Flight of Wines

The tenant and the landlord (EIAA) were looking for something that was distinctive and iconic. The result was a 4.5m tall deconstructed wine barrel that serves both functionally as a storefront element, and a showcase for displaying wine. In addition to the functional and iconic elements, a secondary goal was to extend the element out into the concourse to engage passerby and potential customers, not only when the shop was open, but even at night, when most of the concourse was closed. This added restrictions, both for security, as well as protecting the wine from sunlight. Integral infrared-protective glazing was included to achieve these goals, as well as utilizing lighting that had minimal infrared spectrum.