In an era that embraces wellbeing and a natural, comfortable way of living, Hush Puppies—the globally renowned American casual lifestyle brand founded in 1958—infuses the warmth of “home” into its first themed flagship store in China, located at Hopson One, Shanghai. More than a retail space, it reimagines the brand experience as an urban sanctuary where everyday comfort unfolds effortlessly.
Designed by STILL YOUNG, the store is dominated by a warm wood palette, setting a gentle, inviting atmosphere. Expressive brand installations and tactile materials create a layered sensory experience. The design balances the casual comfort of home, the refined ease of a holiday escape, and the engagement of contemporary retail—translating Hush Puppies’ ethos of comfort and ease into an immersive spatial narrative.
01 Where Light Settles, Warmth Comes Alive
The space evokes a gentle dialogue between the comfort of home and the unhurried rhythm of travel. Wrapped in wood textures, it creates a soft, warm atmosphere, while clean lines throughout establish a sense of order—settling both body and mind into quiet calm.
The motif of “suitcase” becomes a narrative cue, integrated into window displays and the central island in stacked compositions—echoing journeys yet to begin and those already cherished.
Upon entering, a carpeted zone symbolizes a “courtyard,” topped with a translucent blue acrylic installation that evokes a tranquil resort pool—a poetic visual highlight that deepens the emotional connection between visitors and the brand.
Inside, a unified timber framework pairs with simulated natural daylight to create a sense of airiness and openness. Soft, even illumination dissolves spatial boundaries, extending a quiet calm that recalls the ease of a holiday and the comfort of home.
02 A Sense of Belonging, A Resonant Narrative
Rooted in the theme of “coming home,” the space unfolds as an extension of familiar domestic scenes. A gentle, intuitive circulation draws visitors into the rhythm of home.
Within a consistent palette and material language, each zone is subtly distinguished through shifts in texture and structure. Variations across the backdrop walls evoke the atmospheres of different domestic scenes—from the grounded sense of an entryway, to the quiet composure of a study, the ease of a living room, and the intimacy of a bedroom. These transitions foster emotional resonance, inviting an unhurried, immersive exploration of the space.
Modular cubic volumes shape the spatial framework, composing a clear sense of order. This unified yet shifting rhythm anchors the space in a calm, steady atmosphere. Each display becomes a poetic evocation of everyday life, while the flexible modular system enables the retail environment to evolve over time—keeping the experience fresh.
03 Enduring Companionship, A Vessel for Emotion
The Basset Hound—Hush Puppies’ iconic mascot—appears throughout the space as a recurring motif. Its gentle presence evokes trust, warmth, and the quiet reassurance of home, embodying a philosophy of enduring companionship.
In resonance with the Basset Hound’s symbolic essence, the horizontal woven textures and warm wood grains across the walls shifts from visual cues to tactile expression, articulating a lifestyle rooted in nature, comfort, and human warmth.
Through a dialogue between contemporary urban living and Hush Puppies’ enduring philosophy of casual comfort, STILL YOUNG grounds the space in warm wood tones, weaving the Basset Hound’s emotional symbolism with rich, tactile natural textures. The result is an immersive environment that evokes a familiar way of living—a gentle, poetic sanctuary within the city.
Project information
Project name: Hush Puppies Shanghai Hopson One
Project team: Hush Puppies & STILL YOUNG
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stillyoung369/
Area: 137㎡
Completion: August 2025
Photographer: Yuuuun Studio