Bamboo has been a favorite material of LEED accredited professionals and environmentally conscious designers for quite a while. The most common application of bamboo is in flooring and decks. But did you know that you can use bamboo on walls, ceilings and the exterior of your building? In fact, bamboo exterior wall siding can improve […]
Frozen Yogurt Shop Design: Mindful Design Consulting All images: Mindful Design Consulting CC Swirls is an established frozen yogurt shop brand that currently has 3 locations in Niagara Falls and Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada. Mindful Design Consulting has created a modern and cheerful interior to follow the overall brand of this frozen yogurt company. We […]
As issues of sustainability and environmental friendliness move to the forefront, any interior designer should consider cork flooring as both a responsible and stylish option to offer to clients. Cork is harvested from the bark of cork trees, a resource that can be tapped over and over again throughout the lifespan of the tree. It’s […]
Yogurt Sundae store design: Mindful Design Consulting All images: Mindful Design Consulting Yogurt Sundae is a self-serve yogurt shop brand in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area, that has opened two new locations within a short period of time. It was intended as a family gathering place and a fun venue for events, in addition to providing […]
Solartube in Commercial Interior, Via www.solatube.com Solartube lighting at Mod Market – Boulder, CO If you’re looking to save money on an electric bill of your store or your restaurant using Solartube could be a great solution. You’ll find dazzling variations of the designs and applications of this green product. Solartube lighting at Allegheny College […]
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Now that you have your location and you are looking into hiring a restaurant designer and getting your new restaurant building permits, how do you proceed? It’s easy if one of your friends have had a great experience with an interior designer or interior architect, since a referral takes the guessing out of your search. […]
Photo via Pantone website By now everyone knows that the new color of the year 2015 is: MARSALA PANTONE 18-1438 Here is what the Executive Director of Pantone Color Institute Leatrice Eiseman said about the new selected color: “Marsala enriches our mind, body and soul, exuding confidence and stability. Marsala is a subtly seductive shade, […]
Mič Styling Hair Salon Looks Like a Paper Doll House Project: Hairstyle Salon Mič Styling Designed by Kitsch-Nitsch Location: Ljubljana, Slovenia Mič Styling Salon, one of the most popular hair care options in Slovenia, has recently turned to design team Kitsch-Nitsch to create a fresh new look to draw in the next generation. The new Young Mič Styling […]
If you are looking for a material that could give you some visual edge while being in tune with your desire to use sustainable materials, consider recycled glass countertops and floors for your bar or restaurant. They give your space a unique look, bring is the brightness of glass, and come with a worthy story. […]
Interactive Store Display Design Allows to Get Inside of a Hermes Bag. Nothing says luxury like the opportunity to experience the rich inner world, so to speak, or an elegant Hermes handbag. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be a pair of sunglasses or bedazzled cell phone cradled in the sumptuous interior of […]
Oceanside glass tiles are a beautiful way to add sustainable material into your commercial interior design. Handcrafted from recycled post-consumer glass bottles and silica sand, an abundant natural resource, they make for a true green design and offer amazing looks and results. Above: Zoetic Overture in Peacock Iridescent and Devotion Sirena in the Serenity Blend […]
Android Interacts With Consumers, New Twist on Interactive Display in a Modern Store Design in Japan. Tokyo department store Takashimaya, in collaboration with Dr Hiroshi Ishiguro of Osaka University, have taken advertising to a new level in a stunning demonstration of the visual merchandising opportunities and technology that have become available in 2014. Robots have […]
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Interactive Display for Christmas – Holiday Store Front Design Designed by Moritz Waldemeyer Everyone loves a good Christmas display. It’s wonderful to celebrate the holiday by admiring lighting crafted by a designer. The layout may be simple or complex. Regardless, the beauty is often unsurpassed on a winter’s night. Moritz Waldemeyer recently created an interactive installation […]
Earth Weave Carpet is an Environmentally Conscious Choice for Any Commercial or Residential Interior. When you are looking for a new carpet for one of your interior design projects the choices seem endless. There are so many things to consider: durability, look, price, and whether the carpet is made of a sustainable material. If you […]
