Bringing Style to Life: Kooka’s Rendering Expertise for Oliver Bonas
The newly opened Oliver Bonas store at Atria Shopping Centre in the heart of a bustling urban location represents the brand’s unique identity through its stylish design and carefully considered fitout. Kooka was proud to play a pivotal role in bringing this vision to life through our expert rendering services. This case study explores how we contributed to transforming the retail space, overcoming challenges, and delivering results that encapsulate the essence of Oliver Bonas.
Oliver Bonas is a well-known British lifestyle and fashion retailer offering a diverse range of products, from homeware to clothing and accessories. Renowned for their modern, eclectic style, the brand prioritises quality craftsmanship and distinctive design. With a reputation for infusing personality and creativity into their offerings, it was essential that their retail environments reflect the same ethos.
The Atria Shopping Centre, strategically located in a vibrant urban area, was chosen as the site for this new store. Its prime location was ideal for attracting a diverse clientele, ensuring that Oliver Bonas could engage both loyal customers and new visitors.
The vision for the store extended beyond a standard retail space; it was to create a customer experience that immersed visitors in the brand’s playful, creative, and welcoming atmosphere. The fitout demanded a modern yet timeless aesthetic, with high-quality finishes reflecting Oliver Bonas’ dedication to craftsmanship. Multiple textured walls, decorative feature areas, and product displays required bespoke rendering solutions to achieve the brand’s high standards.
Kooka’s Role in the Project
Kooka was tasked with executing high-quality rendering throughout the store. Our role was to deliver impeccable finishes for walls and feature areas, ensuring a cohesive, inviting design that aligned with Oliver Bonas’ brand image. Although we were not involved in the design phase, we received clear specifications and design instructions detailing the materials, textures, and finishes required. This allowed us to focus our expertise on executing the vision with precision and attention to detail.
Approach and Execution
With the specifications in hand, our team began the preparation and execution phases, ensuring that every surface met the project’s exacting standards. The rendering required a mix of smooth, polished finishes and textured, hand-applied surfaces to create depth and warmth throughout the store.
One of the unique challenges of the project was the combination of finishes, which demanded precise execution to achieve the desired contrast and balance. In addition, the tight timeline for the store’s opening required meticulous planning to ensure all work was completed to the highest standard within schedule.
The constraints of working within a retail environment presented additional challenges. Limited space between walls and features made traditional scaffolding impractical, so our team used scissor lifts to access elevated surfaces. This approach allowed us to work efficiently and safely while maintaining the precision required to achieve the specified finishes.
Materials and Techniques
Our team carefully used premium materials to provide visual appeal and durability. The rendering techniques combined smooth, polished finishes with textured, hand- applied materials to add dimension and contrast to the store’s design.
Sustainability was also a key consideration. Where possible, we used eco-friendly render options as per specification, reducing the environmental impact while maintaining the high-quality aesthetic Oliver Bonas required.
Collaboration and Communication
Throughout the project, effective communication was essential. Kooka worked closely with the construction team and interior designers, ensuring the fitout progressed smoothly and that the rendering aligned with the overall design vision. Regular check-ins allowed us to address any challenges promptly, maintain momentum, and uphold the quality of our work.
Quality Control and Timely Delivery
Rigorous quality control measures were implemented at every stage of the process. Kooka’s director, Bobby Cook, personally oversaw progress, conducting regular inspections to ensure the finishes met specifications.
Thanks to our streamlined processes and close collaboration with all stakeholders, we successfully completed the rendering work on time and within budget. Meeting the project timeline was critical for the store’s grand opening, and our team delivered with precision and reliability.
The Finished Product
The completed store at Atria Shopping Centre is a stunning reflection of Oliver Bonas’ style and vision. The rendered surfaces play a key role in elevating the aesthetic, creating a welcoming and visually striking environment.
Textured feature walls add depth and warmth, providing a beautiful contrast to the sleek, polished finishes in the display areas. This combination of materials and techniques enhances the overall atmosphere, inviting customers to explore and engage with the space.
Client Feedback
Oliver Bonas was thrilled with the results, praising the rendering work for aligning perfectly with their vision. The unique textures and finishes have become defining elements of the store’s character, enhancing the customer shopping experience.
Reflections and Future Opportunities
This project highlights the importance of collaboration and adaptability in bringing a brand’s vision to life. Working closely with designers and construction teams allowed Kooka to tailor our approach and deliver results that exceeded expectations.
The success of this fitout has opened the door to future opportunities with Oliver Bonas and other high-profile retail projects. It has also reinforced Kooka’s commitment to providing innovative rendering solutions that help brands transform their spaces.
Transform Your Space with Kooka
At Kooka, we specialise in delivering high-quality rendering solutions for a range of projects, from retail fitouts to residential and commercial spaces. Our expert team combines technical skill and creativity to bring your vision to life with precision and care.
If you’re looking to transform your space with expertly crafted renders that enhance design and customer experience, get in touch with us today!
