Organic products have now reached the mainstream, especially in trendy urban districts like the Spichernstraße area in Cologne. But Hulc organic grocery store is a true pioneer. It dates back to a purchasing cooperative which opened its first store with an area of 40 sqm as early as 1996.
Less is more: measured use of highly efficient LED technology for sustainable light and low electricity bills.
The owners have now moved to new premises with an area of 130 sqm and a prominent corner site that also attracts casual customers. The store design reflects the successful balance between commercial success and authentic sustainability: the furnishings are simple and clear, natural materials dominate. For example, the product shelving is custommade from light wood. Individual items of furniture such as tables, kitchen cabinets or an oldfashioned oven serve as eyecatchers – symbolising tradition and a downtoearth quality.
The light surfaces and the relatively low ceilings called for sensitivity in planning the lighting to prevent outs hining. Hulc’s highquality organic pro ducts are presented in an appetising and natural way – with a light balance and atmosphere that immediately makes customers feel comfortable.
Address:
Hulc Bio-Food GmbH
Spichernstr. 2
50672 Cologne, Germany
Concept and retail design:
Eva-Maria Eckert, Ahuti Alice Müller (Feng Shui architect)
Lighting concept:
BÄRO GmbH & Co. KG
Used products:
Ontero EC
Pendiro EC
DeCorative Accessories
Area about 130 sqm = 18,33 lm/W