Your checklist has so many tasks to complete before your restaurant’s grand opening. Finding a prime location for the type of clientele you are catering to, gathering the funds for the startup, space and menu planning, hiring staff, and ensuring that you have all required licenses and permits to open your venue on time are tasks that may be difficult, time-consuming, and costly. Phew! Don’t fret. Let’s set the mood with “light”. This may not seem like a big deal right now, but restaurant lighting plays a significant role in your venue, and it’s up to you to decide what type of lighting is appropriate for the ambiance and style of your particular business.
First, what will the overall mood of the restaurant you want to open be? What will be your hours of operation, and what will be your target audience?
“Choosing the Correct Music/Lighting/Décor for Your Restaurant”, an article featured on Fohboh.com, suggests that the following are key points in choosing the right type of lighting for your establishment:
For instance, if you are opening a breakfast restaurant, you’ll want bright lighting to establish a wakeful, energetic tone. Restaurants catering to the dinner crowd will want to feature less intense lighting to convey a sense of relaxation and unwinding after a long day. Themed restaurants give you more room to play around with lighting fixtures, colors, and placements to convey your theme.
Now, we know that keeping your establishment lit during long periods of time may be mandatory, yet a costly expense for your restaurant. According to energystar.gov, “the lights will remain on in a typical restaurant for 16-20 hours per day.”
Cut the cost of your light bill significantly! Lighting fixtures and bulbs endorsed by Energy Star reduce energy consumption, cut heat output by up to 75%, and last 10-25 times longer than standard lighting fixtures and bulbs.
For more information on restaurant lighting, as well as case studies and product information, check out our Retail & Hospitality Lighting Solutions Page.
