Blu Water Day Spa & Salon
Kensington, Maryland
Bluwaterdayspa.com
OWNERS: Julie Nguyen
SALON STYLE: Elegant
SQUARE FOOTAGE: 4,500
STYLING STATIONS: 6
TREATMENT ROOMS: 6
EQUIPMENT:Belvedere
FURNITURE: Todd Fletcher from Belvedere
TOTAL DESIGN INVESTMENT: $110,000
RETAIL LINE:Davines
COLOR LINE:Davines
DESIGN:Linowes Design Associates
ARCHITECT: Tom Donavan, Custom Commercial Interiors; Scott Davis, Scott Davis Construction
PHOTOGRAPHY: Ron Soloman&Anfon Ha
“The calming orchid-filled retail and reception area opens to a luxurious custom waterfall displaying Blu Water’s logo. Seated behind a one-of-a-kind bamboo and textured natural concrete reception desk, the concierge awaits the arrival of the guests.”
JUDGES’ COMMENTS:
“The backdrop for the desk is a waterfall wall that embellishes the entire front of the space and is very effective branding.”—Ortmann
“One of the best retail/front desk areas. The mani/pedi area also gets an A+.”—Labos
“Great use of space to provide privacy.”—Valenzuela
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