Walt Disney Imagineering Site Portfolio Executive Zach Riddley loves showing off new things on social media, and today is no different as he has taken to Instagram once again to show off the floors of the new Creations Shop coming to EPCOT.
What’s Happening:
- As we get closer to the opening of the Creations Shop at EPCOT, Imagineer Zach Riddley has taken to Instagram once again to share a closer look at the design process of the new store.
- Today, he’s sharing more about the flooring going into the new retail location, and also sharing a bit more about the binding technology and how it’s part of Disney’s commitment to sustainable design.
- He captioned his image set: “EPCOT is a unique park with a unique aesthetic. It’s not modern in the traditional architectural definition of that style, but it is abstract. It’s big, bold shapes, surfaces, color and details that define EPCOT. Those are the same techniques we are using in all the facets of Creations Shop, right down to the floor. Similar to the design we recently revealed for the new floor at Club Cool, we have a completely custom surface that brings color and texture to life. Our Imagineering team carefully selected binder colors and aggregates to create five unique terrazzo finishes. We’re also using golden yellow as our primary accent color throughout the space, inspired by one of the main colors of Mickey himself. This golden yellow terrazzo has a special tessellated pattern, reminiscent of Spaceship Earth. This integral pattern is created using 3D printing technology, in lieu of brass inlays used in more traditional terrazzo installations. This gives us greater precision to reflect shapes and motifs iconic to EPCOT. This terrazzo is also distinctive in that it uses a natural binder, made up of biodegradable materials, which further supports Disney’s commitment to sustainable building practices. And I’m proud to share a first-look photo of the actual floor being poured in the new space”
- The Creations Shop, featuring “a bold, sleek design that creates a perfect showcase for the rich variety of items you’ll find as part of your EPCOT experience” is set to open alongside a new Club Cool this Summer.
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