Aesop, Richmond Upon Thames
Architect/Designer:
Al-Jawad Pike
Client:
Aesop UK
Stone Contractor:
Cumberland Group
Completion Date:
2024
Portland Stone:
Jordans Whitbed
Scope of Project:
Two central sink & display units, ensuite style vanity stand and sink & fragrance activation display window stand
The brand Aesop focus on sustainability, ensuring every one of the 400 stores worldwide is unique, but retains the same luxurious feel whilst stimulating the five senses. They utilise the existing bones of a building, combining the chosen architects vision whilst retaining character, then adding to the aesthetics with sustainable local materials.
The newly relocated Richmond branch uses around 60 m2 of CNC sawn, hand finished Jordans Whitbed to create the iconic central sinks, as 2 separate pieces of stone, laser cut to create 3 separate sinks and product displays. A smaller ensuite style vanity stand including sink, mirror and hidden storage and the fragrance activation display stand in the shop window.
As a fourth generation family business, Albion Stone takes pride in its knowledgeable and dedicated workforce. By combining traditional craftsmanship with modern manufacturing techniques, we produce Portland Stone of the highest quality while minimising our environmental impact.
