CASINO GUITARS SOUTHERN PINES, NORTH CAROLINA Casino Guitars has embraced its rich history, transforming its space into a vintage-inspired haven. Housed in a former casino dating back to 1912, the store’s design stays true to its historic roots, requiring careful craftsmanship and signifi- cant effort to make everything look authentically aged. At the heart of this design is Casino Guitars’ unique guitar wall, crafted to resemble an old-world library. Built entirely from locally sourced reclaimed wood, the display is both rustic and refined, offering a warm, intimate setting for the store’s guitar collection. Casino Guitars’ team showcases the guitars like works of art. Each guitar is displayed in an individual frame, much like a painting in a museum, elevating its presence and allowing visitors to appreciate every detail. Currently, the guitar wall houses a selection of rare and exclusive pieces, including guitars once associated with legends like Terry Kath and Waylon Jennings, as well as sought-after vintage Gibsons and rare PRS models.
MUSIC BLISS PETALING JAYA, MALAYSIA Music Bliss has redefined the guitar wall, crafting a display that merges visual impact with premium functionality. Designed to make each guitar feel like a masterpiece in a gallery, the enclosure- style layout ensures that every instrument is both protected and elevated, allowing customers to fully appreciate the craftsman - ship behind each piece. Inspired by the timeless appeal of Gibson guitars, the space exudes luxury and aspiration, creating an atmosphere where music and design harmonize effortlessly. Music Bliss chose high-gloss black marble flooring with gold veining to elevate the space and reflect the premium iden- tity of the Gibson brand. To further enrich the ambience, Music Bliss incorporated warm, gold-toned pendant lighting paired with targeted spotlights, which not only illuminate each instru - ment beautifully but also create a cozy, gallery-like mood. “We used a combination of high-quality wood panels with a deep walnut finish to reflect the classic Gibson vibe,” said Thaqif Noor Azmi, Music Bliss’ creative lead. “Each guitar is housed in a glass display framed in matte black metal, creating a balance between warmth and modern sophistication. These materials were chosen not only for their durability but also to maintain a clean and timeless aesthetic. The choice of materials also helps ensure that the guitars remain the center of attention while still complementing the surrounding design elements.”
PEACH GUITARS COLCHESTER, ENGLAND
Peach Guitars has reimagined the guitar shopping experience, transforming its showroom into a true destination for musicians. When designing the space in 2017, the team set out to build an immersive environment that would draw customers from across the country. The result is the saloon showroom, a space crafted in collaboration with local carpenters and electricians to replicate the rustic charm of an old American Western saloon. Constructed from custom-cut and stained wooden timber, the showroom’s walls exude warmth and authenticity, making visitors feel as though they’ve stepped out of today and into a different era. Every element of the design, from the textures to the layout, enhances the experience of browsing Peach Guitars’ curated selection. Staff regularly update the guitar displays, ensuring that every visit offers customers something new to discover. With ever-changing stock and a steady flow of high-end deliveries, the showroom remains an exciting space where customers can engage with the finest instruments in a unique setting. “The reactions we receive from customers are overwhelm - ingly positive,” said Aiden Milgate, marketing manager. “One of our favorite things to do when a customer arrives at the store is offer them a full guided tour of the entire showroom, along with behind-the-scenes access to our luthier’s workshop. When customers first walk into the main saloon showroom, they’re instantly blown away by the sheer scale of our operation.”
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