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cylindrical columns and stone steps outline resoul rooftop concept store in china

Design Boom

the design introduces natural elements like water, greenery, and stone, focusing on creating a sensory, immersive experience. The post cylindrical columns and stone steps outline resoul rooftop concept store in china appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Foot Locker’s reimagined concept store set to debut in Australia

Inside Retail

Foot Locker will launch its first reimagined concept store in Australia at Melbourne Central this Friday. The store will feature Foot Locker’s ‘Home Court’ experience, a multi-brand destination developed in partnership with Nike and Jordan. Its product offer will include on-court and off-court items from Nike, Jordan, Adidas, Puma, New Balance, and Under Armour.

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Major fast-fashion brands launch trial to collect clothes waste next year

Inside Retail

Some of Europe’s largest fashion companies will start collecting discarded clothes from April as part of a voluntary pilot scheme to manage textile waste that anticipates EU regulations expected to come into force in 2026. Zara owner Inditex, Sweden’s H&M, France’s Decathlon, Ikea and UK-headquartered Primark are among 10 brands that will participate in a trial that will separate textiles and shoes from other waste collection so they can be reused or recycled, according to

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QUIZ opens new store in Derby

Retail Focus

QUIZ, the omni-channel fashion brand, has opened its newly designed and relocated store in South Mall, Derby. Although just four units away from QUIZ’s former shop in the shopping centre, the larger space, approximately 1,900 sq ft of sales floor, offers a more spacious and premium shopping experience for customers. The store has been decorated in line with QUIZ’s recently revamped and modernised shop design, including an open ceiling with a central raft and led spotlights throughout the store,

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eCommerce in 2025: How Customer Experience Drives Online Retail Success

Speaker: Jennifer Wright and Nick Barron

2025 is right around the corner, and with it comes a new wave of consumer expectations, competitive pressures, and operational challenges. Success lies in finding the balance between operational flexibility and creating experiences that keep customers coming back. The future of retail belongs to those who can stay ahead of shifting customer preferences and marketing trends. 🔮 In this session, we’ll dive deep into what it takes to keep customers engaged and your operations nimble, no matt

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B&B Studio’s smoothie rebrand wins most effective design

Design Week

B&B Studio’s work for smoothie brand Mockingbird Raw Press took home the main prize at this week’s Design Effectiveness Awards. It won both a Gold and the Grand Prix, while other Golds went to White Bear with Tom Parker Creamery, and Else with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines.

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Franchising 101 – Is Your Retail Business Ready to Expand?

Mindful Design

Franchising is an exciting way to expand your dessert shop’s reach and grow your brand. However, before diving into the world of franchises, you need to assess whether your business is truly ready for this next step. Franchising comes with its own set of challenges and opportunities, so making sure you’re prepared is critical to […] The post Franchising 101 – Is Your Retail Business Ready to Expand?

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Fast Retailing’s full-year profit surges 31 per cent

Inside Retail

Japan’s Fast Retailing, owner of clothing brands Uniqlo and GU, booked its third consecutive year of record earnings on Thursday, boosted by widened profit margins in its international segments. Operating profit rose 31 per cent to US$3.35 billion in the 12 months through August from $2.55 billion a year earlier, the apparel maker said in a statement.

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Merry Hill welcomes Harvey Norman’s 57,000 sq ft english debut

Retail Focus

Merry Hill has welcomed lifestyle, technology, and home appliance retailer, Harvey Norman, which has opened its 57,000 sq ft flagship store. The new space is the retail giant’s first location in England. Internationally known as a home for big brands, Harvey Norman’s new store offers its extensive range of products designed to enhance the home. This includes a selection of luxury furniture, including sofas, dining sets, bedroom suites and mattresses, as well as an assortment of smaller items inc

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design/leader: Craig Oldham

Design Week

Craig Oldham is a designer and founder of The Office of Craig Oldham, a Manchester-based studio that works on brands, books, objects, films and websites. Design 1. What would your monograph be called? I’d see it as a failure to have a monograph solely of my design work.

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Trewithen Dairy launches Regen Milk into Tesco stores nationwide

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Trewithen Dairy ([link] has proudly announced the launch of its groundbreaking Regen Milk, available nationwide at 640 Tesco stores from Wednesday 16 October. This innovative product – available in 1L (RRP £1.55) and 2L (RRP £2.40) semi-skimmed bottles – marks a significant milestone in the Cornish dairy’s commitment to sustainable and regene

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A Blueprint for B2B Commerce

In the B2B space, digital expectations are higher than ever. Consumer platforms have made online experiences incredibly user-friendly and efficient, adding pressure for businesses to follow suit to meet the expectations of the modern B2B buyer. Take inspiration from B2C commerce strategies and adapt them for B2B digital interactions. Learn to create engaging and well-crafted consumer shopping experiences with insights and tools from Orium’s report, A Blueprint to B2B Commerce.

