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Huckberry Georgetown

Bringing Huckberry’s first-ever brick-and-mortar store to life—a 4,500-square-foot Georgetown flagship that transformed their iconic online experience into a rugged, refined, and unmistakably Huckberry IRL destination.

4,500sf - 9 month timeline

Client

Huckberry

First-Ever Flagship Store

Discipline

New Store Design

Concept Design, Design Development, Sourcing, VM, Build, Installation

Footprint

4,500 sq ft

Georgetown, Washington D.C.

Build window

9 months

Concept to doors-open

01 / The Brief

The Brief

We had the very special privilege of partnering with Huckberry to bring their first-ever brick-and-mortar store to life in Georgetown, Washington, D.C. Set within a 4,500-square-foot, turn-of-the-century space, the location provided the perfect backdrop to introduce one of menswear’s most distinctive online retailers to the physical world.

Our challenge was to translate everything that makes the Huckberry online experience so seamless, cool, and easy to navigate into an equally compelling IRL environment. Every detail—from color and materiality to merchandising, brand messaging, and architectural finishes—needed to feel unmistakably Huckberry: rugged yet refined, modern, sophisticated, and effortlessly approachable.

The result was a retail experience that felt authentic to the brand from the moment you walked through the door. We’re incredibly proud to have played a part in this milestone and to have worked alongside one of the most talented executive and ownership teams in the retail industry.

02 / Services

Our Responsibility

A full 360-degree approach encompassing creative direction, concept design, design development, engineering, fabrication, project management, and installation—from initial vision through final execution.

Concept Development 11

01

Animation

We create animation that brings concepts, spaces, and brand stories to life in motion.

02

Commercial Office

We design commercial offices that balance brand expression with how the space actually needs to function.

03

Digital Rendering

We produce photoreal digital renderings so you can see and sign off on a space before anything is built.

04

Experiential Activation

We create immersive, on-brand activations that bring people into the story and make it memorable.

05

Graphic Illustration

We develop graphics, illustration, and visual systems that give the environment a consistent, ownable look.

06

Live Event

We design live events and environments that put the brand at the center of a shared, in-person moment.

07

New Store

We design new retail stores from layout to finishes, creating environments that sell and reflect the brand.

08

Remodel

We remodel existing spaces to refresh the experience, improve function, and bring the environment back on brand.

09

Showroom

We design and outfit showrooms that present product and brand in their best light for buyers, press, and partners.

10

Special Projects

We take on one-off, high-concept builds and brand moments that fall outside the usual scope and need a custom approach.

11

VR Experience

We build virtual reality experiences that let people explore a concept or space interactively, anywhere.

Production 9

01

2D Print

We manage 2D print production for graphics, signage, and large-format pieces with tight color and quality control.

02

3D Print

We 3D print prototypes, props, and production parts that would be difficult or costly to make any other way.

03

Analog Fabrication

We fabricate by hand and by machine — carpentry, finishing, and craft that turn drawings into real objects.

04

Digital Fabrication

We use CNC, laser cutting, and other digital tools to fabricate precise, repeatable components at any scale.

05

Engineering

We engineer displays, fixtures, and structures so they are sound, buildable, and ready for real-world use.

06

Installation

We handle installation end to end, turning drawings and fabricated pieces into finished environments.

07

Project Management

We manage budgets, timelines, vendors, and logistics to keep complex projects moving and on schedule.

08

Quality Control

We inspect and quality-check every element before it ships or installs so the finished result meets standard.

09

Shop Drawings

We produce detailed shop drawings so every piece can be fabricated, permitted, and built accurately.

Visual Merchandising 10

01

Assortment

We help curate product assortments that align with the brand, the space, the customer, and the merchandising strategy.

02

Copywriting

We write clear, brand-aligned copy for displays, signage, product messaging, and customer-facing moments.

03

Fixture Systems

We design and specify fixture systems that flex with the assortment while keeping the presentation consistent.

04

Floor Plan

We develop floor plans that organize space, fixtures, and flow for a more effective customer experience.

05

Installation

We manage and execute in-store installations with attention to detail, timing, materials, and the finished experience.

06

Planogram

We build planograms that place merchandise with purpose, using hierarchy and behavior to guide attention and support sales.

07

Prop Sourcing

We source materials, props, fixtures, and display elements that support the concept, setting, and brand story.

08

Store Maintenance

We support ongoing store presentation by refreshing displays, adjusting layouts, and keeping standards in place.

09

Styling

We style spaces, displays, and product moments to create a clear visual story that feels intentional, branded, and memorable.

10

Training

We train teams to understand, maintain, and execute visual standards so the brand experience stays consistent over time.

04 / Impact

Huckberry Goes Brick-and-Mortar

From URL to IRL

Square feet

First-ever brick and mortar concept for Huckberry

Months

From empty shell to installed concept

Visitors and couting

Growing list of daily shoppers

" “WAYLA understood from the beginning that our first store needed to feel like Huckberry—not just look like it. They took what our customers love about the online experience and helped us translate it into a physical space that feels authentic, effortless, and uniquely ours. They were incredible partners throughout the process and helped us bring an important milestone for the brand to life.” "