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A Colossal Curved Glass Window Shows Off The Biggest LULULEMON Flagship Store In The World

A modern Lululemon flagship store has a curved glass facade.

AIM ARCHITECTURE has shared photos of the LULULEMON Flagship Store they designed in Shanghai, China, that uses curved glass to create an eye-catching retail destination.

A modern Lululemon flagship store has a curved glass facade.

The facade with its curved glass window, allows people on the street to witness the movement of activity within the store, primarily through the grand staircase.

A modern Lululemon flagship store has a curved glass facade.

At night, the lighting allows the store to glow, showcasing the staircase and the multi-floor interior.

A modern Lululemon flagship store has a curved glass facade.
A modern Lululemon flagship store has a curved glass facade.

Inside, the iconic Lululemon pattern transforms into a more energetic and engaging expression. series of dynamic extrusions that playfully interact with the store’s spatial layout.

A modern Lululemon flagship store has curved walls with a large staircase that connects the multiple floors.

They traverse across the walls and even extend to the ceiling, embracing both levels of the store before subtly fading into the background.

A modern Lululemon flagship store has curved walls with a large staircase that connects the multiple floors.

The wood stairs and balconies have hidden LED lighting outlining the shape underneath, as well as on each stair tread.

A modern Lululemon flagship store has curved and patterned walls with a large staircase that connects the multiple floors.
A modern Lululemon flagship store has curved and patterned walls with a large staircase that connects the multiple floors.

Here’s a close look at the details that line the fluid and curving walls.

A modern Lululemon flagship store has curved and patterned walls with a large staircase that connects the multiple floors.
A modern Lululemon flagship store has curved and patterned walls with a large staircase that connects the multiple floors.
A modern Lululemon flagship store has curved and patterned walls with a large staircase that connects the multiple floors.

Here’s a look at the architectural drawings for the store.

A modern Lululemon flagship store has a curved glass facade.
A modern Lululemon flagship store has a curved glass facade.
Photography: Dirk Weiblen | Design: AIM ARCHITECTURE | Design Principals: Wendy Saunders, Vincent de Graaf | Project Architect: Youjin An, Jerry Guo | Design Team: Alba Galan, Caddie, Emilio Wang Chen, Mia Lei, Victor Mongin, Wenzhao Jia, Kexian | FF&E Team: Lili Cheng, Weisha Dai | General Contractor: Beatrix Space Design | Lighting Consultant: LPA

Source: Contemporist