Fortià Rambla Llibertat: Wood and Vaults as a Spatial Identity
Year
2005
Location
Fortiá, Girona
Typology
Area
95
An intimate space where materials create atmosphere
The Brief
The project involves the design of a jewelry store in the heart of Girona, in a small space that requires a clear layout and a strong spatial identity. The goal is to structure the retail space into two distinct areas—public sales and private consultation—while maintaining visual continuity and formal coherence.
The design must optimize the available space and create an elegant and intimate experience in keeping with the nature of the product.
Project Scope
The design is centered around a display wall made of iroko wood slats that divides the space lengthwise and serves as the project’s defining element. This feature not only organizes the flow of the space but also introduces warmth and texture, becoming the space’s defining characteristic.
On one side is the entrance and walk-up sales area, structured around a long counter that facilitates interactions with customers. On the opposite side, the private sales area takes center stage beneath a large vaulted ceiling clad with the same wooden slats, creating material continuity and a more intimate atmosphere.
The result is a compact yet character-rich jewelry store, where wood and geometry define a cohesive and sophisticated spatial experience.
A jewelry store where wood guides the path and shapes the experience.
Ujo+partners was responsible for the design, technical development, fabrication, and installation, as well as the coordination, quality control, and commissioning of the project.
