One of the first medical marijuana dispensaries in the state, Culta, opened in 2018 in the Federal Hill neighborhood of Baltimore. This brick-and-mortar shop just off the Inner Harbor allowed Curry Architects to lead the branding of the startup retail venture which features Culta’s Maryland-grown products. Curry Architects created an open, inviting space for a high-end retail experience to dissolve preconceived notions about the product. The complete renovation of the building involved both architectural and interior design, from the exterior façade to interior furnishings and staging. Every element was selected to augment Culta’s bold brand, including the black-and-white color scheme and the repetition of geometric accents. Exposing steel beams and columns and polishing the existing concrete floor highlighted the building’s unique structural features from its past. The industrial feel of the building was softened with diffused lighting, succulents, and warm wood tones. In keeping with the Maryland-made aspect of Culta’s craft products, the custom walnut casework Curry Architects designed was crafted by Baltimore-based artisan Goodwood Design.