Design-Build in Record Time
At the core of DNA’s success is its ability to deliver high-quality projects under tight deadlines and budgets. The Xi’an Famous Foods Union Square project is a prime example of how the agency’s integrated design-build approach allows for rapid execution without compromising on aesthetics or functionality. Lead designer Tenzin Samphel and his team leveraged existing infrastructure from the previous tenant, keeping the design simple but impactful.
“We’re not just creating spaces; we’re rethinking the entire design and build process,” says Samphel. “By integrating design and construction, we eliminate unnecessary steps, shorten timelines, and still deliver exceptional quality for our clients.”
Sustainable, Locally Sourced Solutions
A key aspect of DNA’s approach is navigating tight budgets while maintaining a commitment to sustainability. While local sourcing is part of the process, the real challenge lies in delivering high-quality, visually cohesive designs within strict financial and time constraints. DNA’s expertise in balancing these demands highlights its ability to execute fast and sustainable design-build projects without sacrificing quality.
Challenging the Industry Across Restaurant Types
With a growing list of projects including Chinese Odyssey, The Duo, Long Noodles, and Fleur, DNA has demonstrated that its streamlined approach applies across diverse restaurant formats. By cutting out middlemen and handling all aspects of the design-build process in-house, DNA is redefining what it means to deliver functional, brand-driven spaces under tight budgets and timelines, making them a disruptive force in both the design and build industries.
About Design Next Agency
Design Next Agency is a premier hospitality design-build group, seamlessly integrating a cutting-edge visual and interior design firm with a full-service architectural and construction company to bring visionary spaces to life from the ground up. Known for tackling the complexities of the hospitality sector, DNA provides an all-in-one solution for creating functional, customer-centric spaces on tight timelines.
