When the owner of Bio Kutak, a specialty health food store in the heart of Kostolac, decided it was time to renovate, she faced the typical challenges of working with a micro-location. With just 20 square meters to work with, the space was filled with outdated fixtures that no longer met the demands of modern food retail and storage. On top of that, we needed to design custom display units for gastronorm containers originally without lids—that would meet sanitary standards without compromising on aesthetics.

Architaur Studio was brought on to design an interior that would solve all functional challenges while leaving a strong and lasting visual impression.

Challenges:

• Limited space: only 20m² to work with
• Disorganized and inadequate existing fixtures
• Need for sufficient storage without compromising visual clarity

Design Solutions:

The Architaur team approached the project with a focus on:

• Maximizing vertical space with tall shelving units, display cases, and suspended elements
• Custom display units featuring plexiglass covers that elegantly solve the issue of open containers without compromising the overall aesthetic
• Functional zoning that clearly separates service points—intuitive for customers, efficient for staff
• A design that “breathes”: light color palette, clean modern lines, matte finishes, and lighting used both for orientation and to create atmosphere

Key Design Elements:

• Concrete-tone floor tiles provide a neutral, durable base
• Soft green wall finish – a subtle yet fresh nod to health and nature
• Magnetic lighting system and quick-access storage solutions for enhanced functionality
• Fully custom-built furniture, including the sales counter, packing zone drawers, and flower display shelves - each element thoughtfully designed to make every centimeter work efficiently for the user

Today, Bio Kutak feels more spacious, organized, and welcoming. The new interior:

• Enables more efficient storage and product display
• Makes daily operations smoother for the staff
• Reinforces a clear brand identity that customers immediately notice - and appreciate