© Jovian Lim
A workshop table, composed of abstract volumes is situated on one side of the store, facing a sinuous wall overhanging the folded clothing rails on the other. Known for their pleated garments, the store not only sells their ready to wear collection, but also offers a first-of-its-kind pleated-to-order service for a selected range of products, with the aim to reduce wastage by only producing items upon request, thereby minimizing surplus stock at the end of a season.
© Jovian Lim
A customer may select the color and size of a certain product which is then hand pleated and finished on site using the built-in steamer, with the finished product ready to collect within a short time. The customer is encouraged to stand counter-side to observe the pleating process, or sit down at the courtyard area to enjoy the greenery while waiting for the requested product to be finished.
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© Weiqi Jin
The diversity of spatial experience is reinforced by adaptive uses of natural light. In the morning, readers sitting by the window could enjoy illumination from the rising sun. At noontime, strong southern light penetrates the foyer and gallery, illuminating the coffee and salon area. The afternoon glare is filtrated through a façade shaped by recessed windows and curvilinear concrete panels. During sunset, rays of twilight occasionally reflect from the glass curtain wall of CBD skyscrapers on the north, casting trace of light on the bookshelf in the reading room. After dark, a light installation made of copper sheets over coffee and bar counter creates ambiance for guests of a cocktail bar. Meanwhile, the bookshelf in the display area presents the publisher’s best collection of printing works with a theatrical spotlight.