Are these the BEST designed stores ever?

In the 1970s and 80s, architect James Wines was commissioned by the American company BEST Products to design a series of commercial buildings. The company was founded by a Virginia family named Lewis, and became famous for its willingness to trade store merchandise for art. They now have a significant collection, although these iconic buildings are now now longer. Sad, for they are quite astounding.

I urge you to see more here:

http://blog.ounodesign.com/2009/03/15/still-unsurpassed-box-store-architecture-site/