The owner of the Unicorn Bakeshop, a master baker, wanted her first brick and mortar location to be more than a space to sell her wares; she also wanted it to be representative of her craft and personality. Baking for years as a hobby, she had a vision and knew what she needed for the space to function. Collaborating with the owner and the architects at Propel Studio, Owen Gabbert, LLC was able to realize a bakeshop full of personality - a reflection of the characteristics of the cakes, cookies, treats, and their creator.

The bakeshop is located in a newly constructed mixed-use building with a colorful exterior. The early partnership with the owner and architect allowed interior improvements to begin while the shell of the building was simultaneously being completed. This overlap meant extra organization and tighter deadlines, but conversely, the bakeshop could open for business as soon as the building could be occupied. Working in an unfinished space also facilitated efficient implementation of the unique, interior details of the bakeshop. Personalization was important, including distinctive touches of sparkling floor finishes and a custom mural by Ryan Bubnis. Despite some challenges of overlapping building permits and coordinating with the contractor of the building shell, the team was able to make this a short and sweet project, finishing in under three months. Unicorn Bakeshop now has a bright and colorful space to share tasty treats and a joyful ambiance with their customers.