Architectural Design
Heather Hammerle
Van Cleef & Arpels
Van Cleef & Arpels
Architectural Design
Heather Hammerle
Ralph Lauren
Ralph Lauren
Architectural Design
Lauren Palumbo
Aba
Aba
Sustainable Design, Interior Architecture
Lauren Palumbo
Hub Ann Arbor
Hub Ann Arbor
Sustainable Design, Architectural Design
Lauren Palumbo
Collective On 5th
Collective On 5th

Retail

Van Cleef & Arpels

 
 

Van Cleef & Arpels

Myefski Architects served as Architect of Record in association with Landmark Architects and the Van Cleef & Arpels Architecture Department for the build-out of this two-level, 3500 sf luxury retail boutique in Chicago’s Gold Coast neighborhood.

The bold, two-story facade features clairvoie mesh and curtains situated behind polished glass, as well as backlit signage above a satin steel finish - a standout among its fellow retailers on Oak Street. High-end finishes, lighting, and millwork accentuate jewel display cases and a double-height area connects the first floor to a second-floor entertainment space.

 
 
 

Location:

Chicago, IL

Market:

Retail

Stats:

Building Size: 3,500 sf

Services:

Architectural Design
Interior Architecture
Sustainable Design

 

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Ralph Lauren

 
 

Ralph Lauren

This project encompassed the renovation of a four-story luxury flagship boutique located on Chicago's iconic Michigan Avenue. As a long-established retailer in this prestigious shopping district, the boutique regularly invests in upgrading and refreshing its spaces to align with evolving customer expectations and contemporary retail trends. These latest renovations of 4,873 sf reflect the retailer's commitment to enhancing the customer experience, ensuring the environment remains inviting, modern, and reflective of its luxury brand identity.

 
 
 

Location:

Chicago, IL

Market:

Retail

Stats:

Building Size: 4,873 sf

Services:

Architectural Design
Interior Architecture
Sustainable Design

 

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Chanel

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Chanel

In association with Peter Marino Architects, Myefski Architects served as the Architect of Record for the design of a flagship store for this world-renowned couture fashion house. 

Located in Chicago's Gold Coast, this two-level, 10,780 sf boutique stands out on Oak Street. The design features a bold two-tone, high contrast facade with illuminated signage and display windows.

The equally impressive selling floors boast high-end finishes and display intricate niches, showcasing the brand's ready-to-wear pieces and accessories. The merchandising effects are articulated with sophisticated and intrepid design details including custom lighting, fixtures, furniture, and millwork.

Renderings by Peter Marino Architect.

 
 
 

Location:

Chicago, IL

MARKET:

Retail

Stats:

Building Size: 10,780 sf

Services:

Architectural Design
Interior Architecture
Sustainable Design

 

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Christian Dior

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Christian Dior

This Christian Dior boutique is strategically located at the epicenter of Chicago’s high fashion shopping district. A fanciful star affixed on the top of the building—a symbol of good luck for Monsieur Dior—distinguishes the boutique as a standout among neighboring luxury retailers.

At street level customers are drawn to the lustrous façade; an ethereal effect of the patterned frit/ceramic glazing, expansive display windows, and articulated lightboxes. Highly stylized, the cannage-patterned frit/ceramic glazing blurs away the joints between glass panels and produces a strong graphic statement. The frit glass is a stunning complement to the exposed steel canopy elements of the original Walton Gardens structure.

On the first floor, millinery, handbags, and accessories are individually showcased on display niches supported by ultra-slender shelves made of brushed stainless steel. Alluring display cases, crafted from custom millwork and crystal-clear glass, highlight timepieces and jewellery collections.

On the second floor, ready-to-wear collections and a shoe salon are beautifully contrasted against the glowing white backdrop of the double-height façade. This level is appointed with plush sofas and a wrought-iron sculpture.

Myefski Architects served as Executive Architect working in collaboration with the Christian Dior Architecture Department.

