For its first monobrand store, Aether Apparel chose The Proxy in Hayes Valley. Architects Envelope A&Dwere responsible and strongly supported by the store managers. The main idea: To turn three recycled shipping containers into a concept store. They integrated glass and metal components, a glass porch lounge and a metal conveyor belt to present the collection.
Store management wanted to work exclusively with local suppliers. All metal details were implemented by Chris Frechn Metal, Inc., from San Francisco.
Architecture
Envelope A&D, www.envelopead.com, in collaboration with Thierry Gaugain
Interior Design
Proxy SF, Insight Construction, New Bohemia Signs, Lori Katz Group, Amber Flooring, A Coat Above Painting, RK Conveyors, Roman Shade Company, Ad-Lite Crane Service, Lewis M. Merlo Inc., Metropolitan Glass
Design
Envelope A&D, www.envelopead.com, in collaboration with Thierry Gaugain
