Swedish architecture studio ASKA has refurbished haircare brand Maria Nila's headquarters and salon in Stockholm, creating an undulating ceiling installation that looks like dripping shampoo.
The Stockholm-based firm used a palette of soft pink, peach and turquoise colours that reference Maria Nila's products to transform its headquarters in a four-storey townhouse.
A plexiglass installation decorates the entrance
"The interior space before the renovation had a very neutral, impersonal feel to it and followed a white and grey colour scheme," ASKA co-founder Madeleine Klingspor said.
"At ASKA, to the contrary, we always strive to create strong and flavoured environments by defining and highlighting the unique essences within each project." The chequered marble floor was preserved
The studio preserved some of the original details in the building, including a green chequered marble floor and a wooden staircase, while the rest of the space was fully refurbished.
"To add a layer of the uniqueness of Maria Nila as a brand most other parts of the interior was changed," Klingspor said.
"Some thinner interior walls were torn down, most surfaces were repainted, new flooring was partly added as well as all bathrooms fully renovated."
Pastel shelving with undulating shapes decorate the salon
The 650-square-metre building has 30 rooms, including five bathrooms, and houses both Maria Nila's public and private spaces.
Though each room has a unique l...