Category: Commercial Kitchen Design

Commercial Kitchen Floor Sinks: Plan Before You Pour

August 24, 2026

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Commercial Kitchen Equipment Installation: Recent Projects

August 10, 2026

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3D Commercial Kitchen Design: See It Before You Build It

July 10, 2026

FILED UNDER 3D Kitchen Design FEATURING HRI Design Team DRAWN BY the HRI Team SHEET FIELD NOTES / 002 INTRODUCTION Every commercial kitchen gets built twice. Once on paper, and once in concrete. The difference between a...

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Commercial Kitchen Layout: The 6 Functional Zones

July 7, 2026

FILED UNDER Commercial Kitchen Design FEATURING HRI Design Team DRAWN BY the HRI Team SHEET FIELD NOTES / 001 INTRODUCTION Ask three people how to lay out a commercial kitchen and you will get three different drawings. ...

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Commercial Kitchen Budgeting Guide: From Hood Systems to Smallwares

June 5, 2026

  Most kitchen budgets fail in the same place: the line items that didn't make it onto the spreadsheet. Here's a category-by-category guide to what every part of a commercial kitchen actually costs in 2026 — from your $50,000 hood...

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How to Modernize a School Cafeteria: What Districts Are Getting Right

May 29, 2026

  A modern school cafeteria isn't a new piece of equipment or a refreshed dining room. It's both — working together to support nutrition programs that have changed dramatically in the last decade, and students whose expectations h...

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How To Design A Commercial Kitchen? A Comprehensive Guide

March 31, 2026

Commercial Kitchen Design Guide The best commercial kitchens in Buffalo, Erie, Cleveland, and Pittsburgh are not built around equipment first. They are built around function. When each part of the kitchen has a clear purpose and supports t...

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HRI Expands Into the Cleveland Market to Deliver End-to-End Commercial Kitchen Support Across Northeast Ohio

March 24, 2026

Featured in USA Today HRI Expands Into the Cleveland Market to Deliver End-to-End Commercial Kitchen Support Across Northeast Ohio HRI Commercial Food Service is expanding into Cleveland with a full-service model designed to help restaura...

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Clamshell Griddles Explained: Faster Cooking for High-Volume Kitchens

March 5, 2026

Watch the Equipment in Action A quick walkthrough explaining why clamshell griddles cook faster and more consistently using top-and-bottom heat. Key Takeaways Clamshell griddles cook food from both the top and bottom at t...

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Designing School Lunchrooms & Kitchens for Safer, More Flexible, and More Connected Student Experiences

January 12, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Let us guide you through our HRI packages and options in a 15-minute session to assist you in finding the perfect package. For a side-by-side package comparison, please refer to this link.

No problem! Upgrading to a higher-tier package is easy, and any payments made will be credited towards the upgrade.

Your journey begins with a 30-60 minute initial meeting led by your assigned Chef Designer. This session is dedicated to understanding your vision and needs, translating them into an initial design. Following this, we’ll reconvene for a real-time collaboration session to refine the design. Based on your chosen package, you’ll have two to three meetings to review and finalize the design. For more details on what each package includes, click here.

Our design timelines vary, with some packages being completed in just 2-4 weeks. Your Chef will keep you informed about the expected timelines and next steps during each meeting.

Communication is through email and text, with the Design Kick-Off and subsequent meetings held over Zoom. This allows for real-time collaboration and adjustments. All designs will be sent to you in PDF format via email.

We aim to design spaces that efficiently fulfill your vision. If you wish to incorporate existing equipment, please bring the necessary details to the initial meeting.

You have the option to buy the required equipment through HRI. After finalizing your design, HRI will provide a comprehensive equipment quote.

Please note, the materials we provide are intended for conceptual and layout purposes only and are not suitable for permits or health inspections, which require documents from licensed professionals.

The documents we provide serve for conceptualization and layout planning only. Any required construction documents must be obtained from professional construction services.

Even if you’re not ready to begin construction, we’re here to help. Our initial discussions will help us tailor our design services to your project’s specific needs.

For additional requirements, we offer a range of services for an extra charge. Discuss these options with your designer.

  • Custom Stainless Steel Shop Drawings and Renderings
  • 2D CAD Files and 3D Visuals
  • Digital 3D Tours

Yes! We’ve partnered with FS Foodservice Solutions to make financing your equipment simple and affordable. Whether you’re purchasing a single piece or building out a full kitchen, FS offers flexible programs with quick approvals, competitive terms, and the ability to include soft costs like installation or freight. Financing is available for both new and used equipment, starting at just $500 with no maximum limit. Click here to explore your financing options and to get a free quote.

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