The Cube Sillu Salón Ukhu Diseño by Zoe Lee

The Cube Sillu Salón Ukhu Diseño by Zoe Lee is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2021 A' Design Award Fierru Premiu in Ukupi Kamay Competition Category.

FierruUkupi· 2021

The Cube Sillu Salón Ukhu Diseño

by Zoe Lee

Client: The Cube Nail Lab

A' Design Award Fierru Premiu Winner in Ukupi Category

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Colors

The Design

About The Cube Sillu Salón Ukhu Diseño

The Cube nisqa Toronto llaqtapi sillu salón ukhunpi diseñom. Kay yuyayqa Rubik cubo nisqamanta hamun, chaymi paredkuna, pampa hinaspa hanaq patapas huk kikin cerámica tejakuna patrónwan qatasqa kanku. Puka color 4 por 4 pulgada, 8 por 8 pulgada tejakunam paredmanta pampaman hinaspa mesaman tinkusqa rikch'akun, chaymi grilla mana p'akikuspa tukuy k'uchupi purin. Kuchuyuq hinaspa cubo rikch'aq estantekuna paredmanta llaqllasqa kanku. Cobre acabadokuna hinaspa pastel colorkunam huk qhun hinaspa musuq pacha kaqta ruwanku, imachus sillu salónkunapa yachasqa lluq'i rikch'ayninmanta huk sunt'a kaqta rikuchin.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Fierru Premiu

The Cube Sillu Salón Ukhu Diseño A' Design Award Fierru Premiu mishak kan, yupaychay, kayta ruray yachak shinallatak industriapak mañaykunata paktachik alli diseñukunaman kun. Fierru mishak kashkakunaka hatun ruray ushayta, hanak yachayta, yachak yuyayta shinallatak ruray kamachiyta rikuchinku. The Cube Sillu Salón Ukhu Diseño sinchi yupaychashka, kuyashka shinallatak kuyashka ruray, ruranapak alli shinallatak mushuk yuyaypi kanata munanku. Kay Fierru Premiu japishka diseñuka industriapak ashtawan alli ruraykunata tantachin shinallatak yachaywan shinallatak ushaywan tantashka tekniku ushayta charin. Sinchi ruraymanta The Cube Sillu Salón Ukhu Diseño yupaychashka kan shinallatak kawsayta alliyachik ruraykunata kuypak ruray kan, pachata ashtawan alli kachun ruran.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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