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Pininfarina debuts ‘wind-sculpted’ luxury building in Dubai

Design Middleeast

The design of the skyscraper takes shape following the wind flows , a constant presence in this area, shaping its lines and giving a sense of movement to the entire structure. This contrast of forms contributes to elevating the project, making the tower a dynamic entity in harmony with the surrounding urban and natural environment.

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Gentle Monster opens HAUS SHANGHAI

Retail Focus

In addition, various forms of collaged media art and aesthetic furniture provide a distinct F&B experience. Tenacious yet pliant art pieces cut through the centre, forcing an unexpected flow of traffic inside the space. HAUS SHANGHAI’s 2nd floor houses the world’s largest Gentle Monster store.

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22RE invokes "stillness" inside green Miami golfing boutique

Dezeen

Pale green stucco covers the walls, columns and ceiling beams The store's most striking feature is the pale green stucco that covers the majority of vertical surfaces and ceiling beams that form square archways overhead. We wanted to consider and account for the things we could – foot traffic, merchandising and general flow."

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Tutto Bene references Streamline Moderne in tiny New York eyewear store

Dezeen

Curved metallic surfaces influenced by early 20th century American industrial design form displays at this compact store in New York City , designed by London studio Tutto Bene for eyewear brand Cubitts.

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Glass blocks divide Eye Eye optical store by Best Practice Architecture

Dezeen

Niches in the partitions contain mirrors and product displays The specified glass blocks are used to divide the store, forming angled walls with openings that feature mirrors, product displays and furniture that spans both sides.

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WGNB creates minimal monochrome SVRN store in Chicago

Dezeen

A variety of monolithic furniture pieces direct the flow of movement around this fashion boutique in Chicago, designed by South Korean studio WGNB. Micro-cement plaster paints are used to contrast the metal, adding a rougher texture against the smooth surfaces.

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Interiors inspiration: Design Week’s favourite new projects

Design Week

In contrast to the dark burgundy colour palette of the bar, the inner restaurant features a neutral colour scheme. In contrast to the neutral tones found indoors, the outdoor space is finished in a deep sea blue as a counterpoint. A natural stone countertop sits atop. This is complimented with discreet green touches.

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