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The space is also filled with Herman Miller’s all-black edition of the Eames Molded Fiberglass Armchair.
The space is also filled with Herman Miller’s all-black edition of the Eames Molded Fiberglass Armchair.
Their materials library is partitioned from the open space with charred wood walls that have been turned black with the Japanese Shou Sugi Ban technique. Shown here is the storage side of this wall.
Their materials library is partitioned from the open space with charred wood walls that have been turned black with the Japanese Shou Sugi Ban technique. Shown here is the storage side of this wall.
Hollis explains that they use acrylic trays (like the ones shown here) for presentations, both internally or with clients. “They present actual material specifications and are typically organized by room. The materials are filed after presentations,” she says.
Hollis explains that they use acrylic trays (like the ones shown here) for presentations, both internally or with clients. “They present actual material specifications and are typically organized by room. The materials are filed after presentations,” she says.
Hollis made sure to create areas where vendors, artists, and artisans can drop off their work or samples. Shown here is the materials library and high-top tables that provide storage and allow for casual, impromptu meetings.
Hollis made sure to create areas where vendors, artists, and artisans can drop off their work or samples. Shown here is the materials library and high-top tables that provide storage and allow for casual, impromptu meetings.
Directly next to the dining area is the dark kitchen, which has a custom island made with a metal base and a CoorItalia Calacatta marble top. Designed by Chris French, it’s meant to invite socializing.
Directly next to the dining area is the dark kitchen, which has a custom island made with a metal base and a CoorItalia Calacatta marble top. Designed by Chris French, it’s meant to invite socializing.
To create a place where employees and visitors can have lunch family style, they brought in a large dining table by James Perse. The hanging light is the Lampada 046 by Dimore Studio.
To create a place where employees and visitors can have lunch family style, they brought in a large dining table by James Perse. The hanging light is the Lampada 046 by Dimore Studio.
Hollis shares this office with her husband and CEO, Lewis Heathcote. Panton Chairs, designed by Verner Panton for Vitra, can be found throughout the space, which is lined with poured concrete floors throughout.
Hollis shares this office with her husband and CEO, Lewis Heathcote. Panton Chairs, designed by Verner Panton for Vitra, can be found throughout the space, which is lined with poured concrete floors throughout.
In the main conference room, Hollis and a few members of her team spread out photos and plans over a custom conference table made Christian Hummler. The pendants overhead are designed by Piet Boon for Moooi.
In the main conference room, Hollis and a few members of her team spread out photos and plans over a custom conference table made Christian Hummler. The pendants overhead are designed by Piet Boon for Moooi.
The central open work area is filled with white standing desks made by Muller Nichols and large Fontana Arte Dome pendants.
The central open work area is filled with white standing desks made by Muller Nichols and large Fontana Arte Dome pendants.
Hollis’ team opened the space by removing multiple walls and preserving the original steel windows and high ceilings. The views stretch from the Bay Bridge to Twin Peaks.
Hollis’ team opened the space by removing multiple walls and preserving the original steel windows and high ceilings. The views stretch from the Bay Bridge to Twin Peaks.
Hollis points out, “You move from a dark reception salon into a bright white open space. The contrast of moving from darkness into light is always part of my work.” The reception desk is a brass-clad box custom made by Chris French Metals—Hollis’ ode to Donald Judd.
Hollis points out, “You move from a dark reception salon into a bright white open space. The contrast of moving from darkness into light is always part of my work.” The reception desk is a brass-clad box custom made by Chris French Metals—Hollis’ ode to Donald Judd.
When you first enter the space, you step into a moody entry salon with hand-applied Italian integral color plaster walls and a marble fireplace. Designed to feel welcoming and residential, it’s furnished with midcentury armchairs and a dramatic hanging light fixture by Bec Brittain.
When you first enter the space, you step into a moody entry salon with hand-applied Italian integral color plaster walls and a marble fireplace. Designed to feel welcoming and residential, it’s furnished with midcentury armchairs and a dramatic hanging light fixture by Bec Brittain.
Black has received glowing testimonials from patrons that prove how good design makes a strong impact. One client told her: "Finding out that your kids have head lice is such a disorienting experience. Walking in to Honeycombers brings a much-needed sense of calm and control. You get the sense that there's no place for dirt or bugs to hide—and that's just what you need to feel! At the same time, the space feels warm and welcoming, and not at all clinical. That's essential, too, for keeping the kids calm through the process and creating a sense that things are all going to be okay."
Black has received glowing testimonials from patrons that prove how good design makes a strong impact. One client told her: "Finding out that your kids have head lice is such a disorienting experience. Walking in to Honeycombers brings a much-needed sense of calm and control. You get the sense that there's no place for dirt or bugs to hide—and that's just what you need to feel! At the same time, the space feels warm and welcoming, and not at all clinical. That's essential, too, for keeping the kids calm through the process and creating a sense that things are all going to be okay."
“The bright, airy space has an immediate impact on the stressed-out parents and children that walk in our door,” Black says. “The modern, colorful design imparts a message of playfulness and caring and the design elements reinforce the cleanliness and excellence of our operations.”
“The bright, airy space has an immediate impact on the stressed-out parents and children that walk in our door,” Black says. “The modern, colorful design imparts a message of playfulness and caring and the design elements reinforce the cleanliness and excellence of our operations.”
