What ANC 2026 in Charlotte Is Really Telling Us About K-12 Kitchen Design
I have been watching the ANC program build out for a few weeks now. This year it lands in Charlotte, which means I will actually be in the room. That changes how I read it. What the sessions are describing, across labor, dietary complexity, and menu adaptability, is a facility problem. The foodservice design conversation […]
2026 Commercial Kitchen Design Trends
What the 2026 NRA Show signals about automation and smart equipment in commercial kitchen design. Practical implications for architects and project teams.
Designing for Water Quality: What Needs to Be Coordinated Early
What needs to be in your design documents to address water quality in commercial kitchens. A coordination guide by phase for architects and consultants.
Water Quality and Its Direct Impact on Equipment Performance
How water quality affects commercial kitchen equipment performance. What architects and owners need to understand before the facility design is complete.
Foodservice Equipment Longevity Starts with Infrastructure
Why foodservice equipment fails early, and how the right infrastructure decisions during design protect performance and reduce lifecycle cost.
Best Practices for Commercial Kitchen Installation and Coordination
How to coordinate commercial kitchen installation and avoid the most common field problems. A preconstruction guide for architects and project teams.
Restaurant Kitchen Layout: What Architects Need to Know
What architects need to know about restaurant kitchen layout: code, MEP coordination, and how early decisions protect the project schedule and budget.
Commercial Kitchen Layout for Workflow
How to design a commercial kitchen layout that supports workflow and efficiency. A practical guide for architects on coordination, sequencing, and zoning.