Commercial Build Sacramento, CA
Moonshine & Co.
Project Overview
Build Type: Commercial Tenant Improvement
Completion: 2024
Scope: Full interior build-out combining two units, millwork fabrication, utility coordination, and specialty trade management
As a first-generation Vietnamese American, the client set out to revolutionize the nail and beauty industry through a visionary concept that blends wellness, design, and culture. Inspired by the movement sparked by Tippi Hedren’s philanthropy training Vietnamese refugees, this salon and bar was conceived as both a tribute to that legacy and a bold reimagining of what self-care can be.
This is more than a nail salon; it’s a sanctuary celebrating beauty, compassion, joy, and wellness. With over two decades in the beauty industry, the client sought to transform common frustrations: long waits, cleanliness concerns, and impersonal service—into a new standard of thoughtful, hospitality-driven experience.
Client Goals
Create a sanctuary that celebrates beauty, compassion, joy, and wellness—a space that sets new standards in the industry.
Blend a nail salon and bar into a unified experience that celebrates artistry, hospitality, and wellness.
Design a space that leaves a lasting impression through thoughtful details and meaningful design.
Solutions & Design Approach
A first-of-its-kind concept
A full-service salon featuring a full-service bar. Tankersley Construction collaborated closely with the design team to execute detailed millwork and bold finishes that met hygiene and safety requirements while maintaining a refined aesthetic.
Adaptive Construction
The project combined two existing units into one cohesive space, requiring utility coordination, wall removal, and noise mitigation to protect the adjacent active coffee shop.
Precision Project Management
The owner’s specialty subcontractors—including beverage, electrical, and cabinetry trades—were integrated into Tankersley’s project management system to ensure seamless communication and on-time delivery.
The Space
At the heart of the salon sits a circular bar designed for craft cocktails, surrounded by manicure and pedicure stations along the perimeter. A private manicure lounge, crafted for small events, features custom millwork and rich colors that make every appointment feel like an occasion. Clear sightlines between the lounge and rinse stations offer clients transparency and confidence in the salon’s impeccable standards of cleanliness.
The result
The completed Salon + Bar represents a new benchmark for beauty spaces—elevated, intentional, and inspiring. It’s a place where creativity meets community, where clients can relax, celebrate, and feel cared for at every touchpoint.