albertan design
Optometry Retail Space
This modern part-medical-office, part-retail-space sits in the heart of Calgary’s downtown. We drew up the design with the idea of creating a giant, life-size jewelry box in which the eyewear would be the bold, eye-catching statement baubles. Custom high-gloss white display cases dot the floor, showcasing the shops’ high end spectacles. The client needed lots of room to show off his wares and allow access for patients/ shoppers to try on the goods. By installing floating glass shelves around the perimeter of the store, we met this need while keeping with the rest of the spaces’ clean lines and taking up minimal visual space. Polished brass hardware adds the perfect amount of luxe to the office, while modern light fixtures draw the eye up maximizing the high ceilings.
At the back end of the space sits the optometry clinic. We had custom wingback chairs commissioned for a seating area for patients. Pieces of colourful and graphic artwork were handpicked to complete this quiet nook. A brightly lit hallway leads to private exam rooms and an eye washing station. In all of these rooms, we mirrored the modern, minimalistic look of the retail space- bright white cabinetry and brass hardware give the rooms a posh, gallery feel rather than your typical out-of-touch medical office.
Photography: Paulina Ochoa Photography
Design & Decoration: Interior Design Shoppe in collaboration with Lush Interiors.
Bridgeland Condo
Mid Century Modern Suite
This cozy 300sqft basement suite is located in a 1908 inner-city home. We wanted this place to be as modern and warm as it could while acting as the perfect blank slate for all future tenant’s decor. The use of mid century modern furniture really transformed this clean-lined apartment into an eclectic, quirky and highly functional small living space.
Our clients wanted to make sure they did this renovation right the first time. They spent money where it made a difference, yet scrimped where they could to stay on budget. It was a long haul, due to challenges presented by the age of the home, but we are all so pleased with how it turned out!
Photography: Paulina Ochoa Photography
Design & Staging: Collage Interiors
Furniture & Lamps: Where on Earth Did You Get That? Antique Mall
Acessories & Artwork: Mid-Century Dweller, Ursela Ciechanska