Lime-green retro barbershop chairs and Jielde's Loft Adjustable Arm Wall Sconces outfit the treatment area. Daltile's Rittenhouse subway tiles line the walls and Marmoleum from Forbo covers the floors.
Lime-green retro barbershop chairs and Jielde's Loft Adjustable Arm Wall Sconces outfit the treatment area. Daltile's Rittenhouse subway tiles line the walls and Marmoleum from Forbo covers the floors.
In the 1,900-square-foot establishment, Hollis specified furniture, materials, and decorations that meet very strict hygienic standards but with a welcoming modern look that was playful enough for kids and sophisticated enough for parents to enjoy. "People's jaws drop when they see the space," Black says. "There isn't a lice-treatment salon on every corner so people don't know what to expect. [Honeycombers' design] relaxes parents because it's so unique and special." The graphics on the wall are by Marguerite Lutton/Maternal Instinct, and the metal stools are by Bend. The countertop is Corian.
In the 1,900-square-foot establishment, Hollis specified furniture, materials, and decorations that meet very strict hygienic standards but with a welcoming modern look that was playful enough for kids and sophisticated enough for parents to enjoy. "People's jaws drop when they see the space," Black says. "There isn't a lice-treatment salon on every corner so people don't know what to expect. [Honeycombers' design] relaxes parents because it's so unique and special." The graphics on the wall are by Marguerite Lutton/Maternal Instinct, and the metal stools are by Bend. The countertop is Corian.
Located at 441 El Camino Real in Menlo Park, California, Honeycombers offers non-toxic lice removal and treatment. Black enlisted designer Nicole Hollis to create a space that embodies her company's directive to be a loving, caring, hygienic, professional, and reassuring space. The interior is divided into treatment areas that are separated from a lobby where parents can wait while Black's technicians perform delousing services. "Parents love the privacy and cozy feel of the [treatment] houses," Black says.
Located at 441 El Camino Real in Menlo Park, California, Honeycombers offers non-toxic lice removal and treatment. Black enlisted designer Nicole Hollis to create a space that embodies her company's directive to be a loving, caring, hygienic, professional, and reassuring space. The interior is divided into treatment areas that are separated from a lobby where parents can wait while Black's technicians perform delousing services. "Parents love the privacy and cozy feel of the [treatment] houses," Black says.
Like many parents with school-aged children, Melissa Allen Black, founder and CEO of Honeycombers, had to deal with her kids catching head lice. Dissatisfied with her experience of going to salons to remedy the situation, she sought to create an establishment that offers a supportive and comforting experience. “The nature of the design elevates the experience for our clients and turns an unfortunate situation into a pleasant one,” Black says. (According to some reports, head lice has become an epidemic in teenagers, too.)
Like many parents with school-aged children, Melissa Allen Black, founder and CEO of Honeycombers, had to deal with her kids catching head lice. Dissatisfied with her experience of going to salons to remedy the situation, she sought to create an establishment that offers a supportive and comforting experience. “The nature of the design elevates the experience for our clients and turns an unfortunate situation into a pleasant one,” Black says. (According to some reports, head lice has become an epidemic in teenagers, too.)
Hollis designed the kitchen--which features a Boffi kitchen system and Gaggenau appliances-- as three zones. The first centers around the stainless-steel-and-Zodiac-stone island, which is topped by a custom beaded chandelier by South African company TeamTwo Design. This zone functions as a place for food preparation, cooking, serving, and socializing. The second zone is the clean-up area, and the third is the bar.Photo by Ben Mayorga Photography
Hollis designed the kitchen--which features a Boffi kitchen system and Gaggenau appliances-- as three zones. The first centers around the stainless-steel-and-Zodiac-stone island, which is topped by a custom beaded chandelier by South African company TeamTwo Design. This zone functions as a place for food preparation, cooking, serving, and socializing. The second zone is the clean-up area, and the third is the bar.Photo by Ben Mayorga Photography
The Carmel Valley Ranch recently received an expansion courtesy of San Francisco–based interior designer Nicole Hollis. In the 12 new suites, Hollis riffed on California ranch–style interiors, translating the comfortable, cozy, and rustic elements for which the style is known. "The ranch theme touches on the locale and history of the original ranch in Carmel Valley," Hollis says. "Our approach in this regard was materials based. We incorporated elements from the property, like salvaged wood and rope. These are simple details and honest materials."
The Carmel Valley Ranch recently received an expansion courtesy of San Francisco–based interior designer Nicole Hollis. In the 12 new suites, Hollis riffed on California ranch–style interiors, translating the comfortable, cozy, and rustic elements for which the style is known. "The ranch theme touches on the locale and history of the original ranch in Carmel Valley," Hollis says. "Our approach in this regard was materials based. We incorporated elements from the property, like salvaged wood and rope. These are simple details and honest materials."
The double-sided fireplace is wrapped in a custom surround made fron Cor-Ten steel. The rocker is vintage and the artwork is from the Lost Art Salon.
The double-sided fireplace is wrapped in a custom surround made fron Cor-Ten steel. The rocker is vintage and the artwork is from the Lost Art Salon.
Ensure the success of your renovation or new build with this guide to working with an interior designer.
Ensure the success of your renovation or new build with this guide to working with an interior designer.