BRUNA



    INTERIOR DESIGN



Situated in the heart of Vienna, the BRUNA flagship store stands as the first physical manifestation of "The Art of Layering." Much like BRUNA’s jewellery collection, the interior design operates as a three-dimensional capsule of complementary textures, scales, and forms. The spatial narrative bridges the gap between the disciplined restraint of a high-art gallery and the warm, inviting intimacy of a personal dressing room. The environment mirrors BRUNA’s core philosophy of Modern Timelessness, translating its commitment to attainable luxury into an immersive physical experience.

Drawing on its Viennese context, the architectural language references the clean geometry, functional elegance, and rhythmic spatial order associated with Josef Hoffmann and Koloman Moser, founding figures of the Vienna Secession. This sense of structural discipline is articulated through custom-built recessed wall niches, carefully proportioned cabinetry, and minimalist linear T-bar hardware that reinforces the store’s refined architectural rhythm.

Softening this rigorous framework are fluid, organic gestures inspired by the biomorphic works of Henry Moore and Jean Arp. Undulating forms flow through ceiling coves, wall junctions, and softened corners, introducing a sense of sculptural movement and quiet dynamism throughout the space.

The material palette establishes an atmosphere of understated luxury through the juxtaposition of matte, earthy finishes and highly reflective surfaces. The sandstone floor tiles extend seamlessly into softly textured plaster walls, creating a monolithic envelope reminiscent of carved stone. A muted palette of sand, ivory, clay, and matte black rejects the sterility often associated with minimalist retail environments, instead cultivating a calm and welcoming sanctuary. Depth and contrast are introduced through dark-stained oak furniture, textured stone blocks and matte ceramic elements. These tactile materials are offset by the gleam of a high-gloss lacquered ceiling, matching plinths, polished-chrome seating, and mirror-finished satin-steel display forms, creating a refined tension between softness and precision. Against this restrained backdrop, the gold, silver, and genuine pearl collections become the luminous focal point of the interior.

Aligned directly with the main entrance, a freestanding jewellery vitrine serves as the store's spatial and visual centrepiece. Referencing the craftsmanship and material sensibility of the Wiener Werkstätte, its softly contoured, oval-shaped silhouette disrupts the rigidity of conventional retail planning. Encased beneath a glass dome and anchored by a low contemporary plinth, the display encourages guests to circulate freely, allowing each piece of jewellery to be experienced as an object of art. Sculptural stone holders, irregular geometric forms, polished steel risers, and grooved cylindrical elements create an architectural landscape for displaying necklaces, rings, and bracelets.

Reflecting BRUNA’s commitment to community and timeless style, the spatial experience transitions seamlessly into dedicated consultation areas. Defined by soft ambient lighting and paired with Bauhaus-inspired tubular steel seating, these intimate zones enable personalised interaction, styling consultations, and meaningful connections for the contemporary customer.


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Location: Vienna, Austria
Client: BRUNA
Typology: Fine Jewellery Retail Flagship
Interior Design: URBA, Anna Szczesny
Contractor: Burkolohaz Kft.
Lighting design: Light IQ
Project Status: Delivered
Total floor area: 60 m²
Photography: Ana Barros and Theresa Kaindl



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BRUNA




Location: Vienna, Austria
Client: BRUNA
Typology: Fine Jewellery Retail Flagship
Interior Design: URBA, Anna Szczesny
Contractor: Burkolohaz Kft.
Lighting design: Light IQ
Project Status: Delivered
Total floor area: 60 m²
Photography: Ana Barros and Theresa Kaindl





Situated in the heart of Vienna, the BRUNA flagship store stands as the first physical manifestation of "The Art of Layering." Much like BRUNA’s jewellery collection, the interior design operates as a three-dimensional capsule of complementary textures, scales, and forms. The spatial narrative bridges the gap between the disciplined restraint of a high-art gallery and the warm, inviting intimacy of a personal dressing room. The environment mirrors BRUNA’s core philosophy of Modern Timelessness, translating its commitment to attainable luxury into an immersive physical experience.




Drawing on its Viennese context, the architectural language references the clean geometry, functional elegance, and rhythmic spatial order associated with Josef Hoffmann and Koloman Moser, founding figures of the Vienna Secession. This sense of structural discipline is articulated through custom-built recessed wall niches, carefully proportioned cabinetry, and minimalist linear T-bar hardware that reinforces the store’s refined architectural rhythm.


Softening this rigorous framework are fluid, organic gestures inspired by the biomorphic works of Henry Moore and Jean Arp. Undulating forms flow through ceiling coves, wall junctions, and softened corners, introducing a sense of sculptural movement and quiet dynamism throughout the space.




The material palette establishes an atmosphere of understated luxury through the juxtaposition of matte, earthy finishes and highly reflective surfaces. The sandstone floor tiles extend seamlessly into softly textured plaster walls, creating a monolithic envelope reminiscent of carved stone. A muted palette of sand, ivory, clay, and matte black rejects the sterility often associated with minimalist retail environments, instead cultivating a calm and welcoming sanctuary. Depth and contrast are introduced through dark-stained oak furniture, textured stone blocks and matte ceramic elements. These tactile materials are offset by the gleam of a high-gloss lacquered ceiling, matching plinths, polished-chrome seating, and mirror-finished satin-steel display forms, creating a refined tension between softness and precision. Against this restrained backdrop, the gold, silver, and genuine pearl collections become the luminous focal point of the interior.



Aligned directly with the main entrance, a freestanding jewellery vitrine serves as the store's spatial and visual centrepiece. Referencing the craftsmanship and material sensibility of the Wiener Werkstätte, its softly contoured, oval-shaped silhouette disrupts the rigidity of conventional retail planning. Encased beneath a glass dome and anchored by a low contemporary plinth, the display encourages guests to circulate freely, allowing each piece of jewellery to be experienced as an object of art. Sculptural stone holders, irregular geometric forms, polished steel risers, and grooved cylindrical elements create an architectural landscape for displaying necklaces, rings, and bracelets.