Embodying an interplay of industrial and deconstructivist principles, Departamento evokes a sense of expansion and contraction. Concealed within a coffee shop, the store's entrance opens up to a reflective portal that transports visitors into a dynamically segmented space. Designed to foster moments of discovery, its non-linear grid layout redefines conventional browsing. The interior architecture features sculptural forms and contrasting materials - heavy wood juxtaposed with light metals - creating a fluid yet intentional spatial experience. By integrating both custom and vintage furnishings, as well as distinctive lighting pieces, the interiors create a tactile, multi-sensory shopping environment. Los Angeles, 2024