Retail Focus

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

After building significant commercial success online, Saint + Sofia makes its entrance to physical retail in a 1,600 sq ft flagship store in the heart of Covent Garden’s Seven Dials. As part of the bespoke experience, the store will host a calendar of in-store events and talks that celebrate design, music and creativity.

Boutique 246

Boutique Location Curate Accessories 246

Retail Focus

AUGUST 18, 2021

IKEA Xuhui will be testing an innovative retail concept centred around enabling people to live a better and healthier life within the limits of the planet. Open meeting places are designed to encourage interaction and community. This will be backed by an extensive As-Is section.

Concept 64

Concept Home Furnishings Layout Space 64

Retail Focus

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Earlier this year, Toyota Motor Europe partnered with Dalziel & Pow to design the vision for the future of its European retailer network at a new site in Paris Nord. It confirms the central role of Toyota retailers in delivering to our customers an immersive brand experience as the company transitions to a mobility company.

Concept 277

Concept Interior Retail Design Space 277

Retail Focus

JANUARY 29, 2025

Technological materials, immersive design and biblical narrative transform the space into the brand’s new meeting point for its growing community. This tone is enhanced through carefully designed lighting that reinforces its vibration and generates an immersive, almost celestial atmosphere.

Design 147

Design Contrast Interior Interior Design 147

Retail Focus

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

EE has unveiled its new concept store designed to give customers a more immersive experience combined with expert knowledge. The new store has been designed to be a hub for the community with an event space available for the local groups to use to host workshops, support meetings and an informal place to get tech support and advice.

Concept 289

Concept Accessories Accessories Space 289

Retail Focus

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Locally-owned supermarket Spinneys has opened the doors of its first sustainable concept store in Dubai’s Layan community, next to Sustainability City. A key sustainability feature of the store is its ‘Refill Stop’ a new concept embedded across a range of departments encouraging customers to reuse and replenish their own containers.

Concept 277

Concept Shopping Line Planning 277

Retail Focus

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

The EuroShop trade fair, held in Düsseldorf from 26th February to 2nd March 2023, will showcase the latest developments in retail design, shop fitting and visual merchandising. The offerings range from store architecture, design and planning to displays, sales counters and shopping carts. am to 6.00

Visual Merchandising 312

Visual Merchandising Merchandising Design Concept 312

Retail Focus

JUNE 3, 2021

The post ZARA launches St David’s regional concept store appeared first on Retail Focus - Retail Design.

Concept 279

Concept Fashion Line Retail Design 279

Retail Focus

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Taking action across all aspects of our business, we have committed to targets throughout our supply chain and at customer touchpoints, including the use of lower emission delivery vehicles, sustainability training for interior designers, retailers and contractors and a take back scheme to recycle offcuts,” he said.

Space 289

Space Interior Balance Design 289

Retail Focus

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Battersea Power Station announced today that global training brand, NOBULL , will open its first permanent concept store in Europe in the newly restored Grade II* listed Power Station , which opened its doors to the public on 14 th October 2022 alongside Electric Boulevard, a new pedestrianised high street for London.

Concept 299

Concept Space Apparel Accessories 299

Retail Focus

DECEMBER 12, 2024

While the previous era equated the opening of retail spaces with guaranteed success, the current landscape is marked by extreme selectivity and a deep understanding of economic dynamics. Looking ahead, the 5-10 year perspective outlines a commercial landscape where only the most high-performing retail spaces will survive.

Expansion 264

Expansion Retail Space Space Marketing 264

Retail Focus

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Having garnered a reputation for reinventing luxury cosmetics through cutting-edge product innovation and artful product design; they set out to establish a new retail standard in this highly-competitive market. Resulting a unique concession design that is as striking as it is inviting.

Contrast 130

Contrast Gifts Artistic Concept 130

CAAD

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Community-based retail design focuses on designing spaces that not only adapt to local preferences but also foster a sense of belonging and connection with the social and cultural environment. Retail design has evolved from merely organizing products functionally to a strategy centered on customer experience.

