialising in locally sourced food or a fast food chain, everything from the wall finishes, table tops, lighting and tableware should work seamlessly together to create an authentic dining experience.

From high end restaurants to casual eateries, we create immersive restaurant interiors that reflect your brand and inspire customer loyalty. We work collaboratively with our clients to create dynamic concepts that not only entice customers to visit, but work functionally for their staff and deliver within budget. We take time to specify the right products and materials to ensure you’re only investing once, therefore, mitigating the chances of costly replacements down the line. Our services include restaurant interior design, space planning, bespoke furniture and lighting design along with overseeing the manufacturing process and full fit out. We also offer help with brand creation if required.

interior of beleza restaurant after interior design from Copper & Ash

Proven restaurant design process

Our 20+ years of ‘big brand, big project ‘experience has helped mould our proven process. We provide expert guidance from concept to completion to avoid wasted time and money and utilise the resources we have to hand.


Our restaurant designers source, specify and procure all elements required to turn a project from concept to reality. These include, but aren’t limited to, furniture, lighting, bespoke joinery, signage, servery equipment, kitchen equipment and planting.


We love the ambitious and courageous nature of our clients, allowing us to devote ourselves to their journey and bringing the vision to life.

Define

– Brief Creation

– Strategic Thinking

– Branding Advice

– Competitor Analysis

– Measured Survey

– Space Planning

– Lookbook

– Sketches

Design

– Concept Creation

– Specifying

– 3D Visualisation (CGI)

– Sample Boards

Develop

– Technical Drawing Pack

– Construction Details

– Tender Guidance

– FF&E Schedules

– Bespoke Joinery/Furniture Design

– Planning Applications

– Building Control Drawings

– Principal Designer & CDM Management

Deliver

– Design Management

– Contractor Liaison

– Snagging and Quality Control

– Site Meeting Attendance

– Procurement

– Design Engineering

restaurant interior after design by Copper & Ash

Designing Restaurants Nationwide

Whilst our design hubs are in Birmingham and East Yorkshire, we manage restaurant design projects from London to the Lake District.

An absolute pleasure to work with from start to finish. I came with a vision and they took it to another level. The first design they showed me turned out to be the final design as it was so amazing! Kayleigh and Matt were fantastic throughout going above and beyond to achieve our opening date. Highly recommended. You get what you pay for!! Thank you guys
Nathan Dawe
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Our latest restaurant design projects

Beleza

Beleza

F&B Design

restaurant interior after design by Copper & Ash

Isabel’s

F&B Design

Interior of Trove after Copper & Ash restaurant interior design project.

Trove

F&B Design

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Restaurant Interior Design FAQs

A great menu is essential, but the design of your restaurant plays a huge role in the overall dining experience. From the moment customers walk in, the atmosphere sets the tone. Thoughtful interior design can create a space that feels inviting, reflects your brand, and keeps people coming back. It’s about more than just aesthetics—it’s about crafting an experience that resonates with your customers.

At Copper & Ash, we specialise in creating unique, experience-driven interiors that make your restaurant stand out from the crowd. Whether you’re a high-end establishment or a casual eatery, we tailor the design to reflect your brand, engage your target audience, and offer an unforgettable dining experience. Our collaborative approach ensures your vision is brought to life in a way that delights both you and your customers.

We guide you through a comprehensive, step-by-step design process that covers everything from the initial brief to the final fit-out. Our team helps with strategic planning, space layouts, branding, and visual concepts. We also handle technical details such as construction drawings, furniture and lighting design, and contractor liaison. Throughout, we ensure clear communication and a smooth project flow, so you’re always in the loop.

At Copper & Ash, we take the time to understand your brand inside and out. We carefully consider your restaurant’s concept, target market, and values to ensure that every element of the design aligns with your brand identity. From the choice of materials to bespoke lighting and furniture, each decision we make reflects your brand, creating a cohesive and authentic dining environment that resonates with your customers.

We understand that every restaurant project comes with its own financial considerations. Whether you’re a start-up on a tight budget or an established brand looking for a high-end transformation, we can tailor our services to suit your needs. Our expertise in sourcing quality materials and products ensures that we maximise your budget without compromising on design or functionality, delivering a space that works for you long-term.

Great restaurant design (and all hospitality design in general) isn’t just about looking good—it’s about making sure the space works for everyone. We design interiors that not only create a memorable dining experience for your customers but also streamline operations for your staff. From optimising layouts for better service flow to choosing durable materials that stand up to everyday use, we ensure your restaurant functions as beautifully as it looks.

Once the design phase is finished, our involvement doesn’t end. We oversee the fit-out process, working closely with contractors to ensure the design is implemented to the highest standard. We’re there to handle any last-minute adjustments, manage snagging, and ensure the final result exceeds your expectations. Our commitment is to deliver a space that matches the vision you approved, ready to impress your customers from day one.

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