Design and Development of Restaurant for Senior Adults with Natural Lifestyle in Thailand
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In recent times, senior adults have faced mobility and daily activity challenges, including dining out with their families. Many restaurant facilities are ill-equipped to accommodate their physical limitations, often prioritizing aesthetics and cost-cutting. However, a new generation of self-reliant senior adults has emerged in the 2020s, prompting a fresh approach to restaurant and facility design. The objective is to enhance senior adults' comfort while bridging generational gaps by providing amenities that enhance the dining experience. This approach aims to create a platform supporting senior adults' well- being and an active social life outside their homes. Guidelines for facility and service design have been formulated using Product Design and Development (PDD), playing a pivotal role in shaping restaurant layouts. This encompasses menu design, table setup, lighting, and safety measures. The proposed approach incorporates ergonomic design principles to ensure cutlery is user- friendly for senior adults while catering to all customers' needs for an inclusive dining experience. The originality lies in crafting a comprehensive guideline for restaurant owners, combining insights from questionnaires and industry standards. This innovative approach ensures alignment with customer preferences and industry best practices, encompassing various aspects such as seating, spacing, lighting, acoustics, and accessibility. It provides practical tools for optimizing restaurant platforms and layouts, enhancing the dining experience. An ideal restaurant experience combines modern and traditional elements, including sleek design, diverse menus, advanced technology integration, and sustainability practices. The goal is to create an appealing atmosphere for all generations, ensuring a memorable and enjoyable dining experience.
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