Bella Marketplace in Las Posas, Camarillo Ca.

The complete remodeling of the gas station and car wash at Las Posas, Camarillo, Ca.

The challenge of this project involved recasting a building constructed in 1998 as an Italian Villa, as a departure from its previous curvy and modern-looking interior.

We wanted to create an inviting atmosphere for customers: while waiting for their car to be washed, visitors can relax in the café as they check their emails, read a book or simply watch the world go by.

The concept is to transport visitors to a comfortable Italian Villa, offering them a peaceful moment in their day and a chance to enjoy themselves.

On one side of the mini-mart we created a terraced area with a rural feel: we did landscaping work, created flower beds, installed two fountains and added some tables equipped with parasols. 

The materials included marble for the restrooms and counter tops of the café and dining areas; veneer slate stone for the walls in the refrigeration area, indoor and outdoor gardened areas, and for the outside pedestrian zone; ceramic tiles for the floors in the market; and faux paint finishes for the walls inside the market and outside the two buildings, with warm and vibrant colors. 

We also used faux paint finishes in the restrooms, in more sober colors, alongside the impressive granite and marble features. The interior and exterior lighting fixtures were very important in order to create just the right ambience. 

We used fun and attractive graphics in the Bellini area and the waiting area. The food and drink court—serving gourmet sandwiches and coffee, gelatos and desserts—was designed down to the very last detail. Customers can enjoy all this and more while waiting for their car to be washed and waxed. 

We completed this remodeling project in partnership with Heidi Johnson (graphic design) and Channel Development (construction); the architect Luis F Herrera Project Manager and Bijan Javaherian Supervisor.

Erika Winters® Design managed the project and advised on color schemes, decoration, lighting, bathroom design, choice of materials, etc.

Erika Winters® Design´s client,  PlatinumEnergy, a distributor of  76 Conoco-Phillips gasoline and owner of various convenient stores.

Erika Winters® Design will be carrying out interior design work around 40 Bella Marketplace and 7-Eleven, mainly in southern California.

Enjoy,

Erika Winters

La Paz -Bella Marketplace- Gas Station & Car Wash.

I introduce you to my first commercial project.
Bella Marketplace is the first one of many to come.
The gas station and car wash in La Paz, Laguna Hills Ca. was completely remodeled.
The challenge was to create a building built in the decade of the 80s one Italian villa and leave behind a large octagonal skylight.

Our intention was to create an environment That invites the customer to rest in the cafe area, checking e-mail or reading a book in the While They are waiting for the car to be washed.
The concept is to feel you are in a comfortable Italian Villa where you can find peace and entertainment in a relaxing way.
Outside the market created a terrace area, were built planters, a fountain was installed and placed tables with parasols for the sun.

I used marble, stone ledge, ceramic, and full finish in market area, bathrooms and buildings. Fixtures inside and outside were very important for the lighting and atmosphere.
A very interesting and fun touch graphics were installed in the area of Bellini and the waiting room.

This project was in collaboration with Heidi Johnson in charge of graphic design and Luis Herrera with supervision and construction.

-Erika Winters-

Les presento a mi primer proyecto comercial. Bella Marketplace es el primero de muchos por venir.
La estación de servicio y lavado de autos en La Paz, Laguna Hills Ca. fue completamente remodelado.
El reto era crear un edificio construido en la década de los años 80, una Villa Italiana y dejar atrás un enorme tragaluz octogonal.

Nuestra intención era la de crear un ambiente que invita al cliente a descansar revisando el correo electrónico,  leyendo un libro o simplemente mirando en la zona de cafetería mientras esperan para el coche a ser lavado.
El concepto es sentir que estás en una cómoda Villa Italiana donde se puede encontrar la paz y el entretenimiento en una forma relajada.
Fuera del mercado fue creada una zona de terraza, trabajamos el paisaje, se construyeron jardineras,  se instalaron un par de fuentes y pusieron mesas con sombrillas para el sol.
En cuanto a materiales, he utilizado el mármol, piedra, cerámica y acabados de fresco en muros dentro del mercado y fuera de los dos edificios.  Los accesorios interiores y exteriores fueron muy importantes para la iluminación y la atmósfera.
Se instalaron  interesantes y divertidos gráficos en el área de Bellini y de la sala de espera.

Este proyecto fue en colaboración con Heidi Johnson a cargo del diseño gráfico y Luis Herrera en supervisión y construcción.

-Erika Winters-

La Paz 76 Gas Station and Car Wash @ Laguna Hills, Ca.

I am very happy because  I can introduce you to my first commercial men´s bathroom.
This is just one part of the project in which we are working on right now.
The gas station and car wash in La Paz will be completely remodeled.
This one is  one of several projects for which  Erika Wintes Design has been hired.

Our intention is to create an environment that invites the customer to rest in the cafe area,  checking e-mail or reading a book in the resting area while they are waiting for the car to be washed.

-Erika Winters-



Estoy muy contenta porque puedo presentarles a mi  primer baño comercial para hombres.
Este es sólo una parte del proyecto en el que estamos trabajando en estos momentos.

La estación de servicio y lavadero de autos en La Paz será completamente remodelado.
Este es uno de varios proyectos para los cuales se ha contratado los servicios de Erika  Winters Design.

Nuestra intención es crear un ambiente que invite al cliente a descansar en la zona de la cafetería. Revisar el correo electrónico o leer un libro en el área de descanso mientras esperan que el coche se lavado.

-Erika Winters-