My good friend Jessica deGuardiola, founder of 5s PR in Boston, sent me these snaps of her latest addition - a showroom that serves as a full service fashion + lifestyle space for her clients!
When I asked Jess what gave her the inspiration and motivation to open this space, here's what she said, "We represent a women's boutique in Atlanta (Vetted) in which I assist on a lot of the buying trips for. With each trip, I realized more and more the fact that Boston was missing a legitimate showroom for industry-insiders to have access to independent, talented designers predominately represented in NYC. There's so much talent here in Boston, but we were lacking an "incubator" so to speak, that gave designers a platform to showcase their work."
"The second reason that came into play was more of a natural progression... as a fashion + lifestyle publicist, I have large quantities of samples, sometimes entire collections, at my disposal in my office. It seemed only natural to parlay that into an avenue that would allow me to both publicize and showcase my client's work under one roof."
"It was really important to me to create a space that was warm and inviting. We (my visual director and I) wanted Studio 5 to not only beautifully showcase each designer's collection, but also encourage buyers and media to want to spend time in it. The overall look we were going for was "Eclectic Modern" which we tried to convey with combining modern pieces like the acrylic ghost chairs with more "boho" pieces like my vintage zebra hide."
Jess, you did an amazing job, and the space has certainly inspired this girl! I love the mix of rustic and vintage in the fresh loft setting, and I certainly wish Seattle had more inspired spaces like this for showrooms! I can't wait to start plotting my own little space...
It certainly is an inspired space - I love the white-washed brick walls.
ReplyDeleteI was fun reading the inspiration behind Jess's space and all the best with making your space a reality!!
ReplyDeleteExciting! Janell
Wow, just wow. What an amazingly inspirational space.
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful space! I can't wait to see what your space would look like...I am sure divine!
ReplyDeleteWow! What else to be said? It's very unique and super stylish.
ReplyDeleteI'd create a lot in a space like that. Wouldn't you?
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Luciane at HomeBunch.com
Wow- in a word. I love everything about this space and can see why you picked it as an inspiration for your own potential space. So chic!
ReplyDeletethis is increadible. and you should definitely do it!
ReplyDeleteif I had a line, I would want it shown there! LOVE!
ReplyDelete<3 Cara
Lilac and Grey
OMG! I want to be in this space! I love the fact that it is filled with light and interesting elements are everywhere! I love the stump seating and the stark ghost chairs! Thanks for sharing!
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What an inspiring office! I would love to create in that space...very lucky girl! And super talented!
ReplyDeleteStudio 5 is amazing! I love it!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your expansion! Location is is the sundae, but the space is the cherry on top!
What a beautiful space!! So inspiring!
ReplyDeleteWow- I could get used to walking into a place like that every morning! Loving the whole glam/industrial look.
ReplyDeleteI would be inspired beyond to have a space like this!! I liked her sharing the thoughts behind the design!
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Karena
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First of all I read your tweet about it, congratulations!!!! Secondly, I can't wait to see your space. These images are amazing and I'm so jealous of the loft look that is so popular in NY...we are a little more casual here in CA. Kori xoxo
ReplyDeleteLOVE! someday when we have a studio space we will have a tub in it.
ReplyDeleteWow, I'm so inspired by this work space. I want to work there myself!!
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What an amazing space, I love the mishmash of patterns.
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Adore! So creative and such an expansive space! Loving it, thank you much for sharing!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh, I'm in loooove!!! We're daydreaming about a studio space in Seattle as well, and this has so many elements that I've always pictured, plus some amazing new ideas! Thanks for sharing & can't wait to hear more about your possible new office! xo, Sally
ReplyDeleteSweet Jesus, that space is AMAZING. And bright, and lovely, and gorgeous. I would like to move in.
ReplyDeleteI really love the idea of using old bathtubs for display purposes like in the last picture. I was at an outdoor wedding in October and it was used to hold beer...really cute!
ReplyDeleteSo much about this space just WORKS! The white painted brick, the rustic bathtub mixed with the lucite chairs - all very open and clean without being cluttered and yet plenty for the eye to feast on. Exciting news about getting your own office space. Woohoo!
ReplyDeleteOhhhh! I love an all white office space. Keeping my fingers crossed that you get yours soon.
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That tub! Sick! Good luck on securing our own studio space this spring.
ReplyDeletetotally neat...the old bathtub idea is great , since its recycling im all for it. :) Plus it gives the place a bit of an edge and interest. :))))))
ReplyDeleteThis pictures are fabulous and if you can imagine even better in person! Congrats Jessica, I just adore this space and yes Boston needed you!
ReplyDeletelove love love this space and the small details - like the decals of the designers. Very cool!
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