The Umami Mart pop-up shop has recently sprouted up in sunny Oakland, California. Originally a webshop and blog, the Umami Mart is now trying its hand at delivering goods to people first hand, and the results so far have been very good.
The Umami Mart pop-up store was designed by Anders Arhoj. He used a simple, clean and modern approach when working on the project, and this matches the similarly simple aesthetic of the merchandise the store sells. The Umami Mart sells Japanese kitchenware and bar accessories. All have a beautiful modern design, and they also perform their cooking function very efficiently.
Pop-up shops like this are a great way for popular Internet stores to transition into the retail market. They are temporary and can help business owners gauge interest and plan for more permanent future expansion.
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Trend Themes
1. Pop-up Retail Stores for Online Shops - More online stores will take advantage of pop-up retail stores as a way to test the retail market and plan for future expansion.
2. Simplistic Design in Kitchenware - Companies will adopt simplistic designs for their kitchenware to appeal to modern design sensibilities.
3. Japanese Influence in Kitchenware and Bar Accessories - The Japanese aesthetic will continue to be popular in the design of kitchenware and bar accessories.
Industry Implications
1. Retail Industry - Pop-up shops will become a growing trend, allowing online retailers like Umami Mart to test the market in a more tangible way.
2. Kitchenware Industry - Kitchenware companies will need to adapt to a minimalist design approach as consumers' design preferences shift towards simpler aesthetics.
3. Bar Accessories Industry - Companies in the bar accessories industry should incorporate Japanese design influences into their products to stay current with design trends.