salvation army select: the first impression is the LAST impression

due to the successful outcome of the first design charrette, another opportunity arose to strengthen IARc’s relationship with the salvation army. the salvation army approached the department yet again in may of 2009 to present another collaborative design challenge that would have the ability to jump from paper to reality for a fifth-year thesis project. the challenge presented is to figure out a way to design a new breed: a fashionable and attractive ‘thrift’ store with a captivating appearance, sensible function and a cost-effective operation that distinguishes the salvation army and contributes to its mission of service. this new breed of ‘boutique’ thrift stores will be located in northern greensboro to target a broader audience then its current store off of lee street.

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