Fruteria Son March
Worldlight Estudio handled the lighting design, commissioned by interior designer Marga Rotger, for the traditional Mallorcan fruit shop Fruites i Verdures Son March.
The company Fruites i Verdures Son March was founded more than 40 years ago and specializes in the distribution of fruit and vegetables for the hospitality sector. A few years ago, they opened a fruit shop for local customers. As the business continued to grow, they moved to new facilities, a large warehouse at the entrance of Sa Pobla, where they decided to open a second shop with more than 300 m² of retail space. Interior designer Marga Rotger created a design concept that would convey a more modern and innovative identity, avoiding stereotypes while referencing tradition and the rural landscape. She focused on small details, which became the true protagonists of the project. The goal was to combine tradition and sustainability with an innovative and functional approach that would enhance the products on display.
The space is divided into four distinct areas:
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Seasonal fruit and vegetable display
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Takeaway area with salads, pokes, sandwiches, and fresh juices
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Organic and bulk products area
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Checkout area
Project Objetives for Fruteria Son March
The objective was to create a bold and contemporary concept that would surprise customers. It incorporates a nod to the past with a modern vision, using materials and textures inspired by rural work, highlighting and revaluing those elements. This idea is reflected in choices such as hexagonal tiles reminiscent of a honeycomb, handmade clay tiles, textured wall finishes evoking worked soil, traditional Mallorcan “llengües” fabrics for awnings, wooden ladders used for collecting figs, and more, all within a very modern setting. The mustard color, used throughout the shop, references the extraordinary sunlight of Mallorca.
A fun anecdote from the project: Marga Rotger convinced the clients to place a motorized “Vespacar” tricycle at the entrance. She wanted a feature that would instantly catch the customer’s eye. At first, the idea was difficult for them to accept, but they eventually loved it. It took months of searching until we found a very old model. It had to be fully restored because it was in poor condition, and with simple lighting, the final result turned out great.
For the fruit shop, we needed to illuminate each area with different light levels and color temperatures, since each product requires specific tones to highlight and enhance its appearance. The technical support and lighting expertise of Worldlight were essential in bringing this project to life.
