When designing a café, bistro, or restaurant, there are many elements to consider, including lighting, color scheme, furniture, and layout. One key piece of furniture is the humble table. Its primary function is to provide a comfortable and inviting place for customers to sit and enjoy their food and drinks, but it can also set the tone for the overall atmosphere.

Café tables come in many different shapes and sizes and can be used to create a variety of looks and moods. For example, round bistro-style tables can create a cozy and intimate atmosphere, while long rectangular tables can be used to encourage socializing and group gatherings. Some establishments successfully combine the two, which allows them to cater to a broader clientele.

Café tables can also help  create a sense of continuity within a space. Using the same style of table throughout a café or restaurant creates a cohesive look that ties the area together. This is particularly important for spaces with different seating areas or zones, such as a lounge area or outdoor patio.

However, it's not just about looks—the functionality of the table is crucial as well. Tables need to be sturdy and durable enough to withstand regular use and spills, yet easy to clean and maintain. They should also be designed with comfort in mind, allowing customers to sit and enjoy their food and drinks for an extended period.

Here are some tips for choosing café tables:

• Size: The size of the tables should be appropriate for the size of your space and the number of customers you typically serve.

• Style: The style of the tables should complement the overall décor of your café or restaurant.

• Comfort: Comfort is an important factor to consider. The tables should be the right height for the chairs and should provide enough legroom. Where possible, choose furniture without sharp corners to avoid injuries.

• Consider commissioning a bespoke table design. While a more expensive option, bespoke tables may help you optimize the available space and elevate the overall look and feel of the space.

AARIA

With that in mind, we are proud to present AARIA - our new café table design. It is stylish, functional and made from high-quality materials. The tabletop is available in a variety of standard colours and the design can be customized to meet your specific needs.

AARIA is the perfect choice for any café or restaurant looking for a stylish and comfortable table that will last for years to come. With its sleek design and durable construction, AARIA is sure to impress your customers and set the tone for your establishment.

To learn more about AARIA or to place an order, please visit the product page or contact us today.

Sleeve silicone molds are in my opinion the best option when casting objects out of concrete and plaster. Clear benefits are the ease of use, consistent results and perfect finish. A downside is the difficulty of creating the sleeve mold itself. Let’s get right into it. When designing a mold or figuring out how to mold an object there are a few things to consider:

1. Lifetime of the mold ( Usually measured in number of pours )

2. Ease of use ( Or how easy it is to demold and reset it )

3. The finish of the poured piece ( Will it have seam lines or not )

4. Materials you’ll be using ( Silicone rubber, Latex, Fiber glass, Plaster etc )

The method of molding an object depends on the complexity of the object. A simple object for example is a sink. The best way to mold a sink is to use a sleeve mold. The function of a sleeve mold is to give the piece an entire finish without any seem lines or imperfections. Those molds usually require an additional support shell, as they are thin to allow easy demolding. The diagram describes the molding process. You start by building a support outer shell and inner plug that will contain the rubber as it is being poured and will act as support when casting pieces.

The sleeve molds are a great way to start producing concrete object.