https://www.architecturalrecord.com/rss/1532-la-shed-architecture en-us L'Aire Visuelle is a boutique for eyewear and eyecare designed by la SHED Architecture In 2012, the Laval, Quebec'based optical practice Duquette & Turgeon decided to recraft its image. Sporting a new moniker L'Aire Visuelle, the eye-care provider ditched its original coke-bottle branding for a logo and website with streamlined designer flair.

]]> 1411-laire-visuelle-la-shed-architecture.asp Sat, 15 Nov 2014 23:30:00 -0500 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/7701-l-aire-visuelle L'Aire Visuelle Illuminated with rows of T5 fluorescent tubes, a white structural loop runs through the middle of the new clinic and showcases the merchandise in wall and table displays—all visible from the street.   Photo © Maxime Brouillet L'Aire Visuelle Illuminated with rows of T5 fluorescent tubes, a white structural loop runs through the middle of the new clinic and showcases the merchandise in wall and table displays—all visible from the street.   Photo © Maxime Brouillet L'Aire Visuelle A black carpet and black-painted walls, framed by a halo of recessed LED lighting, enclose storage and examination rooms and provide a dramatic contrast to the pristine white sales and reception area.   Photo © Maxime Brouillet L'Aire Visuelle A black carpet and black-painted walls, framed by a halo of recessed LED lighting, enclose storage and examination rooms and provide a dramatic contrast to the pristine white sales and reception area.   Photo © Maxime Brouillet L'Aire Visuelle Drawing courtesy la SHED architecture