Retail Design 52

Retail Design Design Space Artistic 52

Retail Focus

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Following Harrods successful return to Shanghai Fashion Week with ‘The Harrods Hive’, a concept that focused on building stronger connections across the luxury industry in China, Harrods is proud to announce the unveiling of an inaugural pop-up focused on young Chinese design.

Design 331

Design Fashion Social Media Concept 331

Retail Focus

OCTOBER 3, 2022

has chosen Liverpool ONE to debut its new store design concept. is the third JD Group retailer to sign at the destination, joining the recently opened Tessuti global flagship, and JD Sports. We look forward to seeing the brand flourish in the company of our already varied and extensive retail offering.”. added: “size?’s

Concept 182

Concept Design Curate Apparel 182

Retail Focus

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Furthermore, collaborating with local artisans, designers, or artists strengthens the brand’s authenticity and enhances its reputation for exclusiveness and craftsmanship. Exclusive, Limited-Time Offerings : Luxury brands can enhance their cultural relevance by incorporating local culture into their retail strategies.

Strategy 246

Strategy Artistic Tailored Location 246

Retail Focus

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

Retail experts agree that visual merchandising is more than creating window displays to attract customers. The goal is to develop creative and bold designs to delight your customer’s imagination and curiosity with an aesthetic experience. . Metal in Retail Displays . Corrosion resistance . Reusability .

Visual Merchandising 245

Visual Merchandising Merchandising Concept Display 245

Retail Focus

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

KGK Genix have launched a new ‘Student Retail Design & Careers Competition’ to help equip students with the skills and experience they need to kick-start their career and to drive interest in the retail design, visual merchandising, and print industry.

Retail Design 147

Retail Design Visual Merchandising Design Display 147

Retail Focus

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Retail Consultant | Published author | Visiting lecturer An Exploration of Neo-Surrealism This year, the Maison & Objet fair took a bold turn with its theme, Sur/Reality. These exhibitions went beyond showcasing products; they told stories, evoked emotions, and sparked retailers imaginations, encouraging them to rethink their spaces.

Curate 147

Curate Concept Space Art 147

CAAD

DECEMBER 22, 2024

In the first part of our analysis of key trends in retail design for 2025 , we explored concepts such as immersive personalization, sustainability, and technological integration. Modular and Flexible Design Flexibility in store design will be crucial to adapting to changing market needs.

Retail Design 52

Retail Design Design Visual Merchandising Layout 52

Retail Focus

MARCH 19, 2025

The new 3826 square foot ME+EM store located at 4-5 Marylebone High Street is a celebration of modern British design. By embracing artisanal craftsmanship, natural materials, and thoughtful spatial design, the store creates an inviting environment that balances function and aesthetic appeal.

Focal Point 147

Focal Point Texture Balance Pattern 147

Retail Focus

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

has opened its debut store design concept at Liverpool ONE. Bolstering the destination’s premium retail line up on Peter’s Lane, the new 2,734 sq ft size? store is the third JD Group retailer to open at Liverpool ONE, joining JD Sports and Tessuti’s global flagship. . Spanning two floors, size? dealt directly.

Concept 182

Concept Apparel Line Interior 182

Retail Focus

JANUARY 2, 2025

Steven Ubsdell, chief creative officer, Checkland Kindleysides Checkland Kindleysides, a global retail design agency, sees 2024 as something of a cultural reset for retailers. So, what can we expect in 2025 and how can Checkland Kindleysides help retailers?

Balance 162

Balance Consumer Engagement Marketing 162

Retail Focus

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Barker and Stonehouse have teamed up with Fenwick to open its first in-store concept spaces in the Fenwick’s Newcastle and Bentalls Kingston department stores. The Newcastle concept store will span 10,000 square feet while the Bentalls space will be slightly smaller.

Concept 189

Concept Space Department Stores Display 189

Retail Focus

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

The four entrances – East Gates, High Street, Church Gate and Bond Street – will be reconfigured to improve customer accessibility and wayfinding, whilst the contemporary designs celebrate the city’s vibrant fashion and textiles legacy. This strategy includes enhancing the public realm, access and wayfinding.

