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Texas restaurant design expert digs into 3 big eatery trends for 2022

CultureMap Create
Jan 31, 2022 | 12:00 pm

Having been in the hospitality design industry for over two decades, Construction Concepts CEO Josh Weisman has seen every popular interior design trend come and go.

The last two years have no doubt seen massive shifts in the restaurant industry, as everyone navigates the changes brought on by the pandemic.

From takeout and third-party delivery to outdoor dining and limited seating, see which trends Weisman says are here to stay.

Outdoor dining
In Austin, outdoor dining isn’t a new phenomenon — it has long been a part of the dining culture here. However, those that were not already part of that trend were forced to adapt in order to survive when the pandemic hit.

As a result, make-shift patios popped up as sidewalks and parking lots were converted essentially overnight, and their popularity grew so much that now people expect that option to continue.

"We are going to see tremendously more outdoor dining and social spaces across the board in all industries," says Weisman. "We are going to see downtown dining venues incorporate outdoor seating into their design plans, whether that be a new build or a remodel to an existing space. Before, we may have only seen that in areas that were on the water or outside of downtown. Now it's here to stay, and with the right design it can be a huge benefit."

While we are lucky to live in a warm climate, Texas is known to throw all four seasons at us on a moment's notice.

"This is one factor that some restaurants cite as to why they didn’t have outdoor dining in the past," continues Weisman. "Those concerns are easily overcome with countless options for enclosed seating areas that allow you to reconfigure as quickly as the weather."

Social-distance dining
While not every venue can offer outdoor seating, every venue can benefit from a well-thought-out design that can quickly adapt when needs change. The use of architectural pieces will be in high demand this year, as flexible interior layouts are still essential.

"A good design has to do more than just look good — it also has to function well," says Weisman. "Eliminating booths isn’t necessary, but reconfiguring them with higher backs or architectural elements that divide the space but still feel cohesive is definitely in demand. Unique, structural, open walls can serve as a focal piece of the design and provide separation that still allows everyone to feel a part of the overall experience. The key is to balance the design with the build."

To-go isn't going anywhere
Whether fast-casual or traditional dine-in, to-go is now engrained in the food and beverage ecosystem. Restaurants need to offer both of these services seamlessly, so designs must include built-in collection areas for food delivery that won’t disturb diners or create congestion at the host stands. Kitchens also need to be reconfigured to provide adequate space for prep and packaging.

According to reports, the online food delivery segment is projected to reach $66.565 million in 2022, and the number of users is expected to amount to 209.8 million by 2025.

"This is one of the top requests we have from our existing clients," says Mark Bordman, COO of Construction Concepts. "This has become an essential part of the industry, and a trend that is going to see exponential growth over the next few years. If you haven’t already recognized this, you are behind the curve. The good news is, an experienced restaurant builder can create a space specifically designed to function seamlessly within your existing space, troubleshooting any design obstacles that may pop up."

Construction Concepts was recently named to Houston Business Journal's Fast 100 Companies for the third consecutive year, as well as been nominated for six Landmark Awards across three categories and recognized with the Business Impact Award for the work done through its charity initiative, BLDit (Building Lives and Dreams in Texas).

Additional recognitions include being named as one of the Best Restaurant Contractors by General Contractors Magazine, Best Hospitality Contractors by HoustonArchitects.org, and the 2018 Salon of the Year Award from SalonToday.com.

They are also a two-time recipient of the INC. 5000 Fastest Growing Companies in America Award, INC. 5000's Regional Texas Award, and INC. Magazine's Best in the Business award.

Explore their expansive portfolio here and let them know what they can build for you.

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Movie Review

Weird: The Al Yankovic Story is as wacky and over-the-top as expected

Alex Bentley
Nov 7, 2022 | 2:29 pm
Weird: The Al Yankovic Story is as wacky and over-the-top as expected
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Evan Rachel Wood and Daniel Radcliffe in Weird: The Al Yankovic Story

For over 40 years, “Weird Al” Yankovic has reigned as the world’s most popular comedy musician. Given the unserious nature of Yankovic’s songs, a movie about his life was never going to be straightforward. Taking inspiration from a 2013 Funny or Die video of the same name, Weird: The Al Yankovic Story plays out as – what else? – a parody of music biopics, which tend to have many of the same beats, such as a rough childhood, music providing a salvation, issues with drugs and/or alcohol, and, ultimately, redemption.

And so, hilariously, the young Al yearns to play the accordion and make up fake lyrics to real songs, only to be stymied by his well-meaning mom, Mary (Julianne Nicholson), and angry and violent dad, Nick (Toby Huss). After hearing things like “We agree that you should stop being yourself and doing the things you love,” he rebels by going to … a teenage polka party. (Unintentionally funny is that Nicholson recently played Marilyn Monroe’s mom in Blonde, a 1-2 punch that’s hard to beat.)

