Last updated : September 27, 2018 10:21 am
Embarking on brick-and-mortar journey, online fashion and lifestyle brand The Label Life’s first store in Mumbai, designed by Delhi-based 02 June Design Studios, combines the brand’s minimalistic ethos and the city’s architectural heritage in less than 800 sq ft!
In less than 800sq ft, at Mumbai’s popular locale Bandra, the ‘The Label Life’ store reflects the brand’s ethos of “elevated essentials” split across two floors. Minimalism thus plays a crucial role in the entire scheme and chain of thoughts which led to the final design outcome to bring about a space that breathes freshness and is bathed in a glow of warmth and good vibes. The subtle overlay of ‘Art Deco’ styling over the minimalist concept, was a nudge towards the brand’s home city, Mumbai.
Black and white mosaic tile bed plays the stepping stone inside the store. The entire space has been rendered in white, giving it a soft and bright ambience, coupled with a muted oak textured flooring, which adds warmth to the overall space. The arched grille that mirrors the opening on the longer façade is another visual treat, owing to its simplicity and neutrality in terms of design essence and is a minimal take on the Deco-Saracenic style. The ground floor
Devansh Das, architect from 02 June Design Studios, said, “The shoe display section was a rather tough nut to crack. The very sight of this element had to mesmerize and leave customers spell bound. The semi-circular arch, a timeless design feature, coupled with the edge-lit marble back and glass shelves, did exactly that and imparted an intense visual impact to the store. It was hence nick named ‘The Dream Shoe wall’.”
Preeta Sukhtankar, Founder & CEO, The Label Life
"E-commerce has made buying more efficient, but discovery less meaningful. Our engagement with customers through pop-ins countrywide since 2016 has inspired and empowered us to believe in the much debated brick and mortar strategy. This breadth of human connection and celebration of personal choice is essential to who we are, and something we want to further develop through varied platforms and all our customer touchpoints. So here we are, launching our first store.
Sankalp Sahu, Founder, 02June Design Studios
The city’s architectural heritage was considered for developing the brand’s spatial character, due to its visual appeal and notability. However, defining the balance between Art Deco and minimalism was challenging, as we dabbled with elements invoking nostalgia yet needed to create something that was unique and contemporary.
Design: 02June Design Studio
Store fixtures: Yash Interiors
Lighting Fixtures: Gardler Lighting India Pvt Ltd
Sound Systems: Bosch