# Contemporary Sweet Shops This Candy Store Has an Appealing, Modern Aesthetic By Mishal Omar | Published 2016-11-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candy-store References: [retaildesignblog.net](http://retaildesignblog.net/2016/11/28/imren-sweet-shop-by-kst-architecture-interiors-antalya-turkey/) & [kstmimarlik](http://www.kstmimarlik.com/) The 'Imren Sweet Shop' in Antalya, Turkey was designed to offer a contemporary interpretation of the [classic candy store](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swedish-tasting). Small sweet shops have existed around the world for a long time and tend to have classic, vibrant aesthetics that are more traditional than they are contemporary. Designed by 'Kst Architecture & Interiors,' this particular Turkish candy store opts for a [modern aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/white-is-good-shop). The store features candy in gold-lidded jars and glass storage units, while the space itself is black and white, minimal and brightly lit. The resulting aesthetic is one that favors simplicity over extravagant designs – but with the same appeal. This candy store works to [appeal to people of all ages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gigantic-candy-deluxe) and reinterpret how sweet shops should be designed. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Modern Candy Stores:** Designing candy stores with a modern aesthetic to appeal to a wider audience. - **Minimalist Sweet Shops:** Embracing minimalism in sweet shops to emphasize the products and create a contemporary atmosphere. - **Simplified Candy Packaging:** Using simple and elegant packaging for candy products to create a more modern and sophisticated image. ### Where This Applies - **Retail:** Retailers can apply modern design aesthetics to their sweet shops to make them stand out and appeal to new customers. - **Packaging:** Packaging companies can create simple and elegant candy packaging that aligns with modern design trends. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can explore modern and minimalist sweet shop design themes for clients looking to create a contemporary retail space. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Heritage Interior Chocolate Shops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barnaby-shop.md) - [Young Consumer-Focused Store Redesigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auntie-annes1.md) - [Nostalgic Adult-Targeted Candy Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stockleys-treacle-toffee.md) - [Modernized Retro Candy Flavors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stockleys-sweets.md) - [Immersive Brand Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loacker-galaxy.md) - [Sweet Charcuterie Gift Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candy-charcuterie-tray-line.md) - [Easy-to-Shop Candy Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hancocks-pick-n-mix-station.md) - [Retro Candy Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candy-advent-calendars.md) - [Swedish Candy Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bubs-sweeteasy.md)