ARCHITECTURE
ARCHITECTURE
Design Director: Jose Luis Perez-Griffo
Design Director: Jose Luis Perez-Griffo
Design Director: Jose Luis Perez-Griffo
Design Director: Jose Luis Perez-Griffo
Design Director: Jose Luis Perez-Griffo
Design Director: Jose Luis Perez-Griffo
Design Director: Jose Luis Perez-Griffo
Design Director: Jose Luis Perez-Griffo
series
INTERIOR RETAIL
ARCADIA
This project is a masterclass in minimalism and spatial poetry. The soft curves of the arches create a visual rhythm, a continuous flow that guides the observer through the space with a sense of reverence and calm. The juxtaposition of deep green furnishings against the soft, warm neutrals of the walls and floors adds a grounded elegance, infusing the space with modern sophistication while maintaining a timeless, almost monastic atmosphere.
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The design plays beautifully with light and shadow, casting subtle variations that highlight the archways and give depth to each layer of the space. This is a celebration of geometry and restraint, where every curve and corner feels intentionally sculpted, almost as if the architecture itself breathes. It’s a quiet, luxurious homage to classic forms reimagined with contemporary restraint—a sanctuary for the senses.
SUSPENDED WHISPERS
The installation gracefully inhabits its expansive hall, its cascading layers floating with an ethereal softness that contrasts against the raw, textured walls of the space. This piece redefines the ceiling, turning it from a boundary into a dynamic, interactive canvas that invites visitors to look up and engage with its undulating forms.
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Constructed from translucent materials that shift in color and density, the installation resembles clouds or ocean waves—both airy and grounded. The way light filters through each layer amplifies this effect, casting soft, undulating shadows on the surfaces below. The design captures a profound duality: both intimate and monumental, grounding and elevating, it invites contemplation on the nature of spaces and boundaries. This installation exemplifies how architecture can transcend function to become an experiential, almost meditative, art form.
THE CURVED COLLECTIVE
In this retail design, the boundaries between architecture, nature, and sculpture dissolve into fluid forms that cocoon visitors in a warm, enveloping space. The undulating wooden surfaces draw inspiration from natural landscapes, resembling waves, dunes, or the curves of a canyon. Every archway, shelf, and wall melds seamlessly into the next, creating an uninterrupted visual experience that guides the eye and invites exploration.
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The minimalistic yet inviting aesthetic redefines retail space as a journey rather than a destination, encouraging visitors to pause, observe, and engage with their surroundings. Light plays gently off the wood grain, enhancing the organic flow of the architecture and imbuing the space with a sense of tranquility and timelessness. This is a place where design serves to enhance human connection with both the products and the space itself, setting a new standard for immersive retail experiences.
PULSE ROOM
This design concept redefines the retail experience, presenting an innovative fusion of technology, design, and customer engagement. The space, with its glowing white surfaces and vibrant accents of orange, feels like an immersive environment from a sci-fi film brought to life. Each object is meticulously curated, with circular displays and ergonomic shelving, creating an organized, almost museum-like atmosphere that celebrates both the product and the space itself.
The design challenges conventional retail by positioning the customer at the center of an ultra-modern, interactive environment that feels both accessible and luxurious. With elements that feel purpose-built for digital interaction and personalization, this design transforms shopping into a high-tech, engaging experience. It suggests a future where retail is as much about the aesthetic and spatial journey as it is about the transaction. The space captivates with its clarity of vision, projecting an almost utopian view of commercial architecture.”
ECHOES OF NATURE
This space is a study in organic forms, a design that seamlessly blends minimalism with fluid, almost poetic structures. The sweeping wooden arches create a cocoon-like atmosphere, fostering a sense of tranquility and retreat within the larger architectural framework. It’s a dance between light and shadow, where natural light floods the space, highlighting the gentle curvature and enhancing the serene ambiance. The materiality speaks volumes—each wooden panel exudes warmth, inviting occupants to pause, relax, and connect with the spatial harmony.
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The use of integrated natural elements, like the indoor trees, adds a biophilic touch that deepens the connection to nature without disrupting the purity of the design. This space isn’t just architecture; it’s an experience that resonates with the rhythms of nature and the fluidity of the human spirit. This design embodies a new language for interiors—one that goes beyond function, transforming space into an emotional and sensory journey.
SKYLINE SOLACE
This elevated sanctuary redefines the boundaries between interior and horizon, creating a floating panorama that blurs the line between shelter and the vast cityscape. With sweeping glass walls framing an ethereal sunset, the design achieves a profound sense of calm through openness, a feat in urban architecture where views are typically fragmented and confined. This space feels less like a traditional room and more like an observatory for the soul—its walls invisible, its boundaries dissolving into the sky.
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The architecture speaks of simplicity yet hints at a complexity within its seamless curves and softened edges. The central focus, a suspended bed, symbolizes a vantage point, a moment of reprieve above the density below. Every element here is restrained yet purposeful, allowing light and shadow to animate the structure naturally as day turns to night. This project stands as an homage to serenity in design, proving that minimalism, when done with intention, can elevate human experience beyond the confines of material and structure.
GOLDEN CANOPY
Stepping into this boutique is akin to entering a serene, otherworldly haven—an organic structure that transcends conventional retail design. The softly curved walls and naturalistic arches create a cave-like intimacy, evoking a sense of sanctuary in which each garment becomes a curated piece of art. The store’s interior strikes a delicate balance between nature-inspired architecture and modern minimalism, allowing visitors to feel both grounded and uplifted.
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> Above, a suspended canopy of golden foliage bathes the space in warm, diffused light, evoking a perpetual golden hour that feels at once timeless and welcoming. This design choice transforms the ceiling into a focal point, symbolizing the gentle embrace of nature within an urban context. It’s a bold, immersive approach that reframes shopping as an experience of tranquility and connection, redefining the retail environment into a restorative space.