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Photo courtesy of Crow & Gate Pub
Renovations: It’s a word loaded with questions begging answers. What? Where?
When? Don’t forget the rest: Who? How? How much should we renovate? And
the clincher for owners: How much will it cost?
In the constantly changing and always unique pub and private liquor store
industry, keeping up can be a challenge. You need to decide where your money
is best spent, which details to focus on, and how far to go. Addressing these
issues will ensure that your investment will be concentrated on the areas that
will best impact your establishment, patrons, and sales.
Pubs
When considering updating your establishment, you must first decide if full
renovation is needed, or just a partial renovation. When a partial renovation
is considered, it is important to work on areas that will satisfy and please your
existing clientele while attracting new business. Here is a list of cost-effective
renovations that will have the most significant impact on your business.
" Your front entry creates an
experience of your pub before your
clients have even stepped through
the door."
Entrance
Your entrance provides curb appeal and gives the first impression of your
establishment. It can also add a signature to your pub. In fact, your front entry
creates an experience of your pub before your clients have even stepped
through the door, so it is an important area to focus on. Custom front doors
and landscaping are excellent ways to create a lasting impression.
It’s just as important to consider what customers experience when they walk
in. Are they arriving into an open and inviting space, or is it a tight, closed-in
area? People go to pubs because they want to be around others, and they
want to see people when they come into your establishment. If you have a
vestibule type-entry, you can consider replacing the inner doors with frameless
glass doors. This will open up the space and give you a fresh, timeless feature.
Courtesy of James Bradley Consulting Inc.
Windows
Window treatments are one of the most overlooked, cost-effective opportunities
to impact your space, attract new clients, and let your regulars know that you
care about their experience and surroundings. Window coverings help create
scene and effect while complementing the exterior appearance of your building.
Through the use of fabrics or blinds - or a combination of both - you can control
lighting while creating impressive looks that can change, while updating the
whole appearance of your space.
Paint and Wall Coverings
One of the quickest, cost-effective ways to protect and enhance your space
is through the use of paint and wall coverings. These can add texture and
atmosphere to your interior while brightening up areas, making them more
inviting and comfortable. Regular painting and maintenance to the exterior
of the space will allow you to make subtle changes and enhancements while
protecting your investment.
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