North Shore Farms
Whitestone, NY
Abstracted forms—barns, kiosks, and market stalls—are reinterpreted as architectural elements that organize program and guide circulation. Overhead timber structures establish rhythm and scale, while maintaining visual continuity across the space.
A restrained material palette, centered on oak wood and neutral finishes, creates a warm and cohesive environment. Layered lighting enhances both product visibility and atmosphere.
The result is a retail environment that balances clarity and richness—transforming everyday shopping into a more engaging and social experience.
This project repositions the supermarket as a spatial and sensory experience, drawing inspiration from traditional open-air markets. The store is organized as a sequence of distinct zones rather than a continuous floor plate, encouraging movement, interaction, and discovery.
Credits: Architecture and Design: Savvas Sarafidis & Melpi Maglivera ss.mm design, Photos: Savvas Sarafidis & Melpi Maglivera