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Heliocosm by F R E A K S freearchitectsDespite a tiny budget and an even smaller space with which to work, <a href="http://www.freaksfreearchitects.com/site.html">F R E A K S freearchitects</a> added a few deft touches to an old Parisian space in order to create <a href="http://www.tumblr.com/tagged/helicosm">Heliocosm</a> - a delightfully refreshing cosmetic store. Since the client is chiefly motivated by producing chemical-free products that are healthy for both people and the environment, it was important for the designers to ensure that the retail space renovation was also green. Step in for more cool photos and a look at what makes this <a href="http://inhabitat.com/tag/minimalist-design/">minimalist environment</a> so special.1
Heliocosm by F R E A K S freearchitectsHeliocosm is a cool-mint natural cosmetic store in Paris2
Heliocosm by F R E A K S freearchitectsTheir newly refurbished retail space is only 100 square meters3
Heliocosm by F R E A K S freearchitectsThe designers elongated the space by inserting a simple timber tunnel4
Heliocosm by F R E A K S freearchitectsDisplay cases and cosmetics are stored inside the tunnel5
Heliocosm by F R E A K S freearchitectsThe back room contains a simple couch, dressing table and large alpine print6
Heliocosm by F R E A K S freearchitectsThe timber tunnel features a small cutout that makes way for a salvaged antique table7
Heliocosm by F R E A K S freearchitectsThe alpine print aggrandizes the small space8
Heliocosm by F R E A K S freearchitectsAll of the cosmetics are chemical-free9
Heliocosm by F R E A K S freearchitectsThe paint gives the store an icy but refreshing ambience10
