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Elka Collective, from Aplin Creative

Aplin Creative’s visually compelling design for Australian fashion label Elka Collective’s first flagship store raises the subject of why independent brands are investing in bricks and mortar once again.


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July 9th, 2019

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Interior Design: Aplin Creative

Project Manager: Nik Drakoulis

Builder: i4 Design and Construction

 

Budget: $80k

Duration: 12 weeks

 

Furniture

‘Prostoria’ Oblique easychair, Meizai.

 

Lighting

‘Nebular’ Chandelier, Ross Gardam. ‘Attalos’ pendant light, Marz Designs.

 

Finishes

Gather Co ‘Malina’ terracotta tiles, Di Lorenzo Tiles. Solider engineered oak flooring, Aspire Floors. Lime Plaster, Rockcote. Sandstone finishes, Kellyville Landscape Supplies.

 

Read more about Elka Collective by Aplin Creative and the concept behind it here.

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