Small Store Sensation!

Retail businesses are finding new ways to thrive these days.

From shared leased spaces to pop-up shops and events to home-based locations,

we're seeing proof that 'Where there's a will, there's a way'.

I recently worked on a small retail shop located in a garage on rural property.

Yes, you heard that right:

A garage.

you're just dying of curiosity now, aren't you?! 

see the whole process after the jump...

It took two weeks from start to finish on this project!

Here's a pictorial 'project in progress'...

Before - during drywall:

[note the original garage door, the barn door on the ground, 

and the metal awning shown in a photo with the garage door]

After replacement of the garage door with the barn door and french doors, 

paint, and adding the exterior awning:

Permanent lighting was installed and several architectural features were added.

[including a 'wall' of old doors and shutters to screen off utilities,

shutters on the window, and metal and wood awnings to delineate zones]

Fixtures and Props were brought in, then loaded with product.

The final result was a large, open space with high ceilings

[and large mirrors that worked like windows to expand the effect]

that is inviting, charming, and functional.

This is a seasonal store that opens for a weekend each season of the year -

and it will be restyled and restocked each time, with a whole new look.

The light, bright white color scheme creates the perfect backdrop for that.

Yes, it really WAS a garage.

But most people who came to the opening didn't even realize it!
Some asked how old the barn was. ;0)


Lesson:
Architectural elements and creative use of materials
can create atmosphere in ANY space. 
And it doesn't have to cost a fortune, either.
Less than $250.00 was spent on all of the supplies and details shown.
[smart shopping, thrifting, and Craigslist ;0) ]


Now... what can you do to YOUR space? No more excuses!