Rchmnd store by Omar Gandhi Architect, Halifax – Canada
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Canadian studio Omar Gandhi Architect has chosen an all-white palette for the interior of a clothing boutique in its home city of Halifax. Rchmnd (pronounced Richmond) is aCanadian studio Omar Gandhi Architect has chosen an all-white palette for the interior of a clothing boutique in its home city of Halifax. Rchmnd (pronounced Richmond) is a multi-brand fashion retail company based in Halifax, Canada. Its store occupies a narrow ground floor space in the city’s historic Granville block – recently revitalised as a cultural hub. The design concept sought to pay homage to the neighbourhood’s architectural styles, while conveying the brand’s pared-back aesthetic. “During the design process of the physical space, great emphasis was placed on respecting and celebrating the historic building’s character,” said Omar Gandhi Architect. multi-brand fashion retail company based in Halifax, Canada. Its store occupies a narrow ground floor space in the city’s historic Granville block – recently revitalised as a cultural hub. The design concept sought to pay homage to the neighbourhood’s architectural styles, while conveying the brand’s pared-back aesthetic. “During the design process of the physical space, great emphasis was placed on respecting and celebrating the historic building’s character,” said Omar Gandhi Architect.
“[We made] exaggerated, oversized mouldings, a feature temple-like door way – while introducing new elements of modern design.” From the outside, glazing frames products displayed on white millwork – giving visitors the impression of a minimal, monochromatic space. Along both walls, recessed cavities provide room to hang clothing or place shelves. The spaces are separated by shallow partitions, resembling columns in high-relief against the walls. Along their upper register, the flow into elaborate, double-tiered original mouldings along the ceiling.
