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Samsara Eco secures $100 million in race to create infinite life for clothes

Inside Retail

Lululemon , along with other existing and new investors, has participated in clothing recycler Samsara Eco’s latest US$65 million ($100 million) funding round. Samsara Eco said the investment will scale up its recycling capabilities as it seeks to build more commercial facilities in Southeast Asia in the next few years. The facilities will be designed to recycle millions of tonnes of plastic waste such as textiles and packaging into monomers, the molecular building blocks of plastics, to turn th

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malaysia’s first apple store opens with a stepping ‘glass dome’ roof by foster + partners

Design Boom

a 'glass dome' roof of stacking solar shading blades appears to float above the ground. The post malaysia’s first apple store opens with a stepping ‘glass dome’ roof by foster + partners appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Drummond Golf put up for sale after 22 years

Inside Retail

The owners of Australia’s biggest golf retailer Drummond Golf are looking to sell the company after 22 years of ownership. Lion Advisory has been hired to assist in the sale process, which includes 100 per cent of Drummond Golf’s master franchise, the Big Swing Golf master franchise, and an e-commerce business. Other assets include Drummond’s interests in 17 company-owned stores and its 66 per cent shareholding in wholesale golf company Golf Works.

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Wax London ramps up retail roll-out with new London store

Retail Focus

Men’s clothing retailer Wax London is opening a new store at Covent Garden, 45 Neil Street, Covent Garden, WC2H 9PR on 28 June 2024, which at 975 sq ft will be over double the size of both the brand’s Berwick St and Spitalfields stores and with “further deals in the pipeline for London and key UK cities” in 2025. The Neil Street opening marks Wax London’s third permanent UK store in London.

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

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Budgy Smuggler partners TfL for new London Underground-themed collection

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Popular Australian swimwear brand Budgy Smuggler has partnered with Transport for London (TfL) for a new London Underground-themed collection, in a deal facilitated by TfL’s global licensing agency IMG. Inspired by the London Underground’s iconic moquette designs, the collection includes three swim trunks featuring signature patterns from the Northern, D

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RAK Properties unveils exclusive beachfront villas on Hayat Island

Design Middleeast

RAK Properties launches the NB Collection of exclusive high-end villas situated on Mina Al Arab’s Hayat Island – a vibrant residential community set within a stunning natural environment – combining the best of luxury living with recreation and relaxation. Located between the pristine shoreline of Angel Bay, Hayat Island’s a premier destination for entertainment and leisure, and immediately adjacent to the world-famous Nikki Beach Resort and Spa, these exquisite properties offer a unique lifesty

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Sabine Marcelis creates colour-blocked scenography for VitraHaus loft

Dezeen

A mint-green lounge pit and custard-yellow home office are among several colourful set pieces installed by designer Sabine Marcelis on the top floor of Vitra 's Herzog & de Meuron-designed flagship store in Weil am Rhein , Germany. Marcelis , who is known for her work exploring colour, translucency and reflection, was invited to create a series of domestic scenes within the VitraHaus loft that feature some of the furniture company's most iconic products.

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Networking Tips for University Students Aspiring to Enter the Retail Design Industry

Retail Focus

For university students in particular who want to work in competitive industries like retail design, networking is essential. Creating a strong professional network could lead to internships, employment chances, and priceless mentoring. Here are some crucial networking advice aimed at students hoping to succeed in retail design. Gain Knowledge of the Industry Understand the retail design sector before you start networking.

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SharkNinja signs first lease at Battersea Power Station’s 50 Electric Boulevard for EMEA HQ

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Battersea Power Station has signed the first occupier at its Foster + Partners-designed 50 Electric Boulevard office building, with the $10 billion leading home technology company, SharkNinja, taking 32,000 sq ft to establish its new EMEA headquarters.

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Does Office Art Actually Matter?

All Work

Art in the office improves mental health, reduces stress, and fosters a sense of community and cultural cohesion, making the workplace more enjoyable and collaborative. Featuring diverse artists and artwork that reflect varied backgrounds promotes inclusivity, multiculturalism, and reinforces organizational values and commitments to culture. Allowing employees to have input in art selection and placement provides a sense of agency and ownership, which is linked to increased professional performa

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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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Mad Organics by 327 creative studio

Retail Design Blog

Mad Organics bars make organic, plant-based snacking tasty, fun, and approachable for the health-conscious. With no mysterious components, their short.

