Manolo Blahnik opens store in Marina Bay Sands
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Manolo Blahnik’s Spanish footwear styles have arrived in Singapore with a standalone store in Marina Bay Sands.
Architect Nick Leith-Smith, who has overseen all of Blahnik’s brick-and-mortar projects, designed the space, drawing inspiration from the cultural and contemporary architecture of Singapore. The floor has colonial-style monochromatic tiles, with woody elements, while sharp corners and matte-black frames reflect the modernity of its retail surroundings.
Manolo Blahnik brand CEO Kristina Blahnik says Marina Bay Sands has been at the forefront of combining innovative architecture, luxury shopping and leisure, “so I am very excited now Manolo Blahnik will be part of this special concept”.
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Q.Which specific architectural elements in the new store were inspired by Singapore?
Which specific architectural elements in the new store were inspired by Singapore?
The store's design incorporates colonial-style monochromatic tiles on the floor and woody elements, alongside sharp corners and matte-black frames reflecting modern retail aesthetics, drawing inspiration from Singapore's cultural and contemporary architecture.
Q.Who designed the new Manolo Blahnik store in Marina Bay Sands?
Who designed the new Manolo Blahnik store in Marina Bay Sands?
Architect Nick Leith-Smith designed the new store. He has previously overseen all of Manolo Blahnik's other brick-and-mortar projects, bringing consistency to the brand's physical retail spaces.
Q.What was Kristina Blahnik's reason for choosing Marina Bay Sands for the new store?
What was Kristina Blahnik's reason for choosing Marina Bay Sands for the new store?
Kristina Blahnik, the brand's CEO, chose Marina Bay Sands because it leads in combining innovative architecture, luxury shopping, and leisure. She is excited for Manolo Blahnik to join this unique concept.
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