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Designers Bring Depth and Drama to Minimalist Gym
A stark color scheme is paired with mirrored glass that visually extends the interior
DESIGN FIRM CUN FF (China) was recently charged with designing the 10th location for Hercules Fitness, a fitness brand that made its debut in 2021. The resulting 86,111-square-foot space in Kunming features a contemporary interior with sharp edges, a dramatic color scheme and a sleek vibe.
Boasting a multi-functional training room, a Pilates classroom, a countercurrent swimming pool, a free strength area, upscale locker rooms with personal wardrobes, and even a self-service laundry area, the retailer’s overall design strives to support its mantra of “Sports, Life and Warmth.”
In addition to funky geometric ceilings and light fixtures, mirrored glass is a staple, which was intentionally used to blur boundaries and visually extend the interior. Feng Fei, Chief Designer of the project, believes that a gym is different from a typical commercial space and doesn’t require much decoration. Thus, Feng’s team opted for minimalistic lines, a black, white and gray palette, and clear functional divisions.
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📷: INSPACE, Kunming, China
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