Grand Optics Lemon Grove
Optometrist Clinic & Retail Fitout
Grand Optics engaged Studio PFA for the relocation of their existing clinic to a new tenancy within the Lemon Grove Shopping Centre in Chatswood. The new space presented a modest area of 60m² with a 5-metre shopfront. Studio PFA’s role was to develop a design that not only met the clinic’s spatial program—which included a retail area, testing room, and laboratory—but also maximized the visual impact of the shopfront. This project required a blend of aesthetic innovation and functional precision to create the new Grand Optics Lemon Grove
Type
Retail Design
Location
Lemon Grove Shopping Centre Chatswood
Size
60m2
Collaborative Design & Strategic Planning
Studio PFA provided partial services, beginning with a detailed site measure and feasibility study to inform the concept design. A core aspect of this stage was working closely with the client to understand their design vision and functional requirements. A key challenge was to make the limited shopfront more inviting and prominent. Studio PFA identified an opportunity to reclaim the shopfront to the lease line and strategically relocated the entry door to align with the client’s Feng Shui preferences, creating a more welcoming and harmonious entry point for Grand Optics Lemon Grove.
From Concept to Compliance
The design process involved creating a modern and transparent aesthetic that was both clean and professional. Studio PFA developed a detailed layout, which was submitted for approvals, including a Complying Development Certificate (CDC) and Landlord approvals. The detailed and well-prepared documentation ensured a smooth and efficient approval process, mitigating common delays. This careful management of compliance was vital to the successful delivery of the project for Grand Optics Lemon Grove, allowing the fitout to proceed on schedule and within budget.
A Focus on Custom Finishes
The final design utilized the space’s verticality to its advantage, creating a sense of openness despite the small footprint. The material palette was chosen to be elegant and modern, reflecting the high-quality services provided by the clinic. This attention to detail extended throughout the space, from the retail area to the functional testing and laboratory rooms. The final design for Grand Optics Lemon Grove successfully balanced the need for a polished public-facing retail space with the strict requirements of a working clinical environment.
An Elegant and Functional Outcome
The completed Grand Optics Lemon Grove is a testament to the power of thoughtful design and meticulous planning. The collaboration between Studio PFA and the client resulted in a space that is both highly functional and aesthetically pleasing. The elegant shopfront, with its strategic design adjustments, effectively draws customers in, while the interior meets all the clinic’s operational requirements. The project stands as a benchmark for how to achieve both an elegant shopfront and functional requirements, making Grand Optics Lemon Grove a professional and welcoming destination.