New Louis Vuitton flagship opens in Beijing
Leathergoods brand Louis Vuitton has opened a new store in Sanlitun in Beijing. It said it wanted the new store to make its mark on the architecture of the Chinese capital.
It worked with Japan-based architect Jun Aoki on the project. Mr Aoki has been working with Louis Vuitton for 25 years and had previously completed projects for the company in Tokyo and Osaka.
“This new flagship weaves tradition and modernity, drawing inspiration from the sculptural shapes of Taihu stone [porous limestone from Jiangsu province], as well as the fluid look of a dress created by Nicolas Ghesquière for the women’s spring-summer 2016 collection,” the company said.
Inside the store, “the entirety of Louis Vuitton’s universe” is available across four levels, along with four private lounges to welcome particularly important clients and a café.
