The concept for the James Perse
Malibu store at the Malibu Lumber Yard is a reflection of the quintessential Southern
California lifestyle. Like James Perse clothing itself, the store combines
modern elegance and simple luxury with the cool comfort of an ocean breeze.
The Malibu Lumber Yard is a
sustainable retail development in Malibu, California. Located on the site of
the original timber storage warehouse, the James Perse store features exterior
black stained siding contrasted with a warmly illuminated white interior. Tall
painted oak cabinetry, teak flooring, and an exposed Douglas fir ceiling add to
the beach house atmosphere of the space.
Dramatic black stained louvered doors
extend the entire length of the storefront. The mahogany louvers are adjustable
to enable the manipulation of light entering the interior space. The doors pivot,
open and stack to allow the storefront to be completely open to the sheltered
exterior deck. What results is a seamless transition between the interior of
the store and the exterior deck, which serves as an informal merchandise
display area and outdoor living room.
The store layout is like that of a
home, divided into the kitchen, the dining room, the living room, and the
bedroom. The tall display cabinetry incorporates full height sliding panels
that enable visual displays to be easily changed. Solid sliding panels allow
for extra stock to be stored on the store floor, thus out of sight but within
easy reach.