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The butterfly effect

December 22 2008

The butterfly effect
A unique lifestyle boutique in the south side of Glasgow has metamorphosed from the cocoon of a traditional ground floor tenement unit and spread its wings at 8 Skirving Street, Glasgow.

Designed by Jonathan McQuillan the bespoke interior comprises a flowing, free form, feminine feature shelf that runs the full length of the shop from floor to ceiling.  The dips and curves not only provide shelving and frame clothing but instill a sensual feminine quality that excites the senses.

This aeorodynamic form is picked up in a bespoke “butterfly table” and sales counter, handcrafted from Douglas Fir and laser etched Perspex sheets.

The unconventional approach required close collaboration between McQuillan and joiner Paul Burns, who on a modest budget of £15k devised an innovative method of forming and fixing.

Eschewing the Glasgow kiss of old Butterfly Kisses embraces design for fashion conscious Shawlandistas.

Images provided by Paul Cameron (www.paulcameronphotography.com)


The butterfly effect
The butterfly effect

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