The brand, known for its signature crystal, initiated the revamp under the leadership of Giovanna Engelbert, Swarovski’s first-ever global creative director, who was appointed to the role in May of last year.
Swarovski has introduced a new brick-and-mortar concept called “Instant Wonder,” which will feature 30 stores in key global markets.
The 30 “Instant Wonder” stores will include live and digital activations designed in partnership with Paris-based events company Villa Eugenie. The first of these locations was opened in Milan on February 21st.
The new project was completed by the Architectural and General Contractors firms Th3 Standard and Blu Label.
To debut its Spring-Summer 2021 Men’s collection, Louis Vuitton has chosen the Miami Design District as its first stop in the U.S. The outdoor space at Jungle Plaza features oversized balloon figures, bespoke shipping containers, and eye-catching sculptures, while an Augmented Reality experience in this temporary residency is just as appealing for visiting guests.
KRITON Electronics Inc designed the entire audio system for this project. This three-zone system utilizes a speaker in each fitting room and sales container. The outside zone has more speakers all around the property counting 24 speakers in total. Each zone is grouped with separate volume and source control and it’s all controlled off an iPad or iWatch with the proper login credentials.
The North Face x Gucci opened one of its pop-ups in Los Angeles on January 6, 2021.
After almost a year of worldwide lockdowns, the Gucci Pins capsule campaign draws customers to physical spaces, safely, to experience nature just outside our doorsteps and the feeling of finding something special along the way. The North Face x Gucci collaboration invigorates the retail business to where it was pre-pandemic.
Valerio Architects Inc. is a ±50 persons architecture firm with offices in Los Angeles, California, and Buenos Aires, Argentina. Valerio delivers projects nationally in all 50 US states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico, and internationally in major cities around the world.
Christian Louboutin is one of the world’s most recognizable luxury brands, boasting more than 70 boutiques across 29 countries. Now, the French-Egyptian brand has partnered with Unique Store Fixtures to bring their latest vision to life. The firm has utilized different finishes and textures and has also created and installed an utterly unique carousel ceiling.
The whole boutique is heavily inspired by iconic Louboutin items, with the classic red being coupled with solid walnut displays that are used to display the products.
“We are very fortunate to work with world-class brands, such as Christian Louboutin, and we are extremely proud of the outcome of his latest boutique within Holt Renfrew at Yorkdale,” said Ferro Corrente, Chief Operating Officer of Unique Store Fixtures. “Working hand in hand with the design team at Christian Louboutin, the Unique team captured the imagery and quality of the brand, and our craftspeople manufactured a retail environment, which beautifully reflects the artistry of this iconic fashion designer.”
Established in 1983, Unique Store Fixtures is North America’s leading millwork services company for store displays and retail environments. We supply custom-crafted components for modern commercial and residential interiors, including store fixtures, curved glass displays, high-security display cases, custom molding, and millwork, LED lighting, and more.
The new Versace store is part of the expanded Valley Fair’s Luxury Collection that now features more than 45 retailers.
Space Architects, Michilli Inc, and L’Elite Group are the Architectural, General Contractor, and Millwork firms who have worked on the project.
SPaCe Architects is an Architectural firm with offices in New York, Boca Raton, Los Angeles, Toronto, and Milan, with members holding licenses to practice architecture in 13 states within the US. We are a full-service architectural firm with expertise in residential, multi-family residential, luxury retail, and commercial interior design sectors. VIEW PROFILE
Since our founding in 1999, we at Michilli Inc. have specialized in constructing luxury retail, residential, and commercial spaces. Our projects vary in size, scope, and location, yet our commitment to excellence remains the same. With each new project, we strive to understand and achieve the specific vision and needs of our client and the space at hand. VIEW PROFILE
Our company over 30 years designs, manufactures and sets up furniture for retail stores, hospitality, restaurants/hotels, living space and every kind of context that need a customized furnishing, all over the world. We have set up a dynamic team, made up of people with different experiences and competencies that, working closely, contribute to the optimization of the results to reach the real and the greatest satisfaction of our customers. VIEW PROFILE
Läderach, the brand known for its fresh artisanal chocolate and piles of chocolate bark, opened its largest global flagship on Fifth Avenue on December 10th. A one-story, rotating cocoa-bean sculpture featuring real chocolate graced the 2,500-square-foot store, more than double to triple its typical store size. The store also will feature live chocolate production demos and classes.
The location marks Läderach’s third in the U.S. after opening its first on Lexington Avenue in New York’s Midtown East a year ago. Its second in New Jersey’s American Dream mall recently opened over the Black Friday weekend in November. The flagship also marks the company’s 100th worldwide after it opened 12 new stores in six countries this year, the fastest pace since the family-run business entered the brick-and-mortar retail business in 2004 and began operating stores under its own name in 2013, CEO Johannes Läderach said in an interview. The company also plans to open a store in Washington, D.C. early next year.
Valerio Architects and SAJO are the Architectural and General Contractor firms that have worked on the proejct.
SAJO is an integrated project delivery company. We design and build environments. We know from experience what a positive impact great spaces can have on employee motivation and brand equity. We are approaching our fourth decade in business with services ranging from design to construction, procurement to maintenance. VIEW PROFILE
Valerio Architects Inc. is a ±50 persons architecture firm with offices in Los Angeles, California and Buenos Aires, Argentina. Valerio delivers projects nationally in all 50 US states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico, and internationally in major cities around the world. VIEW PROFILE
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Loro Piana is making its home in the Meatpacking District a permanent retreat. Having first operated as a pop-up store from May 2019 through December 2019, the new Meatpacking District store was designed by architect Vincent Van Duysen. The shop utilizes a new, clean, open concept providing ample space as a hub for creative experimentation.
Photo: Julia Gillard
The 1,700-square-foot store at 3 Ninth Avenue is Loro Piana’s 23rd store in North America.
A focal point of the design is a glassencased winter garden — freestanding at the center of the boutique — which will be updated and cultivated four times a year following the seasons. The store is a combination of soft and neutral tones, mixed with natural light and flora. There is fluted Portland stone wall cladding and European oak wood finishes and metal accents have been coated in an aged white paint treatment.
Photo: Julia Gillard
Atmosphere Design Group and SAJO are the Architecture and General Contractor firms who have worked with the brand on the project
The three-level, 11,800 square foot space is located in the Chelsea furniture design district at 116 7th Avenue. The store is one of only a handful of new retail builds in the area as most brands coming into the neighborhood renovate existing spaces.
The entire exterior uses a clean 8’ x 8’ repeating steel grid creating a multitude of framed vignettes. Product stories for furniture, lighting, and accessories come to life in the soft grey frames for passers-by. The vignettes transform routinely with the changing product assortment.
In contrast to the brick and stone buildings in the area, the new EQ3 store becomes a beacon of glass and light.
Since our founding in 1999, we at Michilli Inc. have specialized in constructing luxury retail, residential, and commercial spaces. Our projects vary in size, scope, and location, yet our commitment to excellence remains the same. With each new project, we strive to understand and achieve the specific vision and needs of our client and the space at hand.
Dolce & Gabbana has reopened its store with the new design concept at the Crystals in Las Vegas. The space is 12,500sf and Dickinson Cameron Construction is the General Contractor that has completed this beautiful project.
Dickinson Cameron Construction is a nationwide General Contractor that specializes in high-end retail and restaurant projects. We provide cost analysis and preconstruction services, as well as traditional general contracting services. We are able to accommodate everything from small fit-outs with a quick turnaround, to complete ground-up renovations. We work nationally and have offices in California, New York, and Hawaii.
