• Odami Bathes Aesop’s Palisades Village Outpost in a Sea of Green
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    Odami Bathes Aesop’s Palisades Village Outpost in a Sea of Green

    September 2, 2023 - By 

    Odami Bathes Aesop’s Palisades Village Outpost in a Sea of Green The monochromatic interior was inspired by the lush landscape — and the iconic modernist architecture — that surrounds it. Aesop is not only renowned for its luxe skincare products, but for the stunning spaces in which it sells them. Designed by some of the architecture industry’s biggest names, from Superkül to Snøhetta, each store offers a unique brand experience that reflects its context. Rising Toronto firm Odami now has two locations under its belt. The first, Aesop Yorkville, is an ode to the Toronto neighbourhood’s Victorian homes, lined with…

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    Newlab’s Fordism-Inspired Outpost Opens in Detroit

    September 1, 2023 - By 

    Newlab’s Fordism-Inspired Outpost Opens in Detroit In Detroit, Civilian revives an Albert Kahn-designed post office and warehouse as a vibrant innovation hub. “The building was going back to nature. There were trees growing inside of it, the basement was full of water and the concrete was damaged.” This is how architect Nicko Elliott of Civilian describes the undeserved fate of the Book Depository, one of many art deco landmarks that have shaped the city of Detroit. For 35 years, the Albert Kahn building — which first served as a post office branch and mail warehouse, then as a storage facility…