By design and style, pet retailers are not really known for their fresh, contemporary ambiance. MCM Interiors, , of Vancouver, British Columbia curbed that stereotype with its creation of My Fluffy Friend’s Pet Shop. This 950 square-foot space (formerly a gloomy lounge) was made on a restricted spending budget and fully renovated into a clean, vibrant indoor playground and shop, attracting pet owners and their furry buddies.
As if in a parklike setting, a mod interpretation of a soaring wooden tree stands rooted in the center of the shop masking what was an eye-sore of a structural column. Brilliant white, geometric MDF rings aloft represent branches and are painted crisp citrus tones of lime, orange and lemon on the inverse. The plentiful space surrounding this imaginative focal point was intentionally left so pooches and other pets could maximize interactive playtime.
Floors are a gleaming grey, which offset vivid white walls suspended with shadow-box shelving. These curved pale wood nooks of neon yellow-green and cobalt, sharply show the products which are artistically arranged according to colour spectrum. In fact, this modern day interior is art gallery-worthy with exposed ductwork, a white walled-perimeter and ceiling, as effectively as speciality spotlighting and hanging metal pendants to showcase the exclusive pet wares.
Adding to the exciting of this pet-friendly space is a miniature agility course constructed of artificial grass, raised pebbles and treaded ramp with tunnel where companions preserve entertained whilst their owners shop. The adjacent check-out desk glows with a back-lit panel of increasing grass and features a principal blue backdrop displaying artwork of the store’s dog logo. On leading of the desk are tiny mushroom-shaped pegs where dogs can be leashed throughout transactions.
Nearby in the back of the shop is a separate instruction area with whimsical tree decals on walls, as nicely as a devoted physical exercise room exactly where treadmills can be rented for the pet who woofs for workouts.
With a refreshing approach to modern retail interior style, MCM Interiors’ vision for My Fluffy Friend’s Pet Shop is certainly a fab discover for Fido–and his human buddies.
pictures © Ema Peter
