mad men and minneapolis

I'll admit, I started watching Mad Men after reading an article with photos of the award-winninng set design. The authenticity of the period in history is what intrigued me, and the story line has me hooked into the final season!

Described as a time capsule from the world of 1960's advertising in New York, the mid-century furniture takes center stage. The styles and details of the set design are so cool to see transform throughout the drama.

 (Image via Interior Design Magazine)

Mad Men Article (via Interior Design Magazine):

http://m.interiordesign.net/projects/detail/2343-welcome-to-1969-mad-mens-award-winning-set-design/

At the beginning of my interior design career I worked on various ad agencies in Minneapolis. I love designing spaces with purpose and intention.  Adversing agencies need to reflect their company brand, attract potential clients, and spark the creativity of employees.  Sienna Lynn Studio is currently working with one of the top advertising agencies here in Minneapolis.  With the final episode of Mad Men approaching, this real Minneapolis workspace design begins...much more exciting!

Hard hat zone. Visualizing a new creative work space downtown

Design meeting in Minneapolis

friday focus: Painterly Hair Artisan

Wrapping up our friday focus series...another unique business that Sienna Lynn Studio has the pleasure of working with: Painterly Hair Artisan.

Painterly Hair Artisan is a boutique brand hair salon specializing in the art of hair painting.  As a master artisan, Brooke has over 5,000 followers on instagram! Check out why they're swooning over her artistic and beautiful hair transformations! https://instagram.com/painterlyhairartisan/

Branded inspiration board by Sienna Lynn Studio:

(Painterly logo by Kelly Gleonde)

Decor pieces compliment the custom retail, beverage area, and hair styling space at Painterly Hair Artisan. The proposed color palette of aqua and brown combine with original branded purple accents.

friday focus: Charlie & Violet Photography

Sienna Lynn Studio is grateful to work with such amazing clients in the Twin Cities! Continuing the friday focus series: Charlie and Violet Photography. 

Nicole is super talented. As an award-winning photographer, her photos capture art, emotion and beauty like no other. Simply gorgeous images! Recently I was fortune to have Nicole photograph my newborn son, and the entire experience was such a joy. 

Charlie and Violet website: http://www.charlieandviolet.com
Check out her new studio:

(Photo courtesy of Charlie and Violet)

friday focus: BzBody Fitness

The excitement of working with other business owners who follow their passion is contagious!  

Over the next few Fridays, I'm focusing on some unique and distinctive local businesses that Sienna Studio has the opportunity to work with.

BzBody Fitness is located inside Champions Hall, a multi-venue sports and event center.  It's filled with forward-thinking sports and fitness tenants. I had the opportunity to work with Shannon, the owner of BzBody Fitness.  After years as a personal trainer, her energy and expertise led her to to launch BzBody fitness studio in Eden Prairie, which offers the latest in group fitness and personal training.   

 

studio sunshine

After a long winter and remodel...

Enjoying a sunny day in the new studio!

opening soon

In-progress photos of the new Mugshots Coffee Company by Sienna Lynn Studio:

Sherwin William's Decisive Yellow!  A small dose of bright to compliment the design. 

Just installed -- the custom 5' art installation is so impressive!  Mugshots Coffee Company logo designed in metal with stained wood coffee beans.  One of the many custom features at the new coffee house/event center — at Mugshots Coffee Company.

Furniture deliver day at Mugshots

Coffee bar almost complete...

OPENING APRIL 2015

Stop in for a coffee break:

10518 France Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55431

instagram fun

Join us on Instagram for candid photos of Minneapolis, Sienna Lynn Studio interiors, art, travel, and visual inspiration!

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Some recent favorites...

Urban winter exploration in Minneapolis

Excitement builds...coffee house bar location. Opening later this month!

valentine

 Happy Valentine's day! 

Spending my days (and nights) with this sweet newborn. 
Enjoying these precious moments in time.   

design on the frozen tundra

Last week during our 30 below windchill spell, I (quickly) snapped this shot. The iconic Gutherie theater with the old Gold Medal Flour ruins building behind. 

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coffee house progress

Coffee house for millennials -- architectural finishes in progress. 

The palette is fresh and light, with pops of color.  Aqua and yellow will add a bright compliment to the white walls, grey accents, polished concrete floors, metal and wood elements.  We're excited about the custom features and design details throughout. 

Demo has begun...

(Photo courtesy of Mugshots Coffee Company)

new year excitement

In the midst of some exciting commercial interiors projects...lots to do before the due date later this month!

Sienna Lynn Studio current projects:

• Downtown advertising agency
• North Loop building (lofts and creative agencies)
• Penthouse loft decor
• Residential remodel 
• Office suites (new branded build-outs)
• Coffee House (cafe and event space)

past. present. future...

loft furniture

Remember this downtown view from the luxury loft project?

Well, the furniture is has been delivered.  Now the client can enjoy the gorgeous Minneapolis view from his classic modern furniture.  Barcelona table and chairs, Reed sofa, and that rug...!

2015 color of the year

It's here...the color of the year for 2015: 

Marsala

For decades, Pantone's Color of the Year has influenced product development and purchasing decisions in fashion, home and industrial design, as well as product packaging and graphic design. Here's what they say about the color that will be appearing throughout fashion and retail design in the near future: 

“This earthy red has wine and a very warm brown underneath, which gives the feeling of groundedness, strength, and confidence,” says Leatrice Eisman, Executive Director of Pantone Color Institute. “It has a richness that lends sophistication.” 

A departure from the last few years of bright hues, we're seeing mixed emotions on this color choice.  What's your reaction? 

mugshots

On this cold December morning -- coffee in my mugshots cup while working on the interior design for this new coffee shop build-out!

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celebrate good times

This week we celebrated the little moments and the milestones. 

Another year older means accepting my food intolerance and enjoying a delicious dairy-free cake, real paper cards from family and friends, blowing out candles and making a birthday wish.

The celebration continued into the weekend of our anniversary with (non-alcoholic) champagne as I start my third trimester of pregnancy. Grateful for health, family, friends and clients that make this journey the adventure that it is.   

ambiance office

A few photos from the new Ambiance office build-out. We are loving it!  An office designed for designers.  Beautiful aesthetic and function. 

Break room details: 

Paint colors - Revere Pewter and Chelsea Gray

Custom built cabinets

Chalkboard wall

West Elm 5-Jar Chandelier 

Custom reception desk:

Reclaimed wood with metal surface on casters, built by County Tables

Oil-rubbed bronze and crystal pendants

Barn doors into conference room 
with custom reclaimed wood table and Ghost chairs

design in seattle

Interior designer's get-away to Seattle!  

Lots of walking and talking, site-seeing and Starbucks coffee breaks. 
Postcard views from the top of the Space Needle at sunset:

At the base of the Space Needle sits Chihuly Garden and Glass, an incredible display of the work of world-renowned glass artist (and Tacoma native) Dale Chihuly. AMAZING.

A couple of strolls through the iconic Pike Place Market to watch the fish throwing, and an abundance of food and flower displays.

A day trip with friends to Woodland and Duvall for the wineries and a farm-to-table culinary dinner.  

Such a great trip. Cheers to friendship and travel.