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moriyuki ochiai crafts chromatic maze from discarded paint samples for showroom in tokyo

Design Boom

inspired by japan's shifting seasons, the showroom features rainbow hues and painted forms echoing the earth’s axis of rotation. The post moriyuki ochiai crafts chromatic maze from discarded paint samples for showroom in tokyo appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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The Three Building Blocks Necessary for a Working Loyalty Programme

Retail Focus

Loyalty programmes have been around for over 100 years, allowing customers to get rewarded for sticking with a business. Now, thanks to the internet, it’s easy for even small and midsize businesses to set up a similar arrangement. Competition may be fierce and not every programme is made equal, but these three building blocks are present in almost all successful loyalty programmes. 1.

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Siri co-founder: Designers should create delight

Design Week

The co-founder of Siri believes delight is the key to building user experiences that become habits. And Adam Cheyer said designing for delight drives clear commercial impact. Cheyer was speaking as part of the Royal College of Art’s In Session event series.

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Ryman celebrates collecting over 3.5 million pens to be recycled since 2019

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Ryman, the iconic high-street stationery retailer, is proud to announce a significant milestone in its commitment to sustainability this Recycle Week 2024. Since joining the Writing Instruments Free Recycling Programme sponsored by BIC and managed by TerraCycle in 2019, Ryman stores have recycled over 3.5 million pens, allowing the equivalent of 35,000 k

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Secrets of a Successful Sale: Optimizing Your Checkout Process

Speaker: David Nisbet, Everett Zufelt, and Michaela Weber

Once upon a time, in the vast realm of online commerce, there lived a humble checkout button overlooked by many. Yet, within its humble click lay the power to transform a mere visitor into a loyal customer. 🧐 💡 Getting checkout right can mark the difference between a successful sale and an abandoned cart, yet many businesses fail to make payments a part of their commerce strategy even when it has a direct impact on revenue.

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tecnografica’s ultralight wallcoverings redefine interiors with glossy, matte & 3D finishes

Design Boom

tecnografica’s lightweight aluminum slabs combine advanced digital printing with easy installation, offering customizable finishes for versatile design applications. The post tecnografica’s ultralight wallcoverings redefine interiors with glossy, matte & 3D finishes appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Guzman Y Gomez’s sales surge as (most) markets thrive

Inside Retail

Guzman Y Gomez says it has witnessed significant sales growth in the first first quarter amid improved performance across all markets – except in the US. The Mexican-themed fast food chain booked network sales of $278.8 million in the quarter ended September 30, up 20.7 per cent from a year ago. This comes as sales grew 21.1 per cent to $260.2 million in Australia and by 19.3 per cent to $13.6 million in Singapore.

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Under Armour opens largest Scottish Outlet at Caledonia Park

Retail Focus

Railpen , manager of the £34bn railways pension scheme, has announced that Under Armour, the leading global sports apparel brand, has opened its biggest outlet store in Scotland at Caledonia Park. Under Armour has opened a 3,465 sq ft store at the premium designer outlet village, complementing its high-quality sportswear category alongside anchor brands, Nike and adidas.

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Designers “must shape” the future of XR technology

Design Week

Extended reality (XR) is “here to stay”, and designers must shape how society uses this new technology, a leading curator says. Ulrich Schrauth leads the XR and Immersive Programme for the BFI London Film Festival.

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Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive

Let's set the record straight: in-store retail isn't dead - it's evolving! Faced with the digital age and the demands of omnichannel shopping, some retailers are thriving while others are struggling to adapt. Join Jay Black in this exclusive session as he explores the strategies that set successful stores apart, including: Crafting unique and unforgettable in-store experiences 🛍️ Mastering the art of retail demands 🛒 Navigating inventory challenges in today's climate 📦 an

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Mattamy Homes Sales Office by Figure3

Retail Design Blog

Mattamy Homes Sales and Decor Centre in Toronto merges office and sales spaces with Scandinavian and Japanese-inspired design by Figure3,

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Prosigns produces eye-catching graphics for Zehrs with Drytac media

Drytac

The Ontario-based custom signage company used Drytac’s Polar Transit Air and ReTac Smooth 150 to produce a range of signs and graphics for use across several Zehrs supermarket locations. Canadian custom signage specialist Prosigns.ca recently used Drytac Polar Transit Air , a white 3.2 mil (80µ) polymeric self-adhesive vinyl and Drytac ReTac Smooth 150 , a white 6 mil (150µ) polymeric self-adhesive vinyl to produce eye-catching signs and graphics for use across several Zehrs supermarket location

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Lendlease names ex-Bunnings CEO John Gillam as chairman

