Perch'd Modern Design

[Mr. Cotter]

Perchd had a soft opening last Friday. I went in on Saturday afternoon. It's a really nice space, and fits into the area very well. Interior finishes were pretty impressive. The owner said total buildout, including the used 45x8x9 container, was about $15,000.

The owner is still associated with Dwell. That is a part time position. She moved here from Venice, CA.

We went to Plenty Merchantile, Shop Good, Dwelling Spaces, and Perchd, and it made for a very good afternoon. This is turning into a very fun part of town.

[Urbanized]

Thought this was an interesting SF extrapolation on the same "container store" concept:

http://vimeo.com/58743200

[Rover]

I like that (on vimeo). The context of the surroundings and the stacking/glass placement, etc. made it unique, cool and functional at the same time. The issue I have with these in OKC is that if we aren't careful and we just plop them down anywhere, they won't look cool, but look like cheap temporary pods. I think context is essential. Putting one on an urban corner is one thing. Putting them on a gravel lot is another. Using several together to form a unique and graphic image is cool. Using several single ones in a parking lot (particularly gravel) will look like a trailer park. I also liked the industrial grey in the video playing off the industrial tech vibe vs. a funky color that will show every dent and ding on a used container, as well as be incongruous with the building itself. The bright, scream at you colors of the womb there work. I don't think a bunch of containers that scream at you will work the same.

Just my opinion. Really like the idea, but concerned about the execution.

[metro]

It'd also be nice if they would update their site and social sites better so you can halfway see what they offer.

[Praedura]

Good review here (with lots o' pics):

Thoroughly Modern (Millie) | We Heart OKC

[Plutonic Panda]

Wow, that is awesome!

[Urbanized]

Bought a nice little fancy rubber bluetooth speaker in there the other day. Tons of great design-based housewares, decor, etc. The place is great.