408 Smith

Neutrality / The interior is designed as flexible space within the overall volume of the old shop using a lining of grey colour washed plywood to walls & floor
Designed to be easily removed at the end of the tenancy.
Using standard plywood sheet size of 1200x 2400mm as base element with zero cutting or waste. Allowing display fixtures to be installed without affecting the integrity of the existing built fabric

The studio space is designed to overlap with the storefront.  
Re-configured through adjustable display elements, furniture and lighting.

Project  acts as a catalyst for a larger ambition - bringing empty shopfronts back into use. Creating opportunity for designers & brands that is
short-term & more affordable than a long lease

Designing how we work - A new typology of design studio allowing  a more flexible way of working & making. Bringing the design studio & its working process to the high street. Promoting  the design profession & supporting  other creative networks

Designing how we work as both business model & creative studio
A new typology of design studio allowing a more flexible way of working & making. Interacting with the High Street & locality
Unified ply lined interior provides a welcoming & neutral backdrop for the studio & its short-term tenants. Allowing for a constantly evolving interior

A design based on the timeframe of the lease.
Removable & reusable materials.
Designing how we work - A new typology of design studio allowing  a more flexible way of working & making. Re-configurable furniture.
Business model - sub-lease funds the studio space
Short-term rental maximises accessibility for other start-ups
Bringing the design studio & its working process to the high street.  
Singular use of material - reducing waste

A workshop to the rear provides a space for prototyping, model making & tool storage