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Arcos Flagship Store

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Innovation
Functionality
Creativity
Eco-Social Impact
Total
JURY VOTES
Single-Brand Store
6.70
7.20
6.75
6.65
6.83
Frederik Bellermann
Frederik Bellermann Strategic Marketing Manager at Wilkhahn Wilkening+Hahne
Nice choice of materials - but very...
6.38
7.02
7.17
5.95
6.63
Sandra Adrian Asplund
Sandra Adrian Asplund Creative Director at Asplund Collection Stockholm
6.81
6.88
6.95
5.56
6.55
Guillermo Blanco
Guillermo Blanco Design Director at Worldesignteam
beautiful work environment , wou...
7.05
7.02
8.1
7.04
7.3
James Dilley
James Dilley Director | Head of Hospitality and Interior Design at Jestico + Whiles
6.45
6.88
6.81
6.24
6.6
Paulo Rocha
Paulo Rocha Partner at  KPMB Architects
7
7
8
6.5
7.13
Ricardo Seola
Ricardo Seola Creative Director and Photography Professor at Ricardo Seola and NABA Milano
7.67
7.02
7.45
7.02
7.29
Nathan Allen
Nathan Allen Head of Global Sustainability Programs & Partnerships at Google
7.97
7.65
7.36
6.94
7.48
Luisa Norbis
Luisa Norbis Interior Designer and Journalist at Luisa Norbis
With a Jean Nouvel building I would...
6
7
6
7
6.5
Ava Watson
Ava Watson Multidisciplinary Designer at Ava Watson
6.24
6.17
6.45
6.81
6.42
Virginia Lung
Virginia Lung Design Director at One Plus Partnership
8.49
8.2
7.84
7.27
7.95
Wang Xiaodong
Wang Xiaodong Principal at Zhejiang University Architectural Design and Research Institute
7.21
6.23
6.25
7.93
6.91
Designer
Client
Arcos
Floor area
90 ㎡
Completion
2024
Social Media
Instagram

ARCOS FLAGSHIP STORE is a living, breathing space where the brand’s rich legacy meets its bold, ever-evolving spirit—crafted to resonate with the rhythm and style of today.

Functionality: ARCOS is no longer just a factory—it presents itself as a brand. The space fulfills its core purpose (sales), but goes beyond by building emotional connections and opening the brand to diverse audiences. All this, without ever compromising its commitment to design excellence.

Creativity: The space is imagined as three interconnected rooms, each with a distinct purpose yet united by a common narrative. The first room honors ARCOS' heritage, bringing to life its leitmotif—cut to share—a tribute to the moments of use and joy that define the brand. The second brings that message to the forefront in a bold and visual way: a striking oval-shaped centerpiece, a reimagined communal table, displays products in custom vitrines inspired by the serrated edge of a knife—subtle cuts that double as showcases.

The third: a kitchen. A space where ARCOS asserts its strength in high-end culinary performance. It represents the world of professional cooking, where precision and structure are key to achieving excellence—a perfect metaphor for the brand’s values.

Innovation: This is a space that breaks the rules of what a flagship store is expected to be. It challenges traditional formats to become a true brand experience—one that aligns with ARCOS’ goals in the short, medium, and long term.

Eco Social Impact: Sustainability and authenticity were guiding principles throughout the design. Materials were chosen to match the integrity and purity of ARCOS steel: natural woods, raw finishes, magnetized supports. Every detail is crafted to reflect the brand’s values and quality. At the same time, the space was designed to be versatile—a strategic investment that gives the flagship many lives and many uses over time.