Top Design News

Burrito company announces that it will install solar panels on 75 restaurants in the next year.

Wisconsin-based pizza franchise updates look with new interior decorations, operations system.

Three new franchises redesigned and opened in just seven hours.

Jacksonville stores the first to receive upgrades that will eventually be systemwide.

New designs to reflect company’s commitment to environmental stewardship.

Environmental Defense Fund and Restaurant Associates release Green Dining Best Practices.

Chapel Hill store becomes first LEED-certified stand-alone restaurant in North Carolina.

Andy’s Burgers, Shakes and Fries is reopening in Holly Springs, NC

The sub chain launched a microloan initiative designed to expand opportunities for existing Quiznos franchisees.

Franchisor BAB chose two franchisees to recruit new owners, help in site selection, and store development.

Flippers chose Chute Gerdeman to create a design and logo that the expanding chain could grow into.

TUUCI was honored by the South Florida Manufacturers Association for its commitment to the community.

With $9 million-worth of new funding, Pinkberry is partnering with a company in the Middle East to spread the soft-serve brand.

The chain’s rebranding initiative will emphasize a gourmet experience for customers.

Einstein Noah Restaurant Group is teaming up with JAC Development Corporation.

The burger chain’s headquarters is awarded LEED certification.

A national BOOK IT! event puts $10,000 on the line.

The first co-branded store opened in the Chinook Centre located in Calgary.

The 12,000-square-foot store is located in Times Square and can seat 280 diners.

The farm would use more than 70 acres of underutilized vacant lands and abandoned properties on Detroit’s lower east side.

The unit can be ready for business three days from delivery.

The Web site provides tools such as energy calculators, energy tracking spreadsheets, and other downloadable forms and checklists.

Pizza Fusion’s first two LEED restaurants receive Gold and Silver certification from the United States Gree Building Council.

An updated logo, a new Web site, and a restaurant re-image program are among the chain’s top initiatives.

The fast-casual restaurant’s new store design conveys the brand’s image and saves build-out time and costs.

Popeyes franchisee offers cash-strapped consumers a deal and good deed.

The $3,000 worth of gift cards is an added bonus.

An expense-reduction plan tops the company’s priority list.