This suspended shop system was installed at Diddy’s after Covid to facilitate a quick and easy interchange between cafe, shop and bar in a constrained floor space;
Raising the shop frees up floor space for the cafe/bar in the evenings, while lowering it permits her to stay open as a cafe/shop during lockdowns/quieter times of day.
The two modular units, constructed by a lightweight steel frame, support wire baskets which make it easy to swap the shop display around as needed. A special pulley system was devised for each with a wall mounted worm gear winch which makes for easy lifting.
Maple arms of varying lengths provide a clatter-free ledge for the baskets to rest on. The design is inspired by domestic hoisted laundry racks with their loose timber slats allowing you to shift things around easily.
Hanging Baskets…
where - Diddy’s, 69 Mare St, Hackney
who - Diddy
when - 2020
why - shop/bar conversion & fit-out
size - 10m2
how - JCA construction & fabrication by @alexandergarthwaite