 |
 |
The Chinook Centre - Calgary's largest enclosed shopping center - has been a fixture in the bustling city of Calgary, Alberta since the 1960's. Not to disappoint its visitors, the mall offers a selection of over 250 stores as well as a major theater complex. And, as the Chinook Centre has continued to evolve, it was recently determined that there needed to be a focal point to guide visitors to their best shopping experience: a Guest Services kiosk.
When the decision was made to move forward with the project, local Calgary company DIALOG was selected to design the space. As part of their original plan, DIALOG had specified the use of Caesarstone quartz for the entire kiosk. However, when DIALOG enlisted local fabricator JMJ Top Expert Inc. to begin work on the project, DIALOG was quickly presented with another material option that would allow the kiosk to have a much more uniform design.
As the kiosk was slated to have a long-running countertop as well as large front panels, the potential for having many visible seams became a concern. With its ability to have inconspicuous joints and essentially present a "seamless" look, DuPont™ Corian became the go-to material to create the desired aesthetic.
The color, White Jasmine, was chosen for the kiosk application. And, as the kiosk began to take shape, the designers couldn't have been more thrilled.
 |
 |
Said Ginger Lau, part owner of JMJ Top Expert Inc., "We have been working with Corian for over 16 years and are very familiar with all of the desirable qualities that the material has to offer. In regards to this particular application, Corian was able to create an incredibly clean, seamless look and also offer the added benefit of being hygienic and easy to maintain. The designer and customer were very happy with the overall aesthetic, and the designer gained valuable knowledge in regards to the advantage of using solid surface."
Now, with the project completed, the Chinook Centre has a functional and attractive Guest Services kiosk that will be sure to stand the test of time.
