Knitting machinery leaders Santoni, have officially opened their new Showroom in Yiwu, China. The new space, designed by architects Bylu Design, is a contemporary research and inspiration centre for leading professionals the textiles industry to meet clients and research ideas.
Santoni Showroom is designed to meet the needs of a modern textile producer. The addition of Santoni’s seamless and circular knitting technology makes this a winning partnership where the perfect synergy between material and design can be achieved.
Santoni needed a space that was flexible and easy to adapt to different uses and projects. To accomplish this goal, the architects designed the layout in a modular grid, where each piece of the puzzle is highlighted by a particular feature. Either be the material of the floor, the detail of the ceiling or the color of the space. Each piece hosts a specific function. They work independently, but they can also work together to fit additional functions. The likes of events, conference or workshops.
Each area stands out as unique thanks to their different style, colour schemes and partitions. This creates an area that’s fun and dynamic, yet easy for visitors to roam around whilst examining samples or products. The idea of encouraging visitors to search, explore and discover was central to Santoni’s vision and the resulting design.
Functionality and adaptability were central to the finished design. The idea was that the client could effortlessly slot in different products, samples and demonstrations within the space, using the areas provided.
The company also requested a space that was open, luminous and high-tech. To create a technological feel, Bylu Design architects added elements like metal mesh, stainless steel, lacquered metal, LED walls and touchscreens. The result is a young, alternative and airy space where one feels in harmony with all that is technological and fashionable.