Wine Store Design Part 5: Lighting Installation
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Way back when I posted a conceptual drawing of the store showing some pendant lampshades, as well as a reflected ceiling plan. Finally, the concept has been turned into reality, with the 48 custom light fixtures having been installed. Here are a few photos capturing the installation process and the finished product, along with a shot of Fabien (and his very small crew!) who did an amazing job as the electrician on the project. Of course, major props also go to Della Valle & Bernheimer Design.
In case you’re wondering what the black stripe is in the background, it’s an 18 inch strip of blackboard paint that’s been painted above the wine racks, so that I can flexibly label (and relabel) items as they make their way onto the shelves. There’s also magnetic primer painted underneath so I can post papers and whatnot (shelftalkers? Unlikely…) up there.
Pretty soon I hope to have wine on the shelves, but the timing of that is resting in the hands of the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health. I’ll be sure to keep you posted.
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August 16th, 2009 at 2:33 pm
I am really excited to see your beautiful shop and your selections. All of your wines so far have been such gems.
August 16th, 2009 at 10:32 pm
The lights look fantastic, I bet you’re very pleased with the result. Looking forward to seeing the rest come to life.
August 17th, 2009 at 6:17 am
Looks great and very different from what I know. Good luck and best greetings from Brazil!
August 17th, 2009 at 7:37 am
I’ve never seen a light guy wearing a kilt before. Funny, he doesn’t look scottish.
August 24th, 2009 at 8:10 pm
Love the stripe of blackboard paint. Cool.
August 26th, 2009 at 3:16 am
The place looks really cool Jill - I didn’t even realize you were opening a B&M shop - good for you! Guess I need to pay better attentinon.
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September 4th, 2009 at 6:04 am
congratulations on your opening….lighting looks great…..looking forward to seeing more pictures !! good luck from the east!!
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