On 6 November 2025 the first UNIQLO store realised by the bk Group in Germany celebrated its grand opening in Munich city centre – and immediately caused a sensation. Long queues formed in front of the entrance from 6 a.m. onwards, as hundreds of people waited to be let in to discover the new store. The rush was enormous and underlined the success of this extraordinary project – both for the customer and for the entire bk Group project team.
A project with impressive dimensions
The new store covers 900 m² of retail space, plus back-of-house and office areas. After the handover on 10 March 2025, an intensive and detailed construction phase began, which lasted until the opening in November. During this time, a modern, bright and technically sophisticated store was created in a prime city centre location, perfectly showcasing UNIQLO’s minimalist design concept.
Everything from a single source – comprehensive refurbishment by the bk Group
The bk Group was responsible for the complete interior refurbishment of the Munich UNIQLO project – with the exception of furniture construction. The scope of services included the complete demolition of the existing building, a former cinema, the installation of new air conditioning and ventilation technology, and the installation of a new sprinkler system, a fire alarm system (BMA) and a voice alarm system (SAA).
In addition, the team took on all electrical work, the renovation of lifts and escalators, drywall construction, the installation of room and fire doors, interior and exterior painting, flooring as well as foiling and carpentry work.
The back-of-house kitchen was also completely refurbished. Finally, the site was cleaned, followed by all necessary expert inspections in the areas of fire protection, air conditioning/ventilation, sprinklers and fire alarm systems. In addition to the implementation planning, detailed as-built documentation was also created.
Strong team performance and satisfied customer
Thanks to comprehensive preparation, open communication and great flexibility in making adjustments, the project team managed to complete the store on time and to the usual high standard despite the complex conditions.
The customer was extremely satisfied with the collaboration and particularly highlighted the good organisation, quick responsiveness and reliable support provided by the bk Group team.
A sign for the future
With the new UNIQLO store in Munich, the bk Group has once again demonstrated its expertise in high-quality retail development. Technical precision, efficient project management and collaborative partnership led to a result that is both functional and aesthetically pleasing.
The successful opening, which attracted an overwhelming number of visitors, marks an important milestone not only for UNIQLO in Germany, but also for the bk Group – as a reliable partner for international brands that value quality, perfection and experience.
