Louis Vuitton presents "The Louis" in Shanghai
The building is shaped like a ship. It is intended as a contemporary homage to the origins of travel. This reflects Louis Vuitton's history as a maker of luggage for transatlantic voyages in the 19th century. It also recalls the city's significance as the gateway to the East, with Shanghai serving as an important shipping and trading centre in China. A metal facade: The Louis in Shanghai. Credits: Louis Vuitton
"The Louis" is located on Wujiang Road in the city's central business district. Inside the building, there is a store and an exhibition space, as well as a café on the third floor. Its culinary concept combines the best of East and West. Visionary Journeys exhibition. Credits: Louis Vuitton Trunkscape tunnel. Credits: Louis Vuitton The 'Test room' Credits: Louis Vuitton
Under the title Visionary Journeys, Louis Vuitton is also presenting its latest exhibition at The Louis, exploring the multifaceted heritage of the house. It focuses on the themes of travel, craftsmanship, fashion and innovation. Exhibition on the theme of sport at The Louis in Shanghai. Credits: Louis Vuitton
The experience unfolds amidst an expansive scenographic design by Shohei Shigematsu-OMA, created as a journey through time and creativity. LV products from the past and present merge through immersive visual storytelling. The exhibition spans two floors within the enormous, ship-shaped "The Louis". It offers a sequence of thematic rooms. Le Café at The Louis in Shanghai. Credits: Louis Vuitton Le Café Louis Vuitton. Credits: Louis Vuitton Credits: Louis Vuitton Credits: Louis Vuitton This article was translated to English using an AI tool.
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