# Melting Chocolate Ceilings This Unique Chocolate Shop Feature a Candy-Coated Interior By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2015-09-17 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-chocolate-shop References: [contemporist](http://www.contemporist.com/2015/09/15/design-detail-a-ceiling-of-melting-chocolate/) & [arnauestudit](http://www.arnauestudi.cat/portfolio/ferrer-xocolata/) The 'Arnau Architecture Studio' recently designed a unique chocolate shop that features an unexpected interior. Anyone with a sweet tooth knows that visiting a chocolate shop is a magical experience. This particular store takes the chocolate-buying experience to the next level with a candy-coated interior. The unique chocolate shop is called 'Ferrer Xocolata' and it is located in Girona, Spain. Similar to other candy shops, the store is lined with several shelves of [gourmet chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fix-dessert-chocolatier). The center of the shop also features a glass display filled with [freshly-baked treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pastis-de-belm). While the interior itself is highly elegant, the store's most impressive design feature is located above customer's heads. The ceiling features a unique coating that mimics the effect of melted chocolate. This whimsical chocolate shop is the perfect place for chocolate lovers to immerse themselves in sweet treats. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 - **Candy-coated Interior:** Opportunity for other retail spaces to incorporate unique and immersive design elements that enhance the customer experience. - **Gourmet Chocolates:** Demand for high-quality, artisanal chocolates is on the rise, presenting an opportunity for small-scale chocolate makers to enter the market and cater to discerning customers. - **Whimsical Experiences:** Potential for businesses in various industries to create whimsical and immersive experiences that leave a lasting impression on customers. ### Where This Applies - **Retail:** Potential for other retailers to incorporate unique design features and create memorable shopping experiences that attract and engage customers. - **Food and Beverage:** Opportunity for artisanal chocolate makers to tap into the growing market of gourmet chocolates and cater to customers seeking high-quality, unique chocolate experiences. - **Entertainment and Hospitality:** Potential for entertainment venues and hospitality establishments to create whimsical and immersive experiences that differentiate their offerings and attract customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Screen-Printed Chocolate Tiled Rooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-room-1.md) - [Virtual Chocolate Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virtual-chocolate-store.md) - [Heritage Interior Chocolate Shops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barnaby-shop.md) - [Immersive Brand Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loacker-galaxy.md) - [Macabre Chocolate Shops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-shops.md) - [Vibrantly Designed Confectionary Office](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ritter-sport-schokozentrale.md) - [Fluffy Pull-Apart Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tucho-angel-hair.md) - [Vegan Confectionery Store Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-confectionery-store.md) - [Accessible Dubai-Style Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dubaistyle-chocolate-bar.md)