Following the kitchen modernization, Restaurant Léa Linster has recently also redesigned its dining room. With enhanced warmth, improved acoustics, and clever service features, they aim to offer guests a better experience with a more comfortable atmosphere. Nothing less for the newly double-starred chef Louis Linster.
“Many guests found the ambiance somewhat cold and impersonal. So we’ve made the dining room more modern yet cozier,” explains Njomza Linster, the conscientious manager and heart and soul of the guest area. However, some recognizable elements remain: “We’re keeping our traditional white and beige color scheme.”
For the new design, they brought in the interior design firm NJOY, which has already proven itself with several successful hospitality projects. The renovation proceeded in stages, as the large, historic building made the work complex. “We started in August during the summer break and worked through step by step,” says Linster. The final decorative elements were added during the Easter holidays. “It’s exciting for our guests – they discover new details with each visit.”
Improved acoustics
Acoustics were a key consideration. The dining room was enlarged through a breakthrough, which could have amplified sound. Carpeting and sound-absorbing elements on walls and ceilings ensure it remains pleasantly quiet. The new layout also offers more flexibility: the main dining room can accommodate a large table while smaller groups remain undisturbed in the side room. This revised arrangement allows various occasions to run simultaneously – from large family gatherings to business dinners – all in a comfortable atmosphere.
“Form follows function” – the first commandment of good design shouldn’t be neglected when designing a dining room. The renovation aims to optimize service: “It was important to me that our team rarely needs to leave the room and can keep an eye on guests at all times,” explains Njomza. Therefore, practical stations for glasses, cutlery, and beverages were installed directly in the room. These small service stations not only save steps but also ensure smoother operations in the dining room.
A more intimate atmosphere
The restrooms, which were a quarter-century old, have also been renovated. Here, they opted for a more intimate atmosphere with warm, subdued lighting to create a contrast with the dining room. While the ladies’ restrooms are decorated with plants and flowers, the men’s facilities feature some humorous artwork by artist SUMO.
With its new look, Léa Linster stays true to its style: classic, but now with more warmth and enhanced functionality. The restaurant remains what it has always been: a place for good taste – and now for even greater comfort.
This article has been originally published in our Design Supplement of our Spring Kachen Edition 2025.