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The Bentley Suite at Al Habtoor Palace redefines luxury hospitality

Design Middleeast

The Bentley Suite at Al Habtoor Palace is setting new standards for luxury hospitality in the heart of Dubai. Inspired by the craftsmanship of Bentley’s former flagship model, the Bentley Mulsanne, this ode to the luxury automobile sees the brand’s leather finishes, colours, patterns, and wood veneers recreated throughout the suite. Parked on the fourth floor of the palatial hotel, an oversized doorway, embellished with a chrome plaque, greets guests upon arrival to the first suite of its kind i

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Independent fashion brand Scamp & Dude continues retail expansion

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Scamp & Dude, the British brand with a vision to transform the world of fashion into a force for good, are set to open their fifth store at Cambridge’s leading shopping destination, the Grand Arcade this July.

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The Role Of Smart Furniture In Achieving Healthier Office Spaces

All Work

Humans lead in idea generation, enhanced by AI’s data analysis, creating innovative, employee-centered workspaces. Companies like Cisco implement intelligent desks and IoT-enabled office solutions to improve employee wellness, satisfaction, and space flexibility. Smart furniture uses PoE connectivity to gather real-time data, driving automation, energy efficiency, and informed workplace strategies.

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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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Travis Wright re-emerges in new, post-Tigerlily role

Inside Retail

Former Tigerlily CEO Travis Wright has joined Ecommerce Equation as chief product officer. Wright left Tigerlily after Seafolly acquired the swimwear company. Prior to joining Tigerlily, Wright served as GM at Esther & Co. “Travis brings a unique blend of strategic vision, hands-on experience, and empathetic leadership to Ecommerce Equation,” said Jay Wright, Ecommerce Equation founder and CEO. “Her appointment as chief product officer marks an exciting chapter for our comp

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INSILENCE store by design by 83

Retail Design Blog

The Insilence Seongsu store, our second flagship store following Hannam-dong, celebrates the theme of ‘Rebuild.’ This new store showcases Insilence’s.

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#Video: Explore DLR Group’s New Dubai Office

Design Middleeast

DLR Group has relocated to a new office on Level 16 of the South Tower in Dubai Science Park Towers, UAE. The firm’s new location in the centre of the vibrant metropolis strategically accommodates the team’s growth and marks a substantial expansion into the Middle East and Africa. In conversation with Henrique Dias, Middle East Hospitality Director & Principal and Vaida Buchrotaite, Middle East Interior Design Director & Principal, as they discuss the new workplace.

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Pearl & Dean announces film partnership with Boots and Despicable Me 4

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Pearl & Dean, the UK’s best-known cinema advertising contractor today announces that it has brokered a film partnership between Boots’ suncare brand Soltan and Illumination’s exciting new chapter of Minions mayhem, Despicable Me 4, to encourage families to take care during their summer holidays with sun protection.

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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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Halleroed contrasts colour and texture inside Boygar's Tbilisi store

Dezeen

Design studio Halleroed has combined rustic, earthy tones with bold colours and glossy finishes for online retailer Boygar's first store in Tbilisi, Georgia. Set across three floors in a historic building on Tbilisi 's Rustaveli Avenue, Halleroed worked within the framework of the building's existing features when designing the store. Halleroed has designed a three-storey retail space for Boygar's in Tbilisi Characterised by a series of tall arched doorways and openings , the ground floor space

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Why are luxury brands investing more in South Korea despite economic headwinds?

Inside Retail

Less than a year after making its Asia debut in Tokyo, the Paris-based luxury leather goods label Polene has recently expanded its international presence with a flagship store in South Korea, aiming to capture the burgeoning affluent demographic in the country. The move comes at a time when South Korea is experiencing an influx of international luxury brands establishing a presence in the market.

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Babyark Offices by Studio Tali Gotthilf

Retail Design Blog

Studio Tali Gotthilf used the innovative baby car seat made by Babyark to design their Kefar Sava office with a.

