The company is launching a new retail store in Tokyo, as the French fashion maison continues to expand its retail reach across Japan.
Situated in Azabudai Hills, the new location spans two floors and is surrounded by an urban oasis of parklands, gardens and city accommodations, according to a press release.
Designed by the Parisian architecture agency RDAI, the store combines nature with Japanese architectural, which blur the boundaries between interior and exterior living. Inside, panelled cherrywood walls feature alongside deep green tinted bamboo marquetry reminiscent of forests, as well the carpets in autumnal tones.
Outside, a semi-transparent glass façade is veiled in washi paper, hand-treated by artisans to create a flowing effect. The paper is backed by a layer of luminous panelling inspired by haku, a traditional gold-leaf technique, which sees the store glow like a garden lantern by night.
Heading inside, one entrance leads to the men’s universe, which connects to a central open space where the leather goods, jewellery and watches and equestrian collections are displayed. The second entrance reveals the women’s universe and women’s silk, which are situated alongside perfume and fashion jewellery.
