Events 2020
Our events are a celebration of creativity, featuring exclusive insights, networking opportunities, and the recognition of exceptional spaces from around the globe.
Restaurant & Bar Design Awards Virtual Awards Ceremony
15th October
Restaurant & Bar Design Talk - Why it's time for the Middle East to find its voice?
In partnership with interior360, the first of our Instagram Roundtable Talks focused on the Middle East. Led by Harry McKinley; Firas Alsahin (Founder, 4SPACE interior design), Jason Atherton (Restaurateur), Guy Heywood (COO, Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas) and Rebecca Anne Proctor (Journalist) discuss why its time for the Middle East to find its voice.
6th August
Restaurant & Bar Design Talk - How Can Residential Design Translate to Restaurant Design?
In partnership with Two Keys, Harry McKinley discussed how to create a home from home in bars and restaurants with Mike Fisher (Creative Director & Founder, Studio Indigo).
23rd July
Restaurant & Bar Design Talk - Beyond the Bed: Are Hotels the New Leaders in F&B Design?
In partnership with Atkinson & Kirby, Harry McKinley addressed the changing face of hotel restaurants and bars with Jo Littlefair and Martin Goddard (Directors and Co-Founders, Goddard Littlefair). The trio discussed everything from the rise of the staycation to the remote working revolution.
9th July
Restaurant & Bar Design Talk - Is Restaurant and Bar Design Killing the Planet - and is Biophilia the Solution?
In partnership with Solus, Harry McKinley hosted an interview of two halves, discovering the differing perspectives of designer versus operator, quizzing both Des Gunewardena (Chairman and CEO, D&D London) and Robert Angell (Founder, Robert Angell Design International) about the environmental impact of restaurant and bar design.
21st May
Restaurant & Bar Design Talk - A Waste of Space?
In partnership with Breezefree, Harry McKinley interviewed Tina Norden (Partner, Conran & Partners) about the most important considerations in successfully integrating outdoor space within hospitality environments.
7th May
Restaurant & Bar Design Talk - The Future of Hospitality Design Post COVID-19
In partnership with Hill Cross Furniture, Harry McKinley interviewed Holly Hallam (MD, DesignLSM) about recovery, fresh thinking and why innovation will be key in a post COVID-19 world.
23rd April