The designers explored the possibilities of expanding the space by focusing on scale, form, color and light. The jewelry theme is the unifying element for the design. This theme flows throughout and can be seen in even the smallest details. From the sleek metal hardware to the quirky crown molding, the designers create an unexpected, high-tech working environment. The color palette was chosen to complement the jewel tones of the desert southwest.
Designers working in New Mexico are intensely aware of color because of the quality of light.
Color becomes a very important, and in this project, a fun element. Shapes and forms are the designers fanciful interpretations of some of the client's jewelry designs. Large-scale furniture components expand the almost square dimensions of the space, while scale reflects the energetic and dynamic personalities of the clients. The jewel-like sparkle from the halogen light sources enhances the total design. A home-based retail business selling, buying and repairing toy trains.