Project - photo studio in Palma

A photo studio in Palma – with a warm Mediterranean vibe

When lifestyle and interior photographer Pernilla Danielsson, based in Palma de Mallorca, contacted us, she did so with a clear vision. She was going to renovate her studio – a creative workspace where she both photographs and meets clients – and she was looking for something unique. Something that felt characterful and personal.

She wanted to build a kitchen and a larger shelf section for props and styling objects, and the whole idea was based on everything feeling built-in with the help of microcement and our oak doors.

“I gladly choose Flat Oak with the grip rail; it feels a bit more unique and less seen in combination with microcement. But I have an idea to build a shelf section with storage underneath, and I would like to sync it with the same doors. That’s where I’ll have my prop station, and it can also be used as a nice photo surface.”

We loved the idea immediately. A project in a creative environment, on an island we ourselves love – and something completely new for us to showcase. We sell our fronts across Europe and have customers in many countries, but this was the first time we got the chance to be part of a project in Mallorca. And with Pernilla’s eye for aesthetics, we knew it would turn out great.

The kitchen – a built-in feel with microcement and Flat Oak

Pernilla wanted the kitchen to “blend into” the architecture rather than be experienced as separate modules. By building the frame in microcement and then installing our Flat Oak doors, she achieved that clean, seamless feeling that works just as well in photos as in real life.

Here the arch that will connect the kitchen wall is being built; it will then be covered with microcement. IKEA frames hanging rail is installed and the base cabinet frames are ready to be put in place. The project involved many steps that required precision for a beautiful result, which the construction team from Studio Reorganic delivered. 

The oak doors create a warm contrast against the soft, powdery surfaces of microcement – perfect for an environment where light, color, and texture play leading roles.

Shelf and prop station – the heart of the studio

In the large shelf section, Pernilla wanted to combine function and aesthetics. Open top for props and styling objects, and hidden storage below – all clad in the same Flat Oak to create a cohesive feel.

Since the shelf also had to function as a photo surface, a solution was needed that was both practical and beautiful. Pictures from the renovation and construction of the Props shelf.

Pernilla Danielsson – photographer, creator, and Mallorca expert

Pernilla has lived and worked in Mallorca for many years. Her Instagram account lifestyle_mallorca is well-visited and filled with images in fantastic environments – fincas, apartments, gardens, interiors, and all those things that make the island so special. Pernilla’s pictures create a strong longing for the island.

That such an experienced creator chose to integrate our products into her workplace naturally feels especially rewarding.

Pernilla on the project – our questions and her answers

1. How did you find us in the first place?
When I started planning the studio, I looked for materials and expressions that felt genuine and timeless, and that conveyed a warm Mediterranean feeling. I photograph many homes and environments and have therefore become quite selective about what feels sustainable over time.

Bucks & Spurs appeared early in the process, and I immediately fell for your calm design language – the natural wood, simplicity, and sense of quality. I also appreciated that you are a smaller company with a more personal touch, something that aligns with my own slow-living approach. One thing that really helped in the choice was that you clearly explained the differences between the various fronts, which made it easier to sense what suited my environment.

2. What was most important to you when you started planning the studio?
The goal was to create a place that was both practical and had a warm, homely feel. A room where I could work, hold creative meetings, and photograph – all in the same environment.
Since rental prices have risen sharply in Mallorca, I also wanted to create a more sustainable and economical solution, both for myself and for my clients. I wanted a stage that was small but rich in content: good lighting, beautiful materials, and an atmosphere that makes people feel at home as soon as they step in.

3. You chose a combination of microcement and Flat Oak – can you tell us about the thoughts behind that?
The combination of wood and microcement has always appealed to me. It creates a calm and purity that is close to the aesthetic I work with as a photographer. Flat Oak felt like a timeless choice – soft yet modern.
The clean surface of the microcement together with the open shelves also allows me to easily change the feel of the studio between different shoots, without the room losing its identity. The lime-painted walls from Pure & Original also gave exactly the calm and softness I had on my mood board from the start.

4. How did the renovation process go?
I worked with Studio Reorganic, who also renovated our home, so we already had a good understanding of each other. The process was therefore safe and clear.
The only part that took a little extra time was figuring out how to install the dishwasher front. There, you at Bucks & Spurs were very service-minded and guided me until it was perfectly in place, which I really appreciated.
Starting with IKEA frames made the planning easy, and your fronts fit perfectly. But what probably meant the most was seeing how the studio gradually began to carry the feeling I had imagined – a calm, creative energy that grew along with the materials.

5. How does the studio function now that it is finished?
The studio has become a place where I really enjoy being, both for work and meetings. The kitchen works exactly as I had hoped – as a flexible space for photography, styling, and product images, but also as a natural gathering point when I have clients here. It’s an environment where people feel at home right away.

6. Has the project changed how you work – do you photograph more in the studio than before, or how has your creative environment changed?
Yes, it has changed a lot. Having my own environment where the light and materials perfectly match my aesthetic makes me more creative and more focused. I photograph more in the studio than before, but I also use it as a base for styling before assignments at clients' locations.
At the same time, it has become a meeting place for exchanging ideas – a place where both I and those who come here feel we can settle in and create. There is a special calm here that allows ideas to emerge more naturally.