The TOYKIO Store in Dusseldorf, Germany, is superbly unique.
The concept store contains three different sections; a cafe, a gallery and a shop. The store was based off of two inspirations. The first was the Brooklyn coffee scene, which boasts galleries of art and photography, and the second was the handmade pastries of Sydney, Australia.
The TOYKIO Store itself carries toy products from Futura, Kaws, Michael Lau as well as Ron English. The gallery has contemporary art in addition to its subculture-oriented art. The cafe boasts a delicious menu and rich coffee.
The store is the first of its kind in Germany and is clearly unique in its style. The Brooklyn inspiration is clearly displayed throughout the store and the shop is definitely a must-see for any Germany-bound travelers.
Subculture Street Art Shops
The TOYKIO Store is Three Shopping Areas in One
Trend Themes
1. Subculture Concept Stores - Businesses can incorporate cafes, galleries and shops that showcase contemporary and subculture-oriented art and products to attract customers.
2. Street Art Galleries - Businesses can create galleries for street art enthusiasts to exhibit and buy street art products from famous artists.
3. Toy-based Art Collections - Businesses can showcase and sell toy-based contemporary art collections from popular art figures and creators.
Industry Implications
1. Retail Industry - This industry can adopt the subculture-inspired business concept store model to engage customers and boost revenue.
2. Hospitality Industry - This industry can incorporate art galleries and cafes to bring in customers who have an interest in subculture-oriented art.
3. Art Industry - This industry can incorporate the concept of toy-based art collections into their exhibitions to attract contemporary art enthusiasts.