Overview of the interior of the Chuang×Yi Fashion Store: The design imitates the streets and alleys of Shanghai, dividing the space into three "lane house" units. The metal frame outlines the house structure, and incorporates elements such as Shikumen arcs and clothes drying racks to create a unique lane atmosphere. The modular structure can be disassembled and relocated and reused in the new store.
Chuang×Yi Fashion Store was designed by Lukstudio and is a concept buyer store that brings together local designer fashions . The design team drew inspiration from Shanghai's unique lane streets and brought the typical "lane" space experience into the fashion retail environment: a winding "alley" and three well-arranged "lane houses" were planned in the 150㎡ store, dividing the functional spaces such as the display area, waiting area, fitting room, cashier counter and logistics area . Through this case, we will analyze its modular design highlights from three aspects: structure , details and system , and demonstrate Picsharping's understanding and implementation capabilities of this type of space system in terms of design-structure-production-construction integration.
01 It can be dismantled, but it can also be sustained
The structural skeleton of the three "Nongwu" in the Chuang×Yi store is built by modular metal frame combinations. Each frame unit is assembled through bolts and other connectors to form a detachable structural system . This design makes the display props have excellent migration and reuse : when the store needs to change its location or expand rapidly, the original frame unit can be easily disassembled and packed, and reassembled and restored at the new location . For example, the independent display windows and hanger brackets in the store are all built with standardized metal units, which can be easily disassembled and assembled while ensuring sufficient stability and load-bearing capacity - as the design theme shows: "It can be disassembled and held up." For chain brands, this modular metal structure is like a building block system, which can flexibly increase or decrease modules according to needs, realize rapid reorganization of space, and ensure that the structure remains stable and reliable after each reassembly.
From the professional perspective of Picsharping , this detachable metal frame design not only tests the level of structural mechanics and precision manufacturing , but also reflects the high integration of design and engineering. In project practice, our team emphasizes the transformation of creative ideas into feasible structural solutions, and through fine processing and on-site assembly in our own factories, we ensure that the detachable structure not only meets the aesthetic effect, but also meets the safe and stable construction standards. This integrated design-production management and control capability is precisely the advantage of Picsharping in the implementation of modular display systems.
02 Structure and details, composing spatial stories
The design of the Chuang×Yi store cleverly combines decorative details with structural logic to create an intriguing sense of spatial storytelling. Just like the texture of Shanghai alleys, each module unit not only performs its functions but also tells a "street" story: the arc-shaped corner decoration of the display stand at the entrance is inspired by the typical door frame shape of Shikumen; the brackets for hanging clothes in the store are evolved from the outward-hanging clothes drying poles commonly seen in Shanghai, and become interesting clothing display racks after being coated with copper; the screens that separate the space use the bamboo texture of the old rattan chairs, making customers feel as if they are in the corridor in front of the alley; even some of the furniture in the store is a movable custom-made model made of brass and wood, and its shape reminds people of the benches and small tables in the alleys for neighbors to rest and chat . These elements derived from alley life are organically embedded in the structural modules, decoration is structure, and structure is story - every prop and every detail tells the memory of Shanghai alleys.
This practice of incorporating local cultural symbols into structural details gives the space a multi-level narrative and immersive feeling. Visually , the textures of materials such as Shikumen gray bricks, bamboo weaving textures, and copper rods overlap each other, forming a picture of the interweaving of the old and the new in an open and transparent layout; functionally , these decorative components also serve as practical roles such as clothing display racks, partitions, and seats, ensuring the order and practicality of the space. Because of this, the entire store not only provides a modern shopping experience, but is also as intimate and vivid as a microcosm of Shanghai's lane life . When customers stroll through it, they not only browse the goods, but also seem to walk through a mini lane street, subtly deepening their perception of the brand story and design concept. This spatial narrative technique, in which structure and details blend seamlessly , shows the designer's deep understanding of local culture and commercial display, and is also a design idea that Picsharping highly respects and is good at implementing.
03 Modular componentization, efficient store replication
The third highlight of the "modular lane" concept is the modular component design of the overall space, which greatly improves the efficiency of the brand's future store replication . From the structural frame to the display furniture, the store is divided into standardized component units, each of which can exist independently and can be flexibly spliced and combined. Such a system means that when a brand expands a new store, it can directly reuse existing modules or mass-produce new components according to standardized specifications, and quickly build a store space with a unified style like building blocks. As described by the designer: the entire interior is composed of a set of modular "parts packages" that can be easily disassembled and reassembled in other locations when needed . For the brand, this modular solution not only shortens the construction cycle of the new store, reduces the design and construction costs, but also ensures the consistency of the spatial image of each branch. From single-store pilot to multi-store replication , modular componentization has set up an efficient assembly line, allowing creative concepts to quickly land and become large-scale commercial results.
More importantly, the implementation of modular components requires a high degree of coordination among design, structure, processing, and installation. With its integrated design-structure-production-construction service model, Picsharping is able to comprehensively consider the needs of subsequent batch replication at the beginning of the project and standardize the size, connection method, and material process of each display module. During the production stage, our factory mass-produces components according to unified standards to ensure consistent accuracy and quality; during the construction stage, assembly-type rapid installation is adopted to greatly reduce on-site operation time and errors. Through these comprehensive management and control measures, Picsharping has the ability to efficiently replicate similar modular display systems to stores in different regions, helping brands achieve the goal of rapid expansion .
Conclusion
The modular lane design of the "Chuang×Yi" fashion store shows us the great potential of space systematization in the field of commercial retail: the structure that is easy to disassemble and assemble allows the store to iterate with ease, the structured decorative details give the space a soul story, and the complete set of modular systems gives wings to the development of brand chains. The Picsharping team has deeply realized the value behind this kind of innovative design in long-term practice, and has developed the full-process ability to implement it into reality . If you also want to introduce such a creative display system for your commercial space, we are willing to work with you with professional integrated services to turn more ideas from concepts into vivid reality. Welcome to communicate with us further and create your own space story together !
