The Cube Design de Interiores de Salão de Manicure by Zoe Lee is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2021 A' Design Award de Ferro in Design de Espaços Interiores e Exposições Competition Category.
FerroInterior· 2021
The Cube Design de Interiores de Salão de Manicure
by Zoe Lee
Client: The Cube Nail Lab
A' Design Award de Ferro Winner in Interior Category
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The Design
About The Cube Design de Interiores de Salão de Manicure
O Cube é o interior de um salão de manicure em Toronto. O conceito nasce do cubo mágico, e as paredes, o piso e o teto são revestidos por um padrão contínuo de azulejos cerâmicos. Ladrilhos cor-de-rosa de 4 por 4 polegadas e de 8 por 8 polegadas alinham-se da parede ao piso e ao balcão, de modo que a malha flui sem interrupção em cada canto. Prateleiras retangulares e em formato de cubo são escavadas na parede. Acabamentos em cobre e tons pastel criam um ambiente acolhedor e moderno, que se distancia da habitual imagem brilhante de um salão de manicure.
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award de Ferro
The Cube Design de Interiores de Salão de Manicure conquistou o A' Design Award de Ferro, um reconhecimento prestigiado atribuído a bons designs que cumprem os requisitos profissionais e industriais esperados de criações bem concebidas. Os vencedores do Ferro demonstram grande habilidade, elevada especialização, compreensão especializada e capacidade criativa dos seus criadores. Espera-se que The Cube Design de Interiores de Salão de Manicure seja uma criação muito considerada, admirada e estimada, prática e inovadora. Este design vencedor do A' Design Award de Ferro integra as melhores práticas do setor e tem características técnicas competentes associadas a conhecimento especializado e talento. Pela sua minúcia, The Cube Design de Interiores de Salão de Manicure merece respeito e destina-se a proporcionar melhorias na qualidade de vida que ajudam a tornar o mundo num lugar melhor.
Behind the Design
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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- The Cube Nail Lab is characterized by its interior,where the walls,floor and ceiling are covered in a continuous ceramic tile pattern.With thoughtful consideration of the brand,a color of pink was picked by the designer to give it a refreshing look that sets the character apart from the typical glossy and glamorous images of a nail spa.
We worked the interior space around its branding colors and paired it with copper finishes to create a warm, cozy environment for a fully modern look. - Dimensions & Packaging
- Pink tile Cesi 4x4 inches and 8x8 inches
Wall covering Maharam
Vinyl Luxury Tile Johnsonite
Solid surface Dupont Corian
Laminate Abet Laminati
Paint Benjamin Moore
Chairs and lamps CB2 and West Elm - Tags
- The Cube Nail Lab, The Cube, Nail Spa, Dexign Matter, 883 Bay Street, Nail Salon
- Production Technology
- The dimensions of 4X4 inches and 8x8 inches pink tile cover the walls and floor in a continuous pattern,the shelves have been carved from the wall.
The geometric wall covering also extends the concept of cubes and lines into the pedicure area.
Copper finishes lighting to highlight a warm,cozy environment for a fully modern look. - Design Challenge
- The challenge of this project: connect all the 4x4 inches and 8x8 inches from wall to floor and counter.
- Research
- A combination of descriptive and associational research was done. The objective was to determine The Perfect location that can offer the best opportunity for the clients business to grow. An initial survey was conducted by comparing various potential sites. From the demographics, age ranges and other competitors. All these factors were crucial during data collection. After this thorough process, a couple of sites were shortlisted. However, a more detailed study was needed to determine the best fit. Additional data on competitions was gathered by looking into how their business is doing or trending collecting data such as the number of years in business, has the business expanded or made significant changes in the last couple of years is a direct relation between its location vs the customers that it supports? Finally, examining the aesthetic and design style of the competitors provided a better understanding of how our clients can utilize design to standout from the crowd and attract potential customers.
- Inspiration
- The concept stems from the branding idea of Rubiks Cube.The tiled grid is a guide for the entrance area,the pattern manages to flow consistently at each corner this is illustrated where the wall or counter meets the ground.Following the pink tile,coupled with the pastel color palette,the retail outlet evokes a simple,ordered yet playful space.Rectangular and cube shaped shelves have been carved from the wall.It is a space within a space.
- Project Duration
- The project started in Dec 2017 and finished in June 2018 in Toronto
- Operation Flow
- The Cube Nail salon operates like your typical salon. As you step into the space, you are greeted by a central table where you can have your nails done, while off to the side is a bank of pedicure chairs.
The main reception desk which is always an integral part of any business is discreet and miniature in size. However, its finished with a tile pattern that is distinct as it represents the very essence of the brand. This same tile pattern ca be seen on the floor and walls that offers a strong visual pull to get customers and passers by into the space. This is evident thru the intense feminine touch light pastel colors relaxing and comfortable seating. Once inside users can appreciate the ambiance while having their nails done. It is a classic example of how aesthetics, the functionality of a space coupled with the services provided can seamlessly integrate and elevate the performance of a product. - Team Members
- Designer Zoe LEE
- Image Credits
- Image #1: Photographer Scott Norsworthy
Image #2: Photographer Scott Norsworthy
Image #3: Photographer Scott Norsworthy
Image #4: Photographer Scott Norsworthy
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