Santos Puerto del Carmen, a New Commercial Landmark in Lanzarote
Year
2023
Location
Puerto del Carmen, Lanzarote
Typology
Area
300
Matter, Light, and Exposure Facing the Atlantic
The Brief
The project involves the development of a new Santos store in Puerto del Carmen, Lanzarote. The goal is to create a contemporary retail space capable of housing different brands and product categories within a cohesive, elegant, and easily recognizable brand image.
The design should take advantage of the building’s long facade and high commercial visibility, creating a direct connection to the street and organizing a flexible interior that combines specialized spaces with a seamless shopping experience.
Project Scope
The design is centered around a dual-orientation facade composed of storefronts, entrances, and backlit images that create a strong and recognizable commercial presence. A continuous cladding of ceramic slats frames the composition and gives the building its identity, while the metal and glass elements ensure transparency and visibility.
Inside, an open, rectangular space organizes the exhibition through a perimeter gallery designed for brand corners, allowing for a clear and orderly view of the various retail areas. The central area is reserved for specialized display cases and featured exhibits, creating strategic focal points along the visitor’s path.
The combination of ceramic, lacquered iron, glass, lacquered wood, and oak strikes a balance between warmth and precision, creating a contemporary atmosphere where architecture and design blend seamlessly.
A retail architecture designed to enhance visibility, the customer experience, and the coexistence of multiple brands.
Ujo+partners developed the technical design and coordinated the fabrication, assembly, quality control, and commissioning of the project.
