Pulp Studio, the leading fabricator of technically advanced decorative glass, continues to grow its portfolio of luxury storefronts. The decorative glass fabricator has once again been selected to craft a bespoke glass façade — this time for the iconic French jewelry brand Van Cleef & Arpels at their Bal Harbour, Fl. location.
“These projects extend far beyond the decorative glass we’re known for in transportation, civic, and educational environments,” says Kirk Johnson, Chief Executive Officer of Pulp Studio. “They mark an exciting evolution for our company. With unmatched innovation, design, quality, and service, we’ve crafted custom façades for some of the world’s most iconic luxury brands. Pulp Studio is stronger than ever—and we’re just getting started.”
Renowned as one of the world’s most prestigious shopping destinations, the Bal Harbour Shops attract a global clientele of the most esteemed socialites, fashionistas and celebrities. Within this luxurious setting, the Van Cleef & Arpels boutique beautifully highlights the jeweler’s exceptional craftsmanship — blending lush, tropical elements inspired by Miami with the
elegance of its French heritage, creating a seamless fusion of classic sophistication and contemporary design.
The entryway features a stunning gold façade by Pulp Studio that is adorned with live flowers and greenery. Pulp Studio used a complicated, multi-layer metallic fabric that illuminates the exterior of the building in shimmering gold. Of the 26 pieces of glass used for the project, four featured a black D2G™ border. The following glass specifications were used to create this extraordinary exterior: ¼” low iron heat strengthened, .060 Clear SGP, .060 Clear SGP, ½” low iron tempered, .120 Clear SGP and ½” low iron heat strengthened.
This Van Cleef & Arpels storefront showcases Pulp Studio’s ongoing commitment to transforming facades into vibrant expressions of luxury and design excellence. Previous high-profile projects include the Louis Vuitton boutique in Atlanta, Ga., and the Vacheron Constantin flagship in New York, N.Y., each showcasing Pulp Studio’s ability to blend technical innovation with sophisticated aesthetics.
Project Title: Van Cleef & Arpels
Location: Miami, FL
Credit: Design Republic Partners Architects, LLP
Structural Engineer: Bromley Cook
Manufacturer: SLIMPACT in partnership with Pulp Studio as fabricator