Expression Quote by Roy Choi
“A-Frame became an expression of creating a place where everyone would feel comfortable, even if you were made to feel uncomfortable in restaurants before. It's a place where I explored my own insecurities as far as being mistreated in restaurants or being given the worst table.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Restaurant Design Talk, Roy Choi, 2019
Creating a dining space that welcomes all, especially those uncomfortable in typical settings, by confronting personal insecurities.
In simple terms: Design can make uncomfortable people feel safe.
Key Takeaway
Design inclusive spaces.
Themes
inclusion
comfort
design
social anxiety
Mood
thoughtful
empathetic
Type
design
social
When to use this quote
- restaurant openings
- community events
- therapy groups
Key Concepts
space psychology
hospitality
empowerment
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes you feel uneasy in public?
- How can design address deeper anxieties?
A Different Perspective
Not all discomfort can be resolved by design alone.
