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Pret A Manger opens city debut at Gloucester Quays, diversifying food offer

Retail Focus

The new 1,841 sq ft eatery features seating for 85 people, Pret’s signature interior design with wooden accents and red tones, and will be managed by franchise partner, Dallas Holdings Limited. The post Pret A Manger opens city debut at Gloucester Quays, diversifying food offer appeared first on Retail Focus Magazine - Retail Design.

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“A focal point of Australian retail”: Inside Lotte’s new Sydney store

Inside Retail

According to Lotte Duty Free Oceania chief executive Stephen Timms, the store’s design and concept is built around levels dedicated to certain product categories: beauty, alcohol, and luxury. Our location at the corner of Pitt and Market Streets positions the store as a focal point of Australian retail,” Timms told Inside Retail.

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EJM Studio and Tina Vaia Studio craft new retail store for ME+EM inspired by Josef Albers’ artworks

Retail Focus

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.

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MAPIC 2024: Highlights of the 2024 Edition

Retail Focus

Trends in the Commercial Investment Market The retail real estate market was a focal point of this years MAPIC, with a strong emphasis on investors perspectives regarding retail market trends and outlooks. One example was the Annecy project, which served as a laboratory to design spaces that reduce stress.

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Moleskine’s CEO on how the brand balances heritage with smart innovation

Inside Retail

Strengthening presence in key Asian markets Asia has emerged as a focal point for Moleskines global expansion. E-commerce remains a critical driver, and we are investing in a seamless omnichannel experience to meet the expectations of Asias tech-savvy and design-conscious consumers.

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Fragrance brand Flâner to open its first flagship store in Melbourne

Inside Retail

The palette designed by local architect Chris Thompson Studio is used throughout the space, and the rhythmic ceiling grid was kept, improved, and used as a highlight. Located on Fitzroy’s Gertrude St, the location has been transformed from a barber shop untouched for 60 years.

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Jaguar’s ‘Copy Nothing’ campaign: Lessons for retailers on rebranding risks

Inside Retail

For once, that’s not the focal point,” Mário Braz de Matos, co-founder and managing partner at Flying Fish Lab, told Inside Retail. Despite its effort to modernise and appeal to a younger, more diverse audience, the campaign has faced some backlash concerning its departure from traditional brand values and automotive focus.