Plex’Eat by Christophe Gernigon Studio is a revolutionary design germinated from the need to cater to a “new normal” in a world that is slowly but surely emerging from the pandemic. These extra-large transparent ceiling-hung protective visors are shaped like lampshades, with a curved rear portion to allow the user to enter and exit. A paragon of minimalist and contextual design, this stylish solution in transparent plexiglass is a brilliant answer to the need for social distancing and methods to control the airborne threat of the virus in the restaurant and hospitality industries.
Unlike some other developments that cater to the need for innovative solutions for anxious customers when cities begin to open up, Plex’Eat is lightweight and can be easily dismantled to sanitise and clean after every sitting. It does not restrict the person’s natural movements and is also optimal in its installation process, thereby benefiting restauranteurs and customers. Overall, the XXL, a chic version of a face shield worn by frontline workers, is an alternative, elegant, and aesthetic solution for social distancing. The French designer’s product was initially proposed in dimensions of 80 centimetres by 70 centimetres, but he has now also developed an enlarged version to fit pairs of diners at a table for two.
