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DESIGNER DEPICTS APPLE STORES FROM AROUND THE WORLD IN DIFFERENT ARCHITECTURAL STYLES

Apple Store meets Kitsch/Novelty Architecture (New York – Big Apple)

The process of hiring an interior designer can feel like dating. Is it the right match? Are you on the same page? How do you know if your visions align?

Speaking of eye-catching and iconic, nothing beats this store! Situated probably in New York (also known as The Big Apple), this storefront is oddly appealing, and between you and me, Apple wouldn’t be caught dead making something like this. That’s why we have the power of AI to help us imagine what a Mimetic/Novelty Apple store would look like. Recognizable even from a distance, the store looks like a massive golden apple, complete with a stem on top. The outer facade makes the store look larger than it actually is because the insides remain traditional with flat vertical walls.

Ever wondered what Apple stores from around the world would look like if they were built in the style of regional architecture? Designer Shail Patel used MidJourney to see what flagship stores would look like around the world, combined with the architectural flavor of the region. The different stores broadly show two things – firstly, they show the AI’s understanding of specific architectural styles from around the world and from different eras. Secondly, they also take things a step further by depicting what a “tech showroom” would look like in the same architectural style. The results definitely give us something to think about.

Apple Store meets Pyramids (Egypt)

This one’s bordering on a tiring stereotype, but I do like the idea of a pyramid-inspired Apple Store. It looks mysterious, sophisticated, and regal. The pyramid’s clean design fits perfectly with Apple’s own design ethos, although it looks a little too large for a single retail space. I’m pretty sure it would be some form of cultural appropriation too, which isn’t a good look for Apple.

Apple Store meets Indigenous Sudano-Sahelian Africa (Central Africa, Sudan)

This one is an understated beauty. It’s raw yet incredibly inviting and shows how Apple’s retail architecture melts perfectly into the mud and clay-based styles of the Nubian or SudanoSahelian world. This particular style, found in parts of southern Egypt and Sudan, uses indigenous materials in its architecture, while also incorporating geometric themes and motifs to elevate it. The Apple logo built right into the mud storefront frame looks absolutely beautiful, and the glass facade on the front reveals a warm, earthy, woody interior.

Apple Store meets Urban Minimalism (Scandinavia + Tokyo

This sort of minimalism is something Apple does best. Glass facade, square-shaped building, the storefront looks like an Apple product! The use of white on the inside keeps the interiors looking pristine (just the way Apple likes it), and the flat glass paneling on the front reflects the buildings around it, creating an illusion that lets it blend into the background, while still being pretty eye-catching and iconic.

What to Expect When Working with an architectural Interior designer.

Working with an interior designer is a positive — and dare we say game-changing — experience for many. However, if you haven’t done it before, the idea of hiring someone to undertake this task can feel intimidating.

Have realistic expectations

Most designers will tell you that, as much as we all love to watch home design shows, their prevalence has done a bit of a disservice. Thanks to TV magic, the designers on those shows pull off projects with tight deadlines and shoestring budgets that would never fly in the real world. On TV, there is often a team of laborers working behind the scenes to complete the work in record time, and their salaries are built into the budget for the show, meaning design recipients only need to pay for the cost of materials. Realistically, you should be prepared to cover the cost of materials plus any additional labor costs. Keep in mind that hiring additional labor can help get the work done faster, but it will also increase your bottom line. Of course, every project is different. The best way to get a handle on an anticipated budget and duration is by asking potential designers for this information upfront. Don’t be afraid to reach out to more than one to get a realistic picture of what to expect.

Take the time to find the right fit

Not all designers are created equal. Like all of us, each designer has his or her own unique personal tastes, quirks, and business practices. To make sure your project is a success, it’s important that you and your designer are on the same page with a lot of these details. You may need to interview a few before you find someone who’s the right fit.

Simplicity is the ultimate form of Sophistication. Is about the capability o making fine distinctions when something is so precise that its relative analysis becomes a great challenge. Simplicity is a perfect realization of life. It is the achievement of something on which we work so hard.

In the design world, this interview is called a consultation. It can be an inperson meeting or held over the phone, and it can be paid or unpaid. You can use this time to ask to see samples of the designer’s work, learn more about their process, and ask about business practices, such as their preferred methods for communication and billing. You can also use this time to let the designer get to know you. Feel free to bring in a few photos or items you intend to use for design inspiration. Let the designer know about your specific quirks and personal preferences. By the end of the meeting, you should have a good sense of whether the two of you will work well together.

Billing isn’t standard Billing is another feature that varies among interior designers. Since most own their own businesses, they are free to set their own fee structures. However, it typically works in one of two ways. Either the designer charges an hourly fee with or without the cost of materials built-in — or charges you the retail price for merchandise and takes the upcharge as the fee. Both methods are considered typical. You just want to be sure you’re aware of how much you’re paying for services. Reputable designers will provide you with a thorough budget before they start making purchases, so seeing a cost breakdown shouldn’t be that difficult. If your designer seems resistant to the idea, you may want to look elsewhere.

Communication is key

Above all, good communication is the key to making sure your project comes to fruition the way you’ve been hoping. Sometimes, newer clients are hesitant to make their true opinions known because they feel they’re less knowledgeable than the designer, but at the end of the day, they’re the ones who need to be happy with the end result. Good designers prefer decisive clients.

Definitive opinions make their job easier in the moment and they know that happy clients are more likely to lead to future business. So, if you want to request changes from your designer, go right ahead. That said, the earlier you give feedback, the easier it will be to make changes. Particularly, if it’s given before purchases have been made purchases can be returned or just remain unused, but that privilege may come with an extra fee.

The process of hiring an interior designer can feel like dating. Is it the right match? Are you on the same page? How do you know if your visions align? All of these are common things to ask yourself before putting down a deposit—and taking a bet—on someone who might very well become a friend for life.

But if you’ve never gone through the process of using an interior designer before, and you feel unsure, consider flipping the script and interviewing them. Don't be shy. Now's the time to figure out what this partnership is going to look like.

The process of hiring an interior designer can feel like dating. Is it the right match? Are you on the same page? How do you know if your visions align?

In ARCON DESIGN we created an easy platform to guide our new clients in the process and help them connect with the design team in order to achieve high aesthetic results and expectations.

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