This volume focuses on the interior design of bars and restaurants, instead of looking at the outside, and how the many challenges faced in designing these interiors can be met. Interior designers continuously express their creative skills through the designs of these establishments. The content includes designs from around the world and shows how the interiors are constructed. The text includes an introductory essay explaining the development of the design of contemporary bars and restaurants, followed by 30 case studies, including: Philippe Starck's Cafe Costa; Eva Jiricna's Le Caprice; Morrison's Stephens Bull Bistro; Claudio Silvestrin's Wakuba; Mike Rundell and Damien Hirst's Pharmacy; David Chipperfield's Circus; David Connor's Atlantic Bar and Grill; Harper Mackay's Bertorelli's; Ron Arad's Belgo Nord; Shed's Modo; and Branson Coates' Ark.