Shopping 147

Shopping Concept Strategy Fashion 147

Retail Focus

MAY 1, 2024

NYSE: FL), has unveiled its new retail concept that delivers an elevated shopping experience and unrivaled customer service. The global retailer introduced the reinvented retail format at its Willowbrook Mall location in Wayne, N.J., and will incorporate learnings from this concept into new stores.

Concept 147

Concept Reimagine Shopping Layout 147

CAAD

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Retail Design in the AI Era: How Artificial Intelligence is Transforming Store Design and Visual Merchandising Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the way we conceive commercial spaces. But how exactly is this technology being applied to the design of commercial spaces ?

Retail Design 52

Retail Design Visual Merchandising Design Merchandising 52

Retail Focus

MARCH 7, 2023

Creative agency, Mynt , has designed a new retail concept for SPORT 2000, the international sports retail giant. The new concept, which was first launched at the Tribeca Mall in Mauritius, is being rolled out into various store shapes, sizes, and formats globally.

Concept 182

Concept Expansion Engagement Merchandising 182

Retail Focus

OCTOBER 12, 2024

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.

Apparel 130

Apparel Accessories Accessories Concept 130

Retail Focus

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Shaftesbury has announced that The Hook, a unique art gallery retail concept, has opened its flagship London store in Seven Dials in the heart of the West End. Related: Art retail concept The Hook selects Seven Dials for West End flagship. Related: Art retail concept The Hook selects Seven Dials for West End flagship.

Art 173

Art Concept Artistic Curate 173

Retail Focus

AUGUST 31, 2022

River Island, one of the high-street’s most iconic names, has launched an exciting new retail concept: River Studios. This retail expansion will see River Island optimise the high street shopping experience to fit the future. River Studios delivers a modern, seamless experience fit for the high street of today.”

Concept 173

Concept Curate Boutique Interior 173

Retail Focus

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Asda Pudsey customers will be able to pick up their favourite from a rotating range of freshly poured tipples after Craft on Draft, the fresh craft beer, cider and cocktail concept opened at the Asda Pudsey store in Leeds. ASDA and Craft on Draft win prestigious Creative Retail Award.

Concept 182

Concept Gifts Shopping Location 182

Retail Focus

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Nike is to open its latest retail concept, Nike Unite, at Blanchardstown Centre, Ireland’s largest retail and leisure destination. The post Blanchardstown Centre welcomes Ireland’s first ‘Nike Unite’ concept store appeared first on Retail Focus - Retail Design. Nike Unite will open in Spring 2023.

Concept 189

Concept Focal Point Apparel Department Stores 189

Retail Focus

OCTOBER 7, 2022

Samantha Bain-Mollison, Retail Director at Shaftesbury commented “We’re delighted to announce that Carnaby will be home to the first ever retail destination plastic recycling concept shop, Are You Mad. Are You Mad will be taking charitable donations for this project in store in exchange for retail products.

Concept 228

Concept Shopping Outdoor Space 228

Retail Focus

AUGUST 22, 2022

Shaftesbury has today announced the signing of art retail concept, The Hook, for its first central London showroom in Seven Dials. Founded in 2021, The Hook is committed to creating an approachable, omnichannel and consumer-focused experience that is designed to educate, and not intimidate, both instore and online.

Art 182

Art Concept Artistic Location 182

Retail Focus

APRIL 24, 2024

JD, New Look and Ann Summers are set to open new concept stores at Derbion, the Midlands retail and leisure destination, following a combined investment of over £5 million. The investment forms part of Derbion’s continuing growth strategy to reposition and support existing retailers alongside new lettings. The new 10,000 sq.

Concept 147

Concept Location Strategy Accessories 147

Retail Focus

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Known for its unwavering commitment to innovation and authenticity, Cheaney’s latest boutique represents a strategic move not just in retail location, but in aligning with a broader cultural shift – a renewed appreciation amongst modern consumers for quality, heritage, and an ever-evolving “buy less, buy better” mindset.

Boutique 130

Boutique Display Light Curate 130