:: SPACE PLANNING One of, if not the
most important thing. This is a major item and can not be left to
chance Use space wisely!
· Is it too big or too small?
· Are traffic patterns in place?
· Is there wasted space and dead areas?
· Where do patrons sit?
· Where do they stand?
· What are sight lines?
· Plan for every night and not just the weekends
:: REST ROOMS Important!
(especially for women)
Know the secret !
·
Do you know what the men's room needs?
· Have you thought what
is important in it's design?
:: DECORE For longevity and
clientele. Do you need to change every year or will it get better
with age? Bar tops, fixtures, wall coverings, carpet, dance floor,
tables, chairs, etc.
A lot must be taken into consideration
here: for instance, can your carpet withstand cigarette burns? Preventative
maintenance ...it's a must!.
::
DON'T FORGET Architects are able to
design beautiful projects, but they are not bar people, and must be
assisted by a professional who knows, what is functional.
Done properly, design will keep a club going when the newness wears
off.
Jim Robiconti
is a Bar Consultant for Basic Bar Design, Bar Equipment and Bar
Management
