Hermès recently reopened one of its three flagship stores in Beijing. Situated in the SKP shopping centre in Beijing’s Central Business District, the newly relocated store offers a contemporary interpretation of Hermès’ sixteen métiers. The design draws inspiration from traditional Shan Shui paintings and the region’s mountainous landscapes.
The store’s façade features textural stone, symbolising the gradual erosion of mountains by cascading waterfalls. The entrances are adorned with characteristic Grecques lights and the iconic Faubourg mosaic, providing a sweeping view of the central staircase, which is encased in oak and flows like a river.
Inside, the first floor showcases the women’s silk universe, including perfume and beauty on one side and a jewellery collection on the other. Additional sections are dedicated to fashion jewellery, the women’s universe, and leather and equestrian goods.
The upper level houses the men’s universe, featuring ready-to-wear, silk, leather, shoes, and homeware collections. Both floors are equipped with fitting rooms and a private salon for an exclusive shopping experience.
The interior design merges interpretations of landscapes and traditional Chinese art with clean lines, tactile materials, and a natural palette of ochre, sand, and watery blues. Complementing the decor is a curated collection of artworks from the Émile Hermès collection, including historic equestrian oil paintings by German artist Johann Elias Ridinger and “Riverbank, Qutang Gorge, Yangtsé Valley, China,” a contemporary print by French landscape photographer Maxence Rifflet.
Hermès operates 34 stores in China, each paying tribute to Chinese culture.