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Drytac announces North American launch of Polar Smooth 150 Air P

Drytac

Polar Smooth 150 Air P features bubble-free air egress adhesive technology, making installation easy and smooth across all types of application. Drytac , the leading international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the large-format print and signage markets, is delighted to announce the launch of Polar Smooth 150 Air P printable film for multiple applications including interior décor, wall and window graphics, decals and stickers, point of sale, and construction hoarding and barriers.

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Sustainability at Retail

Sustainability impacts every nation, company, and person around the world. So much so that, in 2015, the United Nations (UN) issued a call for action by all countries to work toward sustainable development. In response to this and as part of a global Sustainability at Retail initiative, Shop! worked collaboratively with its global affiliates to address these critical issues in this white paper.

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Nirvana Brewery launches into Pils

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The UK’s original No-Low brewery, Nirvana, has launched a Pils (0.5% ABV), its first lager available in cans. Inspired by classic German pilsners, Nirvana Pils is brewed using one of the newest yeasts developed specifically for no-low brewing, helping to ensure a fuller flavour and great taste.

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Bluehaus attains coveted BIM ISO 19650 Certification

Design Middleeast

Bluehaus, a disciplinary interior design, architecture, and MEP firm, announces its achievement of the BIM ISO 19650 certification. As an early adopter of BIM technologies in the Middle East since 2013, this certification marks a significant milestone in the firm’s efforts to enhance information management practices through Building Information Modeling (BIM).

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A marriage of convenience? Myer’s acquisition of Premier’s apparel brands

Inside Retail

A prospective backdoor listing and a marriage of convenience have enlivened end of financial year stock market prognostications. The backdoor listing on the Australia Securities Exchange for Chemist Warehouse through a merger with Sigma Pharmaceuticals looks problematic. The marriage of convenience through a Myer acquisition of Premier Investments apparel brands portfolio is more likely to succeed.

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Xiaoshi Restaurant by Longterm Design

Retail Design Blog

Located in the bustling coastal city of Wenzhou in the southeast of China, known for its mild subtropical climate, Xiaoshi.

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Composable Commerce Reference Architecture 2024 Edition

Achieve more with your commerce with the help of Orium’s Composable Commerce Reference Architecture 2024 Edition. Presented in partnership with commercetools, Contentstack, and Google Cloud, this edition is packed with new insights and practical examples to help you navigate changes in digital commerce and construct an adaptable tech stack optimized for efficiency and scalability.

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Adhesives And Surfaces: How To Identify A Match

Drytac

Authored by Kieran Blacknall, Academy Manager at Drytac. In the world of bonding, the relationship between the adhesive and surface is crucial. However, very much like real-life relationships, compatibility is absolutely key to success. Those who work with these materials on a regular basis know it is much trickier than simply being able to apply the adhesive backed graphic onto a surface without a hitch.

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Rituals doubles presence at Manchester Arndale after agreeing new long-term lease

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Beauty brand Rituals has increased its presence at Manchester Arndale after signing a 10-year lease for a new 2,194sq ft store. The new agreement will see Rituals relocate to New Cannon Street to a new store which will be double the size of its current space on the lower mall.

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Protecting Retail Operations: Cybersecurity Practices You Need to Know 

RetailMinded

Owning and managing a retail business in America entails you juggling through a lot of responsibilities. They include you having to meet sales target to continue making the business profitable to keeping your current clients happy while also making strides to earn new business. Yet one thing that you ought to not forget is to uphold the security of your operations.

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Former Kmart boss takes the helm of Campion education business

Inside Retail

Campion Group has named former Kmart GM of customer experience Tom Bradley as its new CEO. Campion Group’s businesses include education supplier Campion Education, publisher Insight Publications, library supplier The Book House, and education technology specialist EdSoft. It has 14 retail stores across Australia. Prior to Kmart, Bradley served as regional strategy director at Bacardi and as GM of customer insights at Coles. “After an extensive search, during which we met many excepti

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How Retailers Are Transforming Customer Experiences with Data & AI

Speaker: David Azoulay, Marc Stracuzza, Román Tejada, and Guest Speaker Sucharita Kodali

Imagine a retail landscape where every interaction is personalized, every decision informed, and every opportunity maximized 🤔✨ Join us for an exploratory journey into the heart of AI-driven retail innovation. We’ll unveil the transformative potential of AI and data analytics in shaping the future of omnichannel personalization and e-commerce.