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Serene Subterranean Bookstores

This Bookstore is Designed to Take Customers on a Cosmic Journey

— September 28, 2015 — Art & Design
Architectural firm 'Chu Chih-Kang Space Design' recently opened a subterranean bookstore that is designed to take customers on a cosmic journey. Although bookstores have become a less popular destination for consumers, many people still enjoy the feeling of browsing through a wide variety of literature. Chu Chih-Kang wanted to give customers a unique bookstore experience by drawing on the work of the Sichuan people.

The 'Fangsuo Bookstore' is located in Chengdu, which is the capital of China's Sichuan province. The space is inspired by the work of famous Sichuan authors who explored the idea of the cosmos. When customers arrive at the bookstore, they begin their cosmic journey by entering through a meteor-shaped doorway. The space then opens up to an enormous underground bookstore that features cosmic decorations throughout.

The Fangsuo Bookstore provides a unique shopping experience for those who appreciate the wisdom of iconic Sichuan authors.

Photo Credits: designboom, kang.tw
Trend Themes
1. Subterranean Bookstores - With the growing popularity of e-books, subterranean bookstores present an opportunity for physical bookstores to offer a unique and immersive experience for book lovers.
2. Cosmic Decorations - Using cosmic decorations in retail spaces can create an otherworldly atmosphere and provide a unique experience for customers.
3. Local Inspiration - Drawing inspiration from local culture and literature can create a unique and authentic sense of place in a retail environment.
Industry Implications
1. Retail - Retailers could take inspiration from the Fangsuo Bookstore and use immersive and inspired retail environments to create a unique and memorable experience for their customers.
2. Architecture & Interior Design - Architects and interior designers can take inspiration from the Fangsuo Bookstore and create unique and immersive spaces that tell a story and transport customers to another world.
3. Publishing - Publishers could collaborate with bookstores or create their own immersive retail spaces to showcase their products and create a memorable experience for customers.
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