Altavia ODG redefines duty-free shopping with "The Visitor," an innovative retail concept for Chalhoub Group. Merging luxury aesthetics, seamless navigation, and sustainability, this 3,250 sqm space elevates the travel retail experience for millions of global passengers.
Context
Chalhoub Group sought to create a compelling, high-end retail experience that would prioritize customer experience and sustainability. The challenge was to design a space that was as intuitive as it was immersive—engaging international travelers while aligning with sustainable goals.
Our Ambition
To transform duty-paid shopping into a dynamic, experience-driven retail destination. By integrating refined aesthetics, intuitive navigation, and an eco-conscious approach, Altavia ODG set out to create an environment where travelers could discover, explore, and engage with brands in a seamless and memorable way.
Our approach
A next-generation travel retail concept that blends luxury, sustainability, and seamless exploration.
Altavia ODG designed a distinctive Y-shaped layout that naturally guides visitors through the retail journey, maximizing visibility and ease of navigation. Key elements of the approach included:
- Immersive Store Design – High-street-inspired architecture, featuring strategic lighting and curated displays that elevate brand storytelling.
- Showstopper Zones – Experiential focal points that encourage exploration, engagement, and discovery.
Sustainability-Driven Materials – A commitment to eco-friendly finishes and responsible sourcing to align with modern travel retail expectations.
Curated Brand Selection – Over 200 brands spanning fragrances, fashion, and confectionery, carefully arranged to enhance discoverability and appeal.
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Our Results
”The Visitor” redefined travel retail as an aspirational experience, delivering measurable impact:
Enhanced
Customer Engagement
A more intuitive and enjoyable shopping journey led to increased dwell time and interaction.
Elevated
Brand Visibility
A retail environment designed to highlight brands and create stronger customer connections.
Sustainability
Integration
The use of responsible materials set new industry standards for environmentally conscious travel retail.
A New Travel
Retail Benchmark
By merging luxury aesthetics, seamless design, and sustainability, “The Visitor” reshaped the expectations for duty-paid shopping.








