THE BOOK NOOK

Commercial Design Retail Project

ArcCom - Journey - Amber #6

Passes NFPA 701 / 100,000 double rubs / ACT certified

The Book Nook is a small, independently owned bookstore cultivated for booklovers.

The relaxed bohemian design invites customers to shop, read, and stay to enjoy the offered specialty services such as book readings, writing workshops, and book clubs.

KEY PROJECT INFORMATION:

Location

Wheaton, IL

Sq. Footage

2,456 sq. ft.

Target Market Young Adults – Millennials/Gen Z Avid readers of all levels

DESIGN ACHIEVEMENTS:

• Logo colors and book themed quotes used throughout design to emphasize branding

• Use of sustainable fabrics and finishes with attributes such as FSC certification, recycled content, antimicrobial, and phthalate free

• ADA Accessible with 44” wide circulation paths, 60” wheelchair turning points, a public ADA compliant bathroom, and acessible cash wrap

• Use of open shelving fixtures to divide the space, but keep sightlines open for security

• Changes made in flooring and retail fixture layout to assist in wayfinding and guiding customers around the entire store

Belden Brick Co - Garnet Blend

Heavy duty / low emitting / may contribute to LEED credits

ONE POINT BIRDS EYE PERSPECTIVE

Somer Tile - Faenza Azul

Made from natural materials / free from allergens, VOCs, formaldehyde & PVC

TerraMai Acoustic Ceiling & Wall Panel Low VOC / contains recycled content / HPD certified / 0.85 NRC

Loloi Rugs - LF04 MH Rust/Ivory

Primary products - Line perimeter & guide customers throughout entire store

Secondary products - Interspersed between primary products to create interest

Seasonal products - Can be easily seen from exterior to draw customers in

MERCHANDISE PLAN

SCALE: 1/8” = 1’ - 0”

Opto Reveal WallMounted Shadowbox

Customizable to allow for many shelves for primary products - books

Opto Reveal Display Cube Set Can be broken into different groupings - adjustable as merchandise fluxuates

Opto Edge Rectangular Table Grouping

Passes NFPA 701 / 100,000 double rubs / ACT certified

Opto Evolve 2-Module Low Gondola Low height shelves in the middle of the space - clear visuals for security

Opto Reveal Wall

Focal Panel

Adaptable shelving for ever changing secondary products - hooks for branded canvas bags

B+N Industries Sorbetti 2.0

Avoiding walls of books - open shelving keeps sightlines open

Impulse products - Placed near the cash wrap to easily grab before checking out

Specialty service area- Cozy space for reading when not being utilized for events

ALL RENDERINGS PRODUCED WITH SKETCHUP / RENDERED WITH ENSCAPE / ENHANCED IN ADOBE PHOTOSHOP DRAWINGS PRODUCED IN AUTODESK AUTOCAD, NOT TO SCALE. ORIGINAL SCALE IS REPRESENTATIVE OF INDUSTRY STANDARD 5. 5. 5. 5. 5. 1. 1. 1. 1. 1. 1. 1. 2. 2. 2. 2. 2. 2. 3. 3. 3. 4. 4. 4. 4. 4. 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6