When Al (now played by Daniel Radcliffe) finally gets out of the house, he’s able to spread his wings and make the weird music he wants, overcoming the skepticism of record executives like Tony Scotti (played by Yankovic) with the help of mentor Dr. Demento (Rainn Wilson). When Madonna (Evan Rachel Wood) becomes his girlfriend to, in part, get the sweet bump that one of his parody songs can provide, it starts in motion a series of events too ridiculous to be true.

Directed by Eric Appel (who also made the short film) and written by Appel and Yankovic, the film can essentially be split in two. The first half is the more successful part, as the pure comedy of his parents' overreactions to his music tastes, the random ways in which he draws inspiration for songs like “My Bologna,” and other out-of-nowhere things never fail to draw a laugh.

Not content to play out the whole movie that way, the filmmakers make the second half into something … weird. Without spoiling anything, it radically shifts the perspective of Weird Al as both a musician and a person, a change that, while still objectively funny, takes on a much different tone. It also features less of his music, a decision that takes some of the early fun out of the film.

The film features a bevy of celebrity cameos, like Lin-Manuel Miranda as a surgeon, Conan O’Brien as Andy Warhol, and Quinta Brunson as Oprah Winfrey, as well as a pool party scene featuring a slew of ‘80s icons like Devo, John Denver, Pee Wee Herman, Tiny Tim, Gallagher, Divine, and Elvira. You never know who’s going to pop up next, giving the film an extra dose of enjoyment in addition to the story.

Radcliffe, though much shorter than the actual Weird Al (likely a joke in and of itself), is a great fit for the role, bringing the type of energy it deserves. Even when lip-synching (the voice when singing is definitely the real Weird Al), he’s all-in on the performance. Wood is also great, delivering a depiction of Madonna that’s even more out-there than the real-life version.

Weird: The Al Yankovic Story ultimately hits more highs than lows thanks to the funny “origin” stories around songs like “Eat It,” “Another One Rides the Bus,” and “Like a Surgeon.” You can give the filmmakers credit for trying something different, but like any popular musician, things are better when they play the hits.

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Weird: The Al Yankovic Story is now streaming on The Roku Channel.

Evan Rachel Wood and Daniel Radcliffe in Weird: The Al Yankovic Story

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Election Day

CapMetro waives Austin public transportation fares for Election Day on November 8

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Nov 7, 2022 | 1:23 pm
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CapMetro is suspending fares on November 8 to encourage Austinites to vote.

Election Day is on Tuesday, November 8, and CapMetro is suspending fares on all services to help voters get to their nearest polling location.

CapMetro's bus, rail, bike, and pickup service will offer accessibility to polling locations across Central Texas.

According to a press release, "The agency also hopes that by suspending fares, it will encourage more people to exercise their right to vote."

CapMetro is also waiving fares for MetroBike customers who download the BCycle app, select the Explorer pass and type in the promo code "BIKETOVOTE2022."

For a guide to Candidate Job Descriptions, check out our coverage of local organization GoodPolitics, or enter your address at Vote411.org to create a personalized ballot. To find your nearest polling station and check estimated wait times, head to the Travis County Clerk's Election Dashboard.

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Pop rock powerhouse Paramore heads to Austin on new North American arena tour

Steven Devadanam
Nov 7, 2022 | 12:34 pm
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Paramore are coming back to Austin in 2023.

Austin fans of alterna-emo-pop group Paramore and their radio-ready hooks can catch the trio next year during a just-announced stadium tour.

The act famous for anthemic singles such as "Ain't It Fun," "Misery Business," and "Still Into You" will hit Austin's Moody Center on July 9, 2023, with Foals and The Linda Lindas as openers.

Tickets go on sale to the general public at 10 am Friday, November 11 at MoodyCenterATX.com. To protect tickets from mass-purchasing scalpers, the tour is partnering with Ticketmaster’s Verified Fan platform on two presales; those interested can register for both presales here now through Monday, November 7 at 10:59 pm.

In addition to Austin, Paramore will play Fort Worth's Dickies Arena on July 8 and Houston's Toyota Center on July 10.

Paramore is touring in support of their sixth studio album, This Is Why, which is slated for a February 10, 2023 release. The band recently performed the title track on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and also recently performed at Austin City Limits.

Formed in 2004 in Franklin, Tennessee, Paramore has seen myriad lineup changes, but has been consistently led by charismatic lead singer Hayley Williams, known for her hair of varied hues and springy stage presence. The band boasts more than 17 million followers on Spotify with more than 500 million streams on songs "Still Into You" and "Misery Business."

Active in socio-political issues, Paramore is donating portion of ticket sales to Support + Feed, which supports plant-based food initiatives and food equality and REVERB, an environmental nonprofit. REVERB will also host an "eco-village" at each tour stop to raise awareness for social and environmental causes.

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