From Façade to Interior, This Unique Design is Shaped by Slates

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In Techsize’s flagship store in Nanjing, every corner is inspired by the beauty of slates.

From the formation of rock slabs to the beautiful layers that make up walls and decorations, this design captures the essence of natural stone.

The exterior, cloaked in dark grey stone, presents a majestic yet approachable façade, augmented by expansive glass walls. Inside, the spatial arrangement unfolds with the rhythm of layered slates – forming backdrops, carving partitions, and curating product zones.

However, the crowning jewel is the ‘feather wall’ dome. More than a mere visual spectacle, this architectural feature, intricately assembled, invites visitors on a tactile exploration through varied textures.

 

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Project: Techsize Flagship Store, Jiangsu, Nanjing, China
Firm: Minggu Design
Finalist, 11th Annual A+Awards, Retail

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