Inside Retail

Lendlease has named former Bunnings CEO John Gillam as its new chairman, effective November 15, succeeding Michael Ullmer. Gillam is currently the chair of Nufarm, the VetPartners Group, and BlueFit and a director of the Clontarf Foundation. Prior to that, he served as chairman of CSR and Officeworks. “John is a highly experienced chairman who brings deep strategic and commercial acumen and a strong track record of operational delivery and execution in both executive and non-executive role

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White Stuff to open first airport store in London Gatwick

Retail Focus

White Stuff, the British fashion and lifestyle retailer, will be opening in London Gatwick’s North Terminal in late November. The opening will be the brand’s first airport store and follows a series of store openings and new concessions to bring the brand to more customers across the UK. The 1044sq.ft store has been specifically designed with travel in mind and features White Stuff’s new mobile payment system, so instead of a standard till customers can pay from anywhere in the shop.

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Industry Shake-Up: 2023 Commerce Trends To Rock Your World

Speaker: Ashlee Aldridge - Reach Partners LLC | Bill Mirabito - Chameleon Collective | Ronak Shah - PSA Retail & CPG, Amazon Web Services | Wayne Teigen - Pivotree

What trends can online merchants expect after more than two years of exponential growth? Companies must expand on the trends that exploded during the pandemic if they want to see continued growth in their businesses while facing a recessionary economy. From social commerce to BOPIS, the name of the game is to meet and sell to customers wherever they are, through multiple channels.

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QUIZ opens new store in Derby

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! QUIZ, the omni-channel fashion brand, has opened its newly designed and relocated store in South Mall, Derby. Although just four units away from QUIZ’s former shop in the shopping centre, the larger space, approximately 1,900sq ft of sales floor, offers a more spacious and premium shopping experience for customers.

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Contentful Workplace by toi toi toi creative studio

Retail Design Blog

toi toi toi creative studio (T3) researches, designs, and delivers feel-good spaces. This ethos was applied to the 8,215 sq.m.

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Isola Design Group Expands to Middle East with Dubai HQ

Design Middleeast

Isola Design Group, the Milan-based design company renowned for providing visibility and opportunities to independent designers, design studios, and brands worldwide, has officially launched in the Middle East with its first-ever regional headquarters, which will be located in Dubai Design District (d3). The arrival of Isola Design Group in Dubai underscores the growing importance of the Middle Eastern market in the international design sector and d3’s cementing profile as an international desi

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DFS CEO Benjamin Vuchot is leaving the group

Inside Retail

LVMH-owned travel retail group DFS has announced the departure of its chairman and CEO Benjamin Vuchot, who is leaving the company to pursue other professional interests. Vuchot was previously regional president of Asia North at DFS Group from 2011 to 2017 before becoming president of Asia at Sephora. He returned to the travel retailer as chairman and CEO in October 2020.

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Loyalty 101: How To Turn Browsers Into Buyers For Lasting Engagement

Speaker: Shaunna Bruton, Danielle Wyllie, and Kailey Holmes

Say goodbye to one-size-fits-all retail, and say hello to experiences that keep your customers coming back for more! Customer loyalty isn’t just earned - it’s cultivated through meaningful engagement with the help of data. This webinar will take you behind the scenes of how top retailers turn customer data into personalized experiences that drive engagement and retention.

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Evolve Estates signs two new tenants at Penicuik Centre

Retail Focus

Evolve Estates , part of commercial property and investment collective M Core, has signed two new tenants at the Penicuik Centre in Scotland. Popular sushi restaurant, Yokohama Sushi, has agreed a 10-year lease on a 824 sq ft unit at the scheme, joining other food and beverage tenants such as Greggs and Domino’s. Maj Gifts Ornaments will also be opening a location at the scheme later this year in a 1,940 sq ft unit on a one-year lease.

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bp appoints Hannah Munns as UK convenience trading director

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! bp is pleased to announce the appointment of Hannah Munns as UK convenience trading director. With over two decades of experience with retailers such as M&S, Sainsburys, Morrisons and ASDA, Hannah brings extensive knowledge and a passion for food to bp’s UK retail business.

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Socorro Tequila by HI! ESTUDIO

Retail Design Blog

We redesigned Tequila Socorro, respecting its original essence and, through textures inspired by the richness of Mexican culture, infused key.

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“Nostalgia is designing with neon-tinted glasses”

Design Week

There’s nothing more ageing than realising that me liking the 1960s in the 1990s, is the mirror of youth liking the 1990s in the 2020s. How the hell did that happen? It got me thinking about nostalgia. In our fast-moving times, it’s become a hot topic of political and cultural debate.

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Optimizing Frontend Delivery in Composable Commerce: The Buy vs Build Decision