Paris, le 22 mars 2024 –
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In a recently revitalized district of Azabudai, Tokyo’s urban landscape welcomes a new architectural and fashion marvel: the Christian Dior Couture boutique.
Conceived by the prestigious firm Kengo Kuma & Associates, this innovative facade is a world first, merging the elegance of haute couture with architectural excellence.
The boutique’s facade, a true work of art, is designed with superimposed ultra-fine threads, evoking the precise folds of a haute couture dress.
This unique design is not just a technical feat; it embodies the spirit of the Christian Dior brand, known for its refinement and innovation.
Kengo Kuma, the architect behind this masterpiece, explains, “We sought to create a building that breathes with the city, a space where architecture and haute couture become one.”
Inside, the boutique offers an immersive experience in the world of luxury and Japanese craftsmanship. Spaces are adorned with elegant panels, carved using the traditional naguri technique, known for its rich textures that play with light and shadow.
The use of washi paper in the interior decoration adds a touch of delicacy, its patterns subtly reminiscent of the art of weaving, a value dear to the house of Dior.
Undoubtedly, the highlight of this achievement is the elegant rooftop garden, designed to evoke the villa Les Rhumbs in Granville, childhood home of Monsieur Dior and a constant source of inspiration for the designer.
This garden, both an urban refuge and a tribute to Dior’s heritage, offers visitors a moment of calm and beauty amidst Tokyo’s hustle and bustle.
The new Christian Dior Couture boutique in Azabudai is not just about selling clothes; it is a celebration of art, fashion, and architecture.
It’s a space where enthusiasts of these disciplines can meet, get inspired, and admire the result of a unique collaboration between masters of architecture and design.
Visiting this boutique, one cannot help but be struck by the perfect harmony between tradition and modernity, a balance that defines Tokyo so well and now, the house of Dior itself.
With its opening, the Christian Dior Couture boutique in Azabudai not only establishes itself as a benchmark for fashion enthusiasts but also as an architectural icon in the city of Tokyo, proving once again that fashion and architecture are forms of art that nourish and beautify each other.
Image credits: Gigi Baini for Dior
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