In Western Australia on the scenic shores of the Indian Ocean, the city of Perth has long been influenced by the shipping industry. When Mike Darvill & his team at SMA Design began to create a new eatery located in this historic city, they called on the influences of the sea.
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One of the greatest things about a country whose ancestors came from all over the world is the variety of cultures, traditions, and best of all, foods we get to enjoy! In the Park Slope neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York, the Italians had their heyday in the 50s and 60s when sandwich shops dotted the corners and residents enjoyed sandwiches piled high with prosciutto, pastrami, and provolone.
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It’s finally Friday and we’re ready to celebrate! For a change of pace, let’s head back to the Roaring 20s, an era when the economy was thriving, arts and culture were exploring new ideas, and spirits were high even if the distilled kind were outlawed under Prohibition. In a nod to this distinctive time period, the Prohibition Distillery opened its doors last April in Roscoe, New York. The owners recreated a period feel for this new venture by using used industrial lighting to transform the old Roscoe Fire Department into a modern day distillery.
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When you own a commercial business, you want to put your merchandise or services in the best possible light. But that doesn’t mean you simply flood your space with as much wattage as you can afford. Whether you own a retail boutique or a casual eatery, your commercial lighting plan should help customers maneuver safely through your establishment while easily taking in all you have to offer in an inviting atmosphere.
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What’s better than a fresh cup of coffee and a baked-from-scratch maple doughnut to start your day? A welcoming spot to enjoy them with friends and neighbors! The new Mountain Mojo Coffee House in Fairview, North Carolina, has only been open a few weeks but has already become a local favorite. Owner Colleah Habif arrives before the sun each day to bake sweet treats and savory bites in her new energy-efficient building crafted from white pine and locust.
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In business for more than 50 years, the Friendly Bake Shop of Frankfort, New York, was struggling. Too few options in the display case, a dingy, dated space, and three generations of family members with differing ideas on how to move the family business into the future.
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