We got a partial look at the outside of the Apple Store TRX in Kuala Lumpur a few weeks ago, and the tiered pyramid design looked pretty spectacular.
Apple has now shared photos of the inside of the store, ahead of Saturday’s opening, and it doesn’t disappoint …
Apple Store TRX – a badly kept secret
Plans for an Apple Store in Kuala Lumpur had been rumored for years, and when a spectacular building was revealed as part of the city’s new Exchange TRX shopping center, it seemed clear to many that this would be it.
That theory was confirmed late last year when Apple signage was spotted, and videoed before it was hastily removed. Apple last month officially announced that the building is indeed its latest retail store, and that it will open on June 22.
A look inside the Kuala Lumpur store
Apple has now showed off photos of the interior, and says that the most dramatic design feature isn’t just for looks.
Apple The Exchange TRX connects the mall’s central atrium to a lush rooftop park that wraps around the store’s upper level. Emitting a warm glow at night, the three-dimensional layered roof consists of horizontal glass panels and shading blades to reduce the sun’s rays. A central glazed oculus brings daylight into the interior and includes a dynamic artificial-lighting feature.
What looks like the main floor of the store, above, is actually a “floating deck” above the main display floor below.
Inside the store, a sculptural quartz and glass staircase connects the three levels where customers can explore, learn, and shop. The Forum, home to Today at Apple programming, is located on a floating deck that joins up with the mall, while the upper level directly connects with the edge of the park, bringing daylight and greenery into the store through a continuous glass façade.
Apple is marking the opening with a number of workshops with leading Malaysian creators.
To celebrate the opening, a special Today at Apple series, “Jom Discover,” will run from Saturday, June 22, through Saturday, July 6. Bringing together some of Malaysia’s most celebrated creators, the sessions will offer a glimpse into the creative process while showcasing Apple’s full range of products and services.
Sessions in the “Jom Discover” series include:
- Performance: De Fam
- Workshop: Capture Portraits on iPhone with Jason smashpop
- Spotlight: Video Magic on Mac with Adam Lobo
- Workshop: Turn Ideas Into Action on iPad with Iman Azman
- Spotlight: Live Well with Nana Mohd and Apple Watch
Check out more photos below (tap/click on each to enlarge).
Photos: Apple
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