Apple doesn’t do just awesome phones, computers and MP3 players, they are also excellent  when it comes to building great stores. They give new meaning to  the phrase ‘brand design‘ and their Apple Stores are just another way to keep the Apple brand on top. The architecture they use is modern, light, filled with materials like glass and metal.

Here is a collection of the greatest stores they have, from all around the globe : Sydney, Melbourne, Tokyo, New York. Note that this is the first article of a series of 2 and is presenting only the exterior architecture. For the interior design of Apple’s stores, stay tuned for for out next article!

Apple store in New York, 767 Fifth Ave


Apple store in New York, 34th Street

Apple Store in New York, 14th Street


Apple Store in Sydney

Apple Store in Japan, Tokio (Ginza)

Apple Store in Shanghai

Apple Store in Melbourne (rendered)

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