Duoyun Books’ flagship in Shanghai is 52 floors above ground level
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Design firm Wutopia Lab has designed a unique “books above clouds” store in Shanghai’s tallest building for Duoyun Books.
The design for 2259sqm flagship located on level 52 of Shanghai Tower was commissioned by Shanghai Century Publishing to provide space for 60,000 books. As well as the book-retailing area, the store features a lecture room, exhibition space and a cafe.
Wutopia’s scheme centres around a “white abstract mountain” of stacked translucent bookshelves and includes curved entrances and large windows offering expansive views over the city.
A “Tiffany-blue” cafe is embedded amidst the bookshelves, while a pink dessert house is positioned at the end of the store to surprise visitors.
Questions & Answers
Q.Which company commissioned the design for Duoyun Books' flagship store?
Which company commissioned the design for Duoyun Books' flagship store?
Shanghai Century Publishing commissioned the design for the new Duoyun Books flagship store. They tasked Wutopia Lab with creating the unique "books above clouds" concept.
Q.What is the total size of the new Duoyun Books store in Shanghai?
What is the total size of the new Duoyun Books store in Shanghai?
The new Duoyun Books flagship store spans 2,259 square metres. It is located on the 52nd level of Shanghai Tower, offering space for 60,000 books.
Q.What distinctive features are incorporated into the store's design?
What distinctive features are incorporated into the store's design?
The design includes a "white abstract mountain" of stacked translucent bookshelves and curved entrances. It also features a "Tiffany-blue" cafe and a pink dessert house at the end of the store.
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