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"Sewing machines are in full view to the customer. We felt it important to have an inclusive retail & workspace environment. The industrial machines become part of the design aesthetic. The mesh panels across the shopfront help to filter the natural light."
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"We retain the existing timber floor & stain with one coat of Black Japan; it comes up beautifully. All finishes are underpinned with interesting texture and a 'less-than-perfect' appeal. We treat the store as a workshop, so functionality is of utmost importance."
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"Two central joinery units divide the space and house all the tools of the trade. The higher of the two units is designed to block vision into a messy back corner of the store. We also took the opportunity to redesign the ALLEN logo to come full circle and complete the aesthetic overhaul of the brand."
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INK INTERIOR ARCHITECTS: designing exceptional interiors, 15 years and counting.