This store introduces the concept of a stage-like architectural skin that can flexibly adapt and transform. The design highlights the unique appeal of BAO BAO ISSEY MIYAKE — a brand known for creating dynamic combinations of flat and three-dimensional forms and embracing accidental, ever-changing shapes — providing visitors with a space that always feels fresh and evolving. Most of the shelves, hooks, and hangers that support the products feature detachable mechanisms, creating a system of parts that allows the display to be constantly reconfigured. Each part is carefully designed to suit the specific qualities of the products. For example, the holder for bag handles can be easily attached or removed from rails beneath the shelves. These parts allow fine left-right adjustments and can be handled effortlessly with one hand, as they are engineered with precision measured in tenths of a millimeter and are free from unnecessary fasteners. This ensures that the fittings blend seamlessly into the architecture, creating a harmonious, refined presence between the space and the products. As new products are introduced, new parts are developed, enabling the space to continually evolve without the need for major renovations. The space itself elevates the purity of the brand’s products.
2020
Client : ISSEY MIYAKE INC.
Photos : Fumio ARAKI