One of the most classic stores in Apple’s retail chain will receive a major overhaul during a nearly four-week renovation starting the end of June. The Walt Whitman (NY) store was the #54 when it opened in 2003, and still sports its original wood floor, Corian display tables and glass partitions. The front of the store features the classic black metal panel with back-lit Apple logo. Given the long duration of construction work, the store will presumably undergo a stainless steel transformation and even a stone floor installation. The store was renovated late last year to eliminate the glass partitions and install wood display tables. During the closure from June 29th to July 23rd, patrons are directed to Long Island’s two other stores, or Apple stores beyond them in the New York City region. Update: The renovation period was later shortened to July 17th for an unknown reason.
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June 28, 2009 at 11:03 pm
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The store has actually gotten wood tables and eliminated the glass partitions last October or November, but it’s great to see this store get a much-needed facelift.
They shortened the renovation period to July 17
But they reopen on the 18th
I peeked in. I don’t know if they will replace the floor, but they are getting the new entrance.
I was there earlier today. They said the wood floors were staying regardless of the shortening of the renovation timeframe, apparently. One of the Genius Bar displays was off and they’re experiencing a few hiccups with their network. Other than that the store looks great. I’m glad they kept the white walls and wood floor; imo other stores just look and feel too dark with all that gray…