The new architect-designed store in the heart of Bratislava, Slovakia was created with “love and precision” as a space for independent design
IOKO Optika has opened a new state-of-the-art design boutique this summer, designed by the architect Alan Prekop. One of the key characteristics of the design is the use of architectural materials which relate to eyewear products, and especially natural materials such as clay, wood and steel. The clay, in the form of plaster, is used on the surfaces of the walls creating an organic look throughout while a clay table – produced with the ceramicist Zheni – acts as a display for the glasses.
IOKO Optika is run by Dana Prekopova, and was first opened in its previous location in 2005. Prekopova is an expert and specialist in small independent brands and has launched her own eyewear project IOKO & NA eyewear. The new store stocks exclusive labels such as VUE DC, Anne et Valentin and Kuboraum, as well as Prekopova’s own collection, IOKO & NA. To find out more about the store’s activities in recent years visit Eyestylist’s feature last feature at https://www.eyestylist.com/2019/05/dana-prekopova-ioko-bratislava/
Bernolakova 9, Bratislava, Slovakia. Photography by Welin Nagy provided by kind permission of IOKO Optika www.ioko.sk