# Lab-Like Cycling Shops The United Cycling Shop in Copenhagen Showcases the Beauty of Machines By Justin Lam | Published 2018-11-07 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/united-cycling References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2018/11/06/johannes-torpe-studio-united-cycling-shop-lynge-denmark-interiors/) & [wallpaper](https://www.wallpaper.com/lifestyle/united-cycling-project-johannes-torpe-copenhagen) Cycling shops are rarely hubs for architectural innovation, but [United Cycling](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-sunset) in Copenhagen redefines what a bicycle store should look like. Designed by Johannes Torpe Studio, this unique retail space invites customers into a laboratory-style space. Complete with illuminated white walls and mechanical hoists, the United Cycling store offers an incredibly [futuristic showroom](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deji-plaza-phase-ii) that encourages customers to "inspect, touch and admire the bicycles for their technical superiority." The space also plays host to a workshop, bike-fitting area, as well as a number of meeting rooms and canteen for staff. All of the rooms maintain the lab-like aesthetics with simple concrete flooring and illuminated white walls. The concept behind the space was to showcase the technological innovation behind the bicycles shown in the shop while creating a tactile space for customers to observe and purchase their next ride. Image Credit: [Alastair Philip Wiper](https://alastairphilipwiper.com/) Project Credit: [Johannes Torpe Studios](http://johannestorpe.com/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Lab-like Cycling Shops:** Creating retail spaces with laboratory-like aesthetics to showcase the technological innovation of bicycles. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Retail:** Incorporating lab-like aesthetics in bicycle stores to create a unique and futuristic shopping experience. - **Architecture and Design:** Designing innovative retail spaces that redefine traditional concepts and invite customers to interact with the products. - **Cycling:** Exploring new ways to showcase bicycles and promote their technical superiority through innovative store designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modern Electric Bike Shops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-bike-shop.md) - [Minimal Cycling Retail Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maap-lab-sydney.md) - [Immersive Sports Supplies Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegas-sports.md) - [Retail Design Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/d142.md) - [California-Inspired Gallery-Style Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frame-store.md) - [Ultra-Slick Auto Retail Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/latelier-alpine.md) - [Colorfully Immersive Retail Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/athletic-propulsion-labs-store.md) - [Decor-Matching Exercise Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/around-spinning-bike.md) - [Community-Centric Headquarters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/communitycentric-design.md)