Celine's latest store, nestled in Ion Orchard in Singapore, redefines the concept of a refined luxury experience. The 240-square-metre boutique has a single brilliant floor and combines daring forms with a whisper of organic warmth. The entrance entices with a curving glass facade, its undulating form softened by slabs of Calacatta Oyster marble, each fissure and silver vein a natural artwork. The juxtaposition of fluidity and structure piques interest, combining architectural boldness with subtle touch, as if it exhales a sense of calm confidence.
Textures connect seamlessly on the inside. Rough-hewn Basaltina flooring, with volcanic roughness and buttery marble inlays, providing a grounded contrast to the sleek drama overhead. Brushed wood panels wrap around the walls, while brass fixtures and antique gold mirrors cast a warm glow over displays of leather goods and tailored pieces. The Celine Beaute counter, centred in the room, rises like a geometric shrine, its severe angles contrasting with the graceful curves of perfume bottles. In the back, the Homme area unfolds in murky allure – charcoal walls, matte finishes, and midnight-toned racks create a sombre refuge that seems both personal and planned.
The different textures work together effortlessly on the inside. The rough-hewn Basaltina flooring, featuring volcanic roughness and buttery marble inlays, creates an ultra-cool contrast to the sleek interior design. Brushed wood panels wrap around the walls, while brass fixtures and antique gold mirrors cast a warm glow over the tailored pieces and leather goods. At the back, the Homme area reveals its mysterious appeal with charcoal walls, matte finishes, and dark-toned racks, creating a sombre space that seems both personal and planned.
The boutique’s highlight is hidden in plain sight: a lounge surrounded by mirrors that function as kinetic artwork. When open, the room breathes alongside the main gallery, and when closed, it morphs into a cocoon of peaceful opulence. Vintage armchairs with sculptural forms coexist with custom-built couches, their luxurious upholstery and angular frames reflecting the store’s mix of raw and sophisticated. Above it all, a stunning fracture-esque sculpture by Machteld Rullens mounted on the wall echoes Celine’s inclination towards freedom of expression, untethered by convention.
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