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Design Solutions is a home décor store in downtown New Canaan. The store expanded twice in 15 years.
The first challenge was to transform a dark liquor store into a bright, modern space for the colorful merchandise. Mella Kernan Architects provided the retailer with a showcase to complement the products.
The store was designed to adapt constantly with the ever-changing display. Casework can be moved. Flexible lighting spotlights specific pieces, provides ambient light to displays, or highlights particular light fixtures that are for sale. The custom-designed cashier station is situated in the middle of the store, drawing the customer deep into the store, while placing the sales staff at the heart of the action.
After a few years the flagship store expanded into an available space next door. The central cashier station was extended into the new space, tying the two stores together seamlessly. A second location was opened later; and the vernacular created by Mella Kernan Architects for Design Solutions continued at the new location.
When designing retail spaces Mella Kernan Architects aim to surpass the expectations of the retailer by enhancing the experience of the customer.
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Design Solutions
146 Elm Street
New Canaan, CT 06840
203-966-3116
General Contractor:
Catalfamo Inc.
P.O. Box 113,
Southport, CT 06890
(203) 972 0762
www.catalfamobuilding.com
Structural Engineer:
David L. Kufferman PE
2170 Redding Road
Fairfield, CT 06824
(203) 256 1712
www.kuffermanstructures.com
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