Gone are the plastic furniture, Ronald McDonald and the red and yellow palette that has defined the the world's largest hamburger chain. Leather seats, earth tones, bamboo plants and water trickling down glass panels have taken their place.

The makeover elements are meant to help diners achieve happiness and fortune, whether they realize it or not.

That's because the restaurant was redesigned using the principles of feng shui, the ancient Chinese practice of arranging objects and numbers to promote health, harmony and prosperity.

The concept is an unlikely fit with fast food. But the restaurant's owners say the designs are aimed at creating a soothing setting that will encourage diners to linger over their burgers and fries, and come back again.

The makeover is part of McDonald's attempt in recent years to remodel hundreds of their restaurants to attract more patrons with unique decor and amenities that might entice them to come in and stay awhile. read more