I recently returned from Las Vegas, Nevada after a week vacation with my husband. We visit Las Vegas at least once a year. It is one of my favourite vacation destinations. Warm dry weather, great restaurants, wonderful shows, and non stop energy. We have been so many times that it has become somewhat routine. We always try new restaurants, visit all the hotels, go to our favourite hang outs and spend some time making new friends around the roulette table. When we return we usually comment about the new restaurants or shows we've seen but this year there is one restaurant in particular that I can't stop talking about. Giada De Laurentiis, Food Network Chef, has opened her first restaurant right on the Strip in Las Vegas. We visited for dinner on our first night in town and were very pleasantly surprised at how much we enjoyed everything about our meal. The food was very well prepared and bursting with flavour. The server recommended an excellent wine pairing which is now one I am sourcing. But beyond the food, one of the elements that made our experience so enjoyable was the décor and design of the restaurant, inside and out.
On the outside it shows as a stunning fresh new restaurant with large black retractable windows facing the centre of the Strip. On the inside neutral tones mix subtly with hits of bright warm colours and patterns. A variety of textures work together to create a welcoming atmosphere. As you walk through the restaurant you notice that the seating varies in each section. Wooden chairs with metal frames and square tables next to round tables with fabric tuxedo chairs. Chairs with patterned purple fabric on a patterned rug followed by black and white chairs on a solid rug. The colours and textures change throughout but it is barely noticeable unless you stop to take note. Some tables are covered with clothes while most remain exposed. Some are wood top and others are marble. The flooring is also respected with the same design thought as it changes from solid wood, to tile, to inlay carpet. But as you can see in the photos the combination of different textures, colours and materials was very well thought out and works nicely to create a comfortable, elegant restaurant with details that make your dining experience more interesting and flavourful.
I am very impressed by the restaurant and plan to visit it on my next visit to Sin City. Not only for the flavourful selection of Italian cuisine but also for the lovely ambiance created by the exquisite décor.
Although this exact décor may not work in our homes the idea of introducing a variety of textures and colour can definitely be implemented to create our own comfortable inviting spaces. Don't be afraid to bring in your favourite colours in small amounts throughout your home. You may be surprised at how well it all comes together.