RECOGNITION

Gold Award 2018, Association of Licensed Architects

 
 
 

Location:

Chicago, IL

MARKET:

Retail

Stats:

Building Size: 6,759 sf

Services:

Architectural Design
Interior Architecture
Sustainable Design

 

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Chanel

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Chanel

In association with Peter Marino Architects, Myefski Architects served as the Architect of Record for the design of a flagship store for this world-renowned couture fashion house. 

Located in Chicago's Gold Coast, this two-level, 10,780 sf boutique stands out on Oak Street. The design features a bold two-tone, high contrast facade with illuminated signage and display windows.

The equally impressive selling floors boast high-end finishes and display intricate niches, showcasing the brand's ready-to-wear pieces and accessories. The merchandising effects are articulated with sophisticated and intrepid design details including custom lighting, fixtures, furniture, and millwork.

 
 
 

Location:

Chicago, IL

MARKET:

Retail

Stats:

Building Size: 10,780 sf

Services:

Architectural Design
Interior Architecture
Sustainable Design

 

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Christian Dior

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Christian Dior

This Christian Dior boutique is strategically located at the epicenter of Chicago’s high fashion shopping district. A fanciful star affixed on the top of the building—a symbol of good luck for Monsieur Dior—distinguishes the boutique as a standout among neighboring luxury retailers.

At street level customers are drawn to the lustrous façade; an ethereal effect of the patterned frit/ceramic glazing, expansive display windows, and articulated lightboxes. Highly stylized, the cannage-patterned frit/ceramic glazing blurs away the joints between glass panels and produces a strong graphic statement. The frit glass is a stunning complement to the exposed steel canopy elements of the original Walton Gardens structure.

On the first floor, millinery, handbags, and accessories are individually showcased on display niches supported by ultra-slender shelves made of brushed stainless steel. Alluring display cases, crafted from custom millwork and crystal-clear glass, highlight timepieces and jewellery collections.

On the second floor, ready-to-wear collections and a shoe salon are beautifully contrasted against the glowing white backdrop of the double-height façade. This level is appointed with plush sofas and a wrought-iron sculpture.

Myefski Architects served as Executive Architect working in collaboration with the Christian Dior Architecture Department.

RECOGNITION

Gold Award 2018, Association of Licensed Architects

 
 
 

Location:

Chicago, IL

MARKET:

Retail

Stats:

Building Size: 6,759 sf

Services:

Architectural Design
Interior Architecture
Sustainable Design

 

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Campus Colors

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Campus Colors


Design solutions for this mixed-use building, located in the geographic center of this active suburban “main street”, involved extensive renovations to transform a former Borders bookstore into an attractive, multi-tenant building. The highly transparent design solution creates a dynamic, flexible 130’ facade unifying the expansive streetscape.

Originally constructed in the 1920’s as four separate one- and two-story buildings, our designers focused on recapturing that scale by transforming the facade. The composition is organized around the existing divisions between buildings and is emphasized by a center canopy-covered entrance. The entrance is flanked by a punched opening volume and a curtain wall of regular rhythms.

Overall, the composition is grounded by its masonry mass, but creates movement through its snaking two-story stone banding. The simple material palette, textures, and detailing are subdued in order to provide the proper framework to effectively showcase each retailer.


 

Location:

Highland Park, IL

Market:

Retail

Stats:

Building Size: 20,500 sf

Services:

Architectural Design
Interior Architecture
Sustainable Design

 

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Zippy's Carwash

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Zippy’s Carwash


This 5,000 sf drive-thru carwash modernizes the Route 66-retro vibe. Exterior materials thoughtfully blend Atlas brick with metal panels and roofing. The curved roof structure is interrupted with a striking vertical fin element that showcases the commercial signage in bold primary colors.

The facility features a two-lane ticket queuing, a carwash conveyor, equipment spaces, a public office, and a small private office space. The site plan includes 18 stalls equipped with self-vacuum stations.

 
 
 

Location:

Niles, Illinois

Market:

Retail

STATs:

Building Size: 5,000 sf

Services:

Architectural Design
BIM Modeling
Sustainable Design

 

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