Futuristic Pop Up Store in Paris – New Creative Pop Up Display Design by studio Bonsoir Paris The trendy look of the Bright Young Things London concept store in the departments of Selfridges in Paris, France, has got it noticed by shoppers. The idea for a pop up space along with flashy window displays was […]
Using metallic paints in interior design is an easy way to raise the decorative level of commercial or residential spaces. If you are looking for a paint that can make a strong visual statement and bring in an extra touch of glamour, consider the Modern Masters metallic paints. This generous collection keeps you well provided […]
Design by Axis Design Cyberport’s Smart-Space 3 business center in Hong Kong went through a great transformation of the office design. This IT landmark on the South Side of the island has breathtaking views of the open water. Envisioned as a high tech, high touch experience, the design combines the latest in technology with organic […]
The Beauty of Bamboo Plywood and Its Application in Interior Design Projects. Bamboo is a wonderful material that can be used in a wide range of projects and for many different purposes. It has a lot of excellent features that make it a great choice for any health and environmental impact conscious interior designer. Plybam […]
KRITI Hotel Interior Design in Greece – history and modern elements in one. Photography: Haris Mavrogenis Design by Architectural Office RKITEKTS, Epaminondas Daskalakis & Associates The beach-front Kriti Hotel is located in the Koum Kapi district within the city of Chania at Crete. This four-story hotel was built in 1971 and was recently renovated to […]
If you are looking for a greener, more sustainable flooring selection for your commercial interior design project, look into Forbo Marmoleum. Forbo Marmoleum is an up-and-coming, sustainable material perfect for residential or commercial interior design projects. Marmoleum combines the best characteristics of green materials that enhance a living or work space while considering the environment […]
Designed by Wirt Design Group. The Whole Foods Market office is located on the top two floors of the LEED Gold office building in Glendale, California. The Wirt Design Group was challenged to create an office design with an open ambiance that would encourage the spirit of collaboration and creativity reflective of the Whole Foods […]
The Oriental Hotel of Kobe in Japan Designed by Ryu Kosaka, Hiroyuki Iizumi, Sachio Suzaka / A.N.D. Photography by Nacasa & Partners Inc Via retaildesignblog.net First opened in 1870, the Oriental Hotel in Japan has always been a gem in Kobe. From attracting celebrities like the Royal Family and Marilyn Monroe, to its post-earthquake closure […]
In early 2014, My Yogurt opened its first location with a simple goal – bring healthy yogurt and treats to their customers in a fun environment. After the success of its first store, My Yogurt was invited to open their second location inside a beautiful new and fun kiosk built by Mission Valley Mall specifically […]
For a bakery interior, Maisquepan took the road less traveled and came away with an interior that combines modern lines and traditional warmth. Taking advantage of the open spaces outside the store and the floor-length windows to highlight the activity within, NAN Architects have created an inviting exterior that frames the interior business. Steel surfaces […]
The Poiray Jewelry Store’s Simple yet Sophisticated Interior Design. The interior design of this Place Vendome store has a bold, fresh look. This boutique, under new management, features an inviting entrance area that brings the Paris boutiques of old to mind. Once shoppers step inside the doors, they’ll be treated to a unique mixture of […]
The Cupcake Boutique recently unveiled its newly renovated interior design in Stuttgart City Centre. The architect designers DITTEL/ARCHITEKTEN expanded the sales space by 80 square meters, creating an open and equally inviting atmosphere. The cohesiveness of the minimalist color scheme draws the patron’s attention to the artful display of cupcakes. These treats add a sweet […]
Via retaildesignblog.net Dessert bar interior design: Joseph Grappin All photos: Julien Lelièvre via retaildesignblog.net The Dessance restaurant is located in the historic district of Paris, the Marais. Customers enter through a ground level door of an old, stone mansion. Though artificial lighting is in place, large windows allow natural light to stream into the the […]
Engineered by interior design students of the Ellen Fraser Graduate School in Melbourne, Australia, Masterchef Adriano Zumbo’s new patisserie located in the same city is as unique as they come. The owner wanted a partially pink store and a dark mysterious space. The young designers fully embraced the idea and came up with a unique […]
