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Colossal Cinema-Converted Bookstores

The Grand Splendid Theater Offers a Dramatic Surprise

— April 18, 2012 — Art & Design
The Grand Splendid Theater in Buenos Aires will be the eighth wonder of the world for book enthusiasts and theatrical aficionados. This theater converted bookstore makes book shopping a grand experience. The theater first opened its doors in 1919 to host a bunch of different performances and later, establishing the building as a cinema in the late 1920s. It's now titled the El Ateneo Grand Splendid Theater, which attracts over one million visitors a year.

What's amazing about this space is the preserved decor from the 1920s. The ceiling murals, ornate wood carvings and vintage sculptures maintain the feeling that this space was once filled with dancers, actors and theater lovers. The decor embraces visitors with a taste of the past, making this reading spot a favorite. The Grand Splendid Theater even provides a live piano player that will fill the space with acoustics that are bound to make this attraction an even more dramatic experience.
Trend Themes
1. Cinema-converted Spaces - Businesses can consider converting unused cinemas into unique retail spaces, giving new life to old buildings while providing a memorable customer experience.
2. Preservation of Historical Decor - There is an opportunity to cater to consumers who value nostalgia and the preservation of iconic architecture, integrating it into modern-day experiences.
3. Innovative Atmosphere Design - Creating immersive atmospheres using live music or other unique elements can differentiate businesses and provide added value to consumers.
Industry Implications
1. Retail - Retailers can consider converting unused spaces such as cinemas into unique experiential retail spaces, providing a memorable customer experience.
2. Hospitality - Hotels or restaurants can attract customers by preserving historical decor and integrating it into a modern drinking or dining experience.
3. Entertainment - Theaters or concert venues can create innovative atmospheres using unique design and entertainment elements to differentiate themselves from competitors.
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