I designed a window installation for Arnotts in Dublin during my final year, which I created using Sketchup, V-Ray, and Adobe Illustrator. My inspiration came from the WGSN S/S24 trends "Bohemian Alchemist," "Acid Retro," and "Digital Dune." These trends inspired me to create a bold and exciting window installation. The inspiration for my installation came from a tarot card design that I discovered during my S/S24 research. The Sun tarot card explores elements of astrology and spirituality with retro psychedelic themes and colours. In my installation, I brought "The Sun" card to life in a playful and bright setting, using foam board cut-outs to create layers and forced perspective to create depth in the narrow space. I also used a gold holographic vinyl on the edges of the sand dunes and sunrays to give the effect of light and reflection.
Acne Studios typically has simple window designs; I wanted to challenge this because of the recent change in creative direction within Acne Studios.
For my chosen window concept, I was heavily influenced by the Acne Studios SS24 runway design. The runway featured a giant disco ball in cement and plaster tones crashed into the corner of the neutral-hued fashion set design, spilling its reflective shards on the floor, and mirroring its surroundings through its broken pieces. The sharp contrast between the reflective broken disco balls and the soft beige surroundings created a dramatic effect.
This design captures the essence of late-night freedom, embodying the notion of losing oneself in time and inhibitions within a particular environment. A shattered disco ball symbolizes the liberating sensation experienced on dance floors, while subtle furnishings provide a sanctuary for contemplation and relaxation, the dichotomy.