BAR for Pubs / Hotels- Tipsy Times

• Plan a concept and develop the design on it. Key areas for planing are:
• Broad Design and Spacing.
• Bar Counter Design.
• Dance floor design.
• Main entrance.
• Wall design.
• Ceiling Design.
• Flooring Pattern.
• Furniture styling.
• Different seating formats.
• Private party area.
• Planning the components required and the cost of designing the bar would cut down on any unnecessary wastage. Have a theme in mind and decide how much one is willing to spend to achieve the layout.
• Measurements of a bar are crucial to functionality.
• If bartenders don’t have enough space, this would restrict their movements and decrease efficiency.
• At least 3 feet between liquor shelves and the bar top.
• Utilize the space to its maximum potential.
• Every detail should come up with the best design best suited.
• Come up with unusual theme for bar that can help one stand out amongst the competition.
• Place the liquor in front as drinks are the showstopper.
• Displaying the liquor bottle is a good way of ramping up the interiors.
• Innovation is the key to success for a bar.
• Separate billing point would ensure quicker billing and the guests wouldn’t have to wait to clear the bills.
• Every bartender should have his or her serving station including an ice bin, soda gun, juice containers, speed rail, back-bar, and condiment tray.

• Choosing the Right Equipment: Another major step of building the space is to get the equipment to be used at the bar. Having the right equipment makes the place look tied together.
• Bars should have refrigerators.
• Coolers, wine racks, ice beans, should also be added.
• Flooring at the bar area should not be slippery.
• Rubber mat flooring for the safety of the staff/bartender.
• Invest in chairs and tables in complementing the interiors of the bar.
• Investing in used equipment is also a good option initially as this would help save some money.

• Choosing the Bar Top Wisely: A creative bar top can be beautiful and pulls more attention towards the bar. It is a centrepiece that makes the bar unique but, it is essential to select the right material for the bar top to avoid any disasters.
• Stones and marbles look attractive but, are magnets for disaster because they have no flexibility or grip.
• Go for traditional wood bar tops.
• Choose from Oaks, Maples, Mahogany’s, or Ashes as they have a firm grip and are very sturdy.
• Wrong choice in materials will result in broken glasses.
• Round edges should be prevented as it can allow the glasses to slide off onto the floor.
• Copper and brass are also beautiful but require costly routine maintenance.
• Learn about the maintenance of the material tips before purchasing.

• Lighting to set the mood right: The bar area should have adequate lighting for customers to read the menu but, it should not be very bright.
• The bar area shouldn’t be very dark.
• Opt for dim ambient lighting to set the mood.
• Subtle light is the key to setting the mood right.
• Recessed lighting or tracking lighting can be used which have a switch to help adjust the intensity of the lights.
• Commercial kind of lights can be used over the bar counter as they illuminate the surface of the bar.
• Can also opt for complimentary lighting.
• Light up the liquor rack and the area around it.
• Add lamps to highlight particular areas.
• In high ceiling bars, hang pendant lighting or chandeliers to bring the light source closer to the client.

• Consider fixture details: It is important to differentiate the bar with specially design elements but don’t overwhelm every wall with decoration.
• Choose a few stand-out pieces that reflect the theme.
• Rely on small details to carry the rest of the design.
• Focal point might be unique back lighting, a green wall, a water wall, fish tanks, funky seats or impressive table dividers.
• Use lighting to set the tone.

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