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Shop
Lobby
Beyond the smoky glass door is what can only be described as a blend of the simple elegance of tradition and the ultra-techno look of modern-day Berlin. Monochromatic black is predominating on both walls and in the durable, industrial carpet covering the floor. Dominating one wall is a huge Japanese kanji for "Strength" outlined in black-light neon that makes it look almost three-dimensional. Two original paintings by the owner hang to either side of the kanji, their brilliant colors almost dazzling against the solid black wall. Below them is a futon couch with a black metal frame, in front of which is a glass and chrome table, which is actually a functional aquarium. There are two open rooms that have large windows that allow anyone in the lobby to watch the work being done in the room. A water cooler and the latest arcade machine rest against one of the walls.
Several professionally bound volumes of photographs and tattoo designs offer customers a wide example of human canvases to peruse. One wall is covered with nearly fifty picture frames that cover the entire wall, showing off more designs for tattoos. Across from this is a glass display case containing items for body piercing and ointments for the care of new tattoos. Above this hangs more original artwork by the studio owner, highlighted by track lighting and more neon. The acrid odor of astringent tantalizes the senses, and techno music plays either loud or soft (depending on the artist's mood) in the background.
A large hallway turns around a corner, which leads to the small rooms where the artists craft their masterpieces on human canvas. A curtain of plastic neon beads sections off the entrance of the hallway. The walls of the hallway are flat black, the better to show off photographs of completed body art and tattoo designs. There are two other doors in the hallway. One is designated as a public restroom, and is marked "Private" in both English and German. There are several large speakers placed throughout the room in each of the corners. Tucked into one of the corners, next to a speaker, is a black refrigerator.
Tattooing Rooms
A large room that has been changed into a tattoo parlor. The walls have been painted dark red and are covered with picture frames that show off various designs that are available to be done. In the far corner is a book that is filled with more tattoos and pictures of various body piercings. In the center of the room is a black leather tattooing chair. The floor is covered with black and white tiles done in a checkerboard design. In each of the corners of the room, large speakers are set up that plays the same music that plays through the rest of the shop. Next to the door is a sign that reads: 'Tipping is NOT a city in China.'
Hallway
A large open hallway with walls that are flat black, showing off more photographs of completed body art and tattoo designs. Centered in the room are a simple black lacquered table and chair, a padded, adjustable table and lamps to provide adequate lighting. The floor is covered by durable, black and white checker board tiles. There are two doors here, one is designated as a public restroom and the is marked "Private" in both English and German. The hallway is lit by a row of three hanging lamps that line the hallway. Several speakers that are placed in the corners of the hallway play music that can be heard throughout the shop.
Office
The office is fairly large with a wooden desk and a black leather chair behind it. In front of the desk are two plush chairs. Along the west wall are two filing cabinets with a simple house plant stand between to them. Along the east wall is a water cooler with a small trash can next to it. There are several paintings by unknown artists. The floor is covered by a dark blue carpet. The desk is covered by various papers and files. Next to the filing cabinets is a table with several monitors on it that show various areas of the park. On top of each monitor is a VCR.
Stairwell
A large stairwell, four feet wide and eight feet high. At the top of the steps is a small landing in front of a black metal door that is decorated in various pictures and stickers. The stairs are lit by a row of hanging white lights.
Apartment
Living Room
The massive living area is decorated in a modern motif. The wooden floors seem to be made of a thick oak wood and doesn't budge or squeak as you walk across it. The walls are painted an off-white color. The windows are all covered by a long blood red crushed velvet curtains provide plenty of privacy. The curtains are closed during the day, blocking out any rays of sunlight from entering and opened at night. The living room itself is very spacious there is a plush couch directly in the middle of the room. Several television screens are located on the wall just in front of the couch. A glass table is situated just before the kitchen with a small love seat just in front of that.
Kitty-corner from the love seat is a large soft-leather recliner. On the walls are various painting from all sorts of artists from the past to the present and a couple of posters from various bands. Above the couch a ceiling fan hangs circulating the air throughout the room as well as providing the room with appropriate lighting. Down the hallway leads to the two bedrooms, bathroom, linen closet. Across from the hallway is an arch that leads into the fully stocked kitchen.
Guest Rooms
The Guest Room is fairly large and provide ample space throughout the room. The flooring is made of solid oak and the walls are painted an off-white color and are completely blank. In the ceiling in the center of the room is a fan that also provides lighting for the room. In the center of the far wall is a large king sized bed with a plush comforter and silk sheets. A large flat screen television rests on the far wall above a large oak dresser. A large oriental carpet rests on the floor in the center of the room.
Master Bedroom
The Master Bedroom is fairly large and provide ample space throughout the room. The flooring is made of solid oak with a large oriental rug near the foot of the King size water bed. A pair of end tables sit on either side of the bed with several magazines and books on them. In the north wall, is a large walk in closet and a door that leads to the bathroom. At the foot of the bed a metal foot locker sits with a lock on it. Several painting from artists throughout the past hang on the walls throughout the room. A window-like cutout the same width as the bed frame centers above the bed to lend visual importance — plus sneak peeks at the night sky above the bed though a steel plate blocks out all light during the day. The ends of the cutout stair-step over a pair of sconces that serve as reading lamps without requiring table space.
In the ceiling above the bed is a fan that also provides lighting for the room. A large wooden dresser sits just below the three television screens in the the wall. In one of the corners of the room a black bass and a red 6 string guitar rests on a stand next to a large electronic amplifier. Neatly organized bookshelves sit along the back wall and a set of television screens are placed directly in front of the bed. In each of the corners near the ceiling are small speakers that are hooked up to the televisions and the stereo. Against the south wall is a large bay window that gives off a breath-taking view of the city when the blood red crushed velvet curtains are opened. Next to the window is a large expensive stereo.
