Mini supermarkt
takes Germany by storm
Tegut teoIn collaboration with design agency design for human nature, Gielissen built the interior for teo: a small, unstaffed supermarket that is open 24/7. Teo is an initiative of Tegut, a German supermarket chain with more than 300 stores. The concept was created to address the growing need for convenient and accessible shopping, especially in areas that lack traditional stores. The entire interior was built in the workshop of Gielissen GmbH Hannover.
Gap in the
supermarket
Tegut developed teo to serve villages, campuses, and business parks where there is still a demand for everyday groceries and products, but traditional supermarkets are struggling. Although it is not a large store, it carries a full range of around 1000 products. Customers can enter the shop with an app or debit card, collect the items they need, and pay for them at the self-checkout. The concept is all about speed, simplicity, and independence.
Teo is a great addition to the neighborhood—not only as a place to shop, but as somewhere to meet and connect. You’ll find amenities such as a bookshelf in front of the door, a few seats, and an e-bike charging station.
Prefab
interior
Design for human nature developed the concept. A compact, modular store with a cleverly designed layout and a distinctive look. Gielissen translated the design into a fully prefabricated interior that fits into less than 13 square meters. The routing is intuitive; the shelves are tailor made, and the self-scan zone is small but easy to navigate. Tegut’s familiar red accents create a consistent look and feel, whether the store is situated in a residential neighborhood or on an industrial estate.
