Elka Collective, from Aplin Creative

Aplin Creative’s visually compelling design for Australian fashion label Elka Collective’s first flagship store raises the subject of why independent brands are investing in bricks and mortar once again.

BY Andrew McDonald

July 9th, 2019

Tags: Aplin Creative, Aspire Floors, Di Lorenzo Tiles, Meizai, Rockcote, Ross Gardam

Interior Design: Aplin Creative

Project Manager: Nik Drakoulis

Builder: i4 Design and Construction

Budget: $80k

Duration: 12 weeks

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