Food for the senses
Visual Merchandising and Retail Design|January 2021
Conceptualized as a boutique outlet, Almond House, Kondapur was designed to reflect the booming café culture in the city of Hyderabad. Combing the theatrical and the glamorous, the space blurs the lines between contemporary retail and aesthetically designed cafes.
Food for the senses

Almond House seeks to offer an indulgent and culinary experience   to its customer. The brand’s latest outlet in Kondapur, Hyderabad was designed to offer an eclectic mix of cafe and retail experiences.

Designed by I’m D’sign studio, the interiors of the store reflect a medley of modern colors and textures that blend smoothly with the surface finishing. The architects have planned the store as a theatric display; with the huge glass façade giving a sneak peek into the alluring décor within, drawing more customers in.

“It was conceptualized as a boutique outlet that is young and vibrant. It combines indulgent forms and materials to create a unique spatial experience,” says, Dhruva Kalra, Principal Architect, I’m D’sign.

Elements that add the right feel

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