When Pacific Solutions Contracting was chosen to bring Kit + Ace’s flagship store to life on Vancouver’s bustling West 4th Avenue, we knew we were embarking on a high-stakes project. This store would serve as the brand’s statement piece, not just for Vancouver, but for the world. The store had to encapsulate Kit + Ace’s vision of “easy care, technical fashion” while standing as a beacon of thoughtful, cutting-edge retail design.
Kit + Ace, under new ownership by Unity Brands – a group led by seasoned Canadian retailers – was looking to honor its roots while charting a new path. Their goal? A space that blends luxury with practicality, appealing to both the brand’s loyal following and new customers. Pacific Solutions’ role was clear: build a store that felt as effortless and refined as the clothing it would showcase, all while keeping a sharp eye on budgets and execution.
The store’s design honors the brand’s ethos: sleek, modern, and functional, with a focus on materiality and sustainable, high-quality finishes. It had to be beautiful yet budget-aware – a true showstopper. The store needed to reflect not just a new chapter, but also a nod to the company’s origins, and offer a space where everyone would feel proud of the brand.
Team Pacific brought a wealth of experience to this project, collaborating with Kit + Ace’s design team to balance innovation with practicality. We handled every aspect of the build, from the stunning, custom millwork crafted by The Shop at Pacific, to the meticulous execution of design details that would captivate both stakeholders and shoppers. The result? A flagship store that not only supports Kit + Ace’s next growth phase but also serves as a benchmark for future expansions, setting the tone for the brand’s global journey.
Check out the full transformation video for the beautiful new Kit + Ace below!
