Spatial rhythm is shaped through a sequence of thresholds, from deep tonal entry moments to softly defined zones within. Sliding fabric panels and shoji-inspired elements create flexibility and flow, allowing the space to adapt while maintaining a calm, cohesive presence.
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Layered thresholds and movable fabric panels shape a fluid, immersive journey - balancing openness with moments of enclosure.
Acorn Showroom is a refined furniture showroom interior in Auckland, conceived as a physical expression of the brand's values — human-centred design, craftsmanship, and the quiet balance of form and function. Material clarity and spatial rhythm define the interior, combining contemporary restraint with natural material warmth and a sense of calm order. At the entry, deep red walls establish a strong tonal threshold, transitioning into a more considered, Japandi-influenced interior where shoji-inspired screens introduce softness and guide intentional movement. Tall sliding fabric panels create flexible retail zones within the open plan, framing curated furniture settings while maintaining visual flow. Natural oak joinery and bespoke tactile detailing ground the space, offering structure without rigidity. The result is a layered, adaptable showroom fitout — warm, considered, and quietly embodying an enduring design ethos.
A series of tall sliding fabric panels creates flexible, room-like zones within the open plan, framing curated furniture settings while maintaining visual lightness and flow.
Creative Director: Kate Pilot
Created during KANAT in collaboration with Natalia Glucina
