From Design to Implementation. The Interiors of Hard Candy Fitness Toronto

Hard Candy Fitness Toronto, nestled in the Aura Building, opened its doors with a soft launch in October 2013, a few months ahead of the grand opening in February 2014. The administrative team, entrusted with Madonna's Hard Candy Fitness vision, received a brief without specific implementation details.

Enter Manny Machado, the renowned Toronto Interior Designer from Manny Machado Designs Inc., summoned by the administrative team to bring the vision to life in the limited time before the soft opening. Manny, known for his decisiveness and resourcefulness, not only fulfilled the brief for public spaces, offices, and the lobby entryway but exceeded expectations. He extended his touch to staff rooms and subsidiary offices, enhancing the experience for membership teams, trainers, and administrative personnel. The lack of recognition during the initial opening rush, Manny was re-invited for the grand opening to ensure Madonna, the Queen of Pop, felt truly pampered in her makeshift greenroom. Manny transformed a staff room into a phenomenal space, crafting a memorable moment after Madonna's exhaustive 1-hour dance training with local members. The grand gesture included Madonna's favorite beverage, the then Red flavor REDBull, and exclusive gifts like a one-time-only reissue of MAC Cosmetics' discontinued lipstick color, Russian Red, originally crafted for Madonna at the zenith of her career 15 years ago.

Manny Machado's commitment transcended duty yet again, showcasing his integral role in shaping the inviting interiors that became synonymous with the playful atmosphere at Hard Candy Fitness Toronto. To rectify the oversight and give credit where it's due, let the records now officially acknowledge Mr. Manny Machado of Manny Machado Designs Inc. as the visionary designer who brought the eye candy that helped many discover their perfect bodies at Hard Candy Fitness Toronto.

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