Tips From an Architect on Opening a New Franchise Restaurant

It’s no wonder that restaurant franchising is so popular — franchisees buy into a proven business model with built-in branding, training and production methods, and (hopefully) a solid customer base. While restaurant franchising helps bypass many of the struggles that come with developing a new business from scratch, it’s not without its own set of challenges and hidden costs.

That’s why having an experienced architect who has delivered plenty of restaurant projects is an invaluable asset in the process of opening a new restaurant franchise. Their perspective and experience will help navigate some of the hidden hurdles to set the business up for a smooth opening and long-term success.

Through my time designing numerous restaurant projects, I’ve found a few core factors that can make or break a successful franchise location.

Franchisor SupportSince each chain supports its franchisees differently, you’ll want to investigate what you, the prospective owner and franchisee, can…