Lacquer
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Project • By G8A Architects • Shops
Hanoia Flahship Store
Ten years after designing Hanoia’s first boutiques in Vietnam, G8A Architects was invited to imagine an entirely new concept for the brand’s flagship store — a bold reinterpretation that reflects both its evolution and its deep cultural roots. Located in the prestigious Press Club building, in the heart of Hanoi’s historic and elegant quarter, this new space had to mark a turning point.
Hanoia
The design draws inspiration from the poetic process of lacquer-making, in which layers are built up one by one, over time, to reveal depth and richness. This idea of layering became the guiding architectural metaphor: a series of curved, terraced platforms gently rise from the ground, creating a flowing landscape on whic... More
Blio
Blio simply organises any space, giving it character. A system of modular components, in different heights and depths, with a white lacquer finish provides infinite interplays of volumes and surfaces. All interior spaces are easily and completely accessible: open units, front and side openings, and doors that open and close without a handle, thanks to a “push-pull” system. More