Innovative Facades: PLOQ's Sustainable Retail Expansion

ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS AND INNOVATIVE DESIGN

The chosen facade panels, Trespa® Meteon® NW02 Elegant Oak and VIVIX+® by Formica Group in F9655 River Grey are curated with precision and environmental consciousness. These panels, characterized by a grooved, ribbed design, not only enhance the structural integrity of the buildings but also align with St1's commitment to a more sustainable future.

FOODFULNESS ON THE MOVE

With a network of 480 stations in Sweden, including 270 fuel stations and over 100 marketplaces, St1 has transformed store operations into its chain, exemplified by PLOQ. PLOQ, an innovative concept born in 2018, challenges norms with its fresh approach and bright, wooden-furnished stores under the theme "Foodfulness on the move." PLOQ's expansion plan involves over 100 locations, with 22 stores currently offering sustenance. Seven more stores will adopt the PLOQ concept, underscoring St1's dedication to taste, health, and climate in the pursuit of a sustainable future.

THE POSSIBILITIES OF HIGH PRESSURE LAMINATES FOR FACADES

KSL Trading is a key partner in the project as they specialise in board materials, and the grooved design they created is a testament to the exciting possibilities of high pressure laminate as a façade material.

"Working with high-pressure laminate is exciting due to its design versatility. With the variety of decors to choose from, you easily find something suitable for individual projects. Additionally, innovative techniques like groove milling the boards allow the frame to seamlessly integrate into the overall design - as we do for PLOQ's facades," comments Tobbe Söderberg, salesman at KSL Trading.

This collaborative journey, marked by cutting-edge facades and innovative retail spaces, signifies a transformative shift in Sweden's energy and retail landscape.