# Stone Facade Premium Retailers Rafael de Cárdenas Designs the SKIMS NYC Flagship Interiors By Amy Duong | Published 2024-12-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skims-nyc-flagship References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2024/12/13/skims-nyc-flagship-store-rafael-de-cardenas/)  Kim Kardashian's [SKIMS](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skims-10) apparel brand has just opened its inaugural [flagship location in New York](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/telfars-nyc-flagship) -- The SKIMS NYC Flagship store location is on Fifth Avenue with interiors led by Rafael de Cárdenas. The team takes over a historic structure that is finished with a detailed stone facade. Inside, Rafael de Cárdenas has informed the space with the signature nude palette paired with soft curved surfaces, round edges, and flooring throughout the space. The New York-based designers share, "The sumptuously soft but exactingly clean interior of the flagship sets off the landmark building's intricately historical facade. The collaboration has produced an immersive and innovative brand experience for existing SKIMS customers, and new ones, to discover." Image Credit: William Abranowicz ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 41% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 32% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Heritage-infused Retail Spaces:** Reviving historical structures with modern design offers a unique blend of history and innovation, attracting both cultural enthusiasts and fashion-forward consumers. - **Immersive Retail Experiences:** Creating fully immersive environments within retail locations can enhance customer engagement and build meaningful brand interactions. - **Sustainable Design Aesthetics:** Emphasizing sustainable design through the use of timeless elements such as stone facades promotes long-lasting architecture and reduces waste. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Luxury Retail:** The evolution of flagship locations into evocative experiences aligns with consumer expectations for premium and personalized shopping journeys. - **Interior Design:** The demand for innovative interior designs that blend aesthetics with functionality is transforming spaces into artistic and inviting environments. - **Historical Restoration:** Restoring and repurposing historical buildings presents opportunities for merging past legacies with contemporary commercial purposes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Celebrity Lingerie Flagship Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skims-10.md) - [Poolside-Inspired Swimwear Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skims-popup.md) - [Luxe Fashion Flagship Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/celine-miami.md) - [Architecturally Inspired Luxury Boutiques](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-boutique.md) - [Flagship Spa-Equipped Fashion Retailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-dior-new-york.md) - [texturally artistic fashion stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acne-studios-flagship-stores.md) - [Raw Architecture-Inspired Retail Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balenciaga-flagship-store.md) - [Curated Intimate Retail Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alaa-flagship-store.md) - [Residential-Inspired Beauty Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tom-ford-beauty-brand.md)