Design Middleeast

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Ignacio Gomez, Global Design Principal at Aedas, reflects on the transformative trends in architecture, emphasising the integration of sustainability, technology, and cultural authenticity. He expresses his excitement for Aedas’ role in advancing design and his pride in being part of a field that continually redefines what’s possible. By Roma Arora Meet Ignacio Gomez, a Global Design Principal at Aedas shaping spaces that connect the world while staying true to local cultures.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Lego has signed a multi-year strategic agreement with Formula 1 to create exclusive collections and bring young fans and families closer to the sport. The partnership will debut next year, with fan zone activations at Grands Prix and a host of content available on the Leo Group’s digital platforms. According to the companies, F1 has witnessed a significant increase in popularity among younger fans in recent years, with more than four million children aged eight to 12 now actively followin

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Design Boom

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

these rechargeable and fully wireless table lights either hang from the ceiling or are positioned on the countertop, lighting up the ambient spaces of the cosmetics brand. The post bocci’s rechargeable glass table lights illuminate aesop’s spaces in new york and vancouver appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Nike has announced the return of Elliott Hill as president and CEO, replacing John Donahoe who will step down on October 14. Hill will also become a director of the board and a member of the executive committee. He previously held various leadership positions during his 32 years with Nike before retiring in 2020. Executive chairman Mark Parker said the board made the decision after a “thoughtful succession process”.

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Speaker: Jennifer Wright and Nick Barron

Navigating the complexities of e-commerce requires more than just the right technology - It demands a holistic strategy that aligns platform capabilities with customer- centric design and marketing. This webinar will provide a roadmap for building a robust e-commerce strategy, guiding you through key decisions from platform selection to creating user experiences that convert, and leverage digital marketing to reach and retail customers.

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Drytac

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Corimpress will stock Drytac products in-house and distribute materials to customers throughout Brazil and across the wider South American market. Drytac , the leading international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the large-format print and signage markets, is delighted to announce the appointment of Brazilian graphics specialist Corimpress as its exclusive distributor for Brazil.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

In a world-first, Melbourne-based jeweller Millie Savage has teamed up with Toyota to create handmade jewellery featuring lab-grown diamonds made from a car. “Toyota approached me and initially I was confused – what does my art have to do with cars? But as soon as I heard the brief and creative concept, I was so excited to collaborate,” Savage told Inside Retail.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Earlier this week, Southeast Asian e-commerce giant Shoppee partnered with YouTube to launch an online shopping service in Indonesia and plans to expand it in the region as competition heats up. Under the YouTube Shopping tie-up, people will be able to purchase goods viewed on the video platform through links to Shopee. Company executives say they plan to expand the service to Thailand and Vietnam in a few weeks.

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Retail Times

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Fleurs de Prairie has been named the fastest-growing French rosé in the UK following data released by IRI. Furthermore, the brand has doubled its sales volume from the previous year. This is a huge achievement compared to comparative brands in the rosé category, such as Kylie Rosé, which saw 2% growth and Whispering Angel, which was down 4%.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Staying connected with your loved ones and maintaining meaningful relationships with other people can be challenging when you’re miles apart – even in today’s highly connected digital world. While technology can make the world feel a bit smaller, building and nurturing genuine connections still takes great effort. Whether you want to keep in touch with family and friends or are trying to cultivate new relationships, having a solid phone plan makes all the difference.

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Retail Times

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Following the news that ASDA co-owner Mohsin Issa will step back from his executive leadership role, and that Lord Stuart Rose will assume Mohsin’s executive responsibilities alongside Rob Hattrell, a director on the ASDA board with experience at eBay Europe as Senior Vice President: Eleanor Simpson-Gould, senior retail analyst at GlobalData, offers her

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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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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Myer saw a decline in net profit in the last fiscal year due to the underperformance of Sass&Bide, Marcs, and David Lawrence, inflationary pressures, and store closures. The department store chain’s net profit fell 26 per cent to $52.6 million as sales dipped 2.9 per cent to $3.27 billion. Its online sales grew 2 per cent to $704.3 million, which accounted for 21.6 per cent of total sales. “We are laser-focused on improving our profitability, performance, and shareholder returns,

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Retail Times

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Ecover, a pioneer in the cleaning world, is partnering with supermodel, writer, and sustainability advocate Lily Cole to launch its new ‘Rewearing is Caring’ campaign. The activity is designed to encourage Brits to rethink their laundry habits by rewearing outfits and washing clothes less to help reduce the environmental impact of overwashing

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Brooki Bakehouse will open a pop-up store on Friday at Brisbane Airport’s domestic terminal, the bakery’s first expansion store. The store will open near gate 25 in the Domestic Terminal, where approximately 50,000 passengers pass through each day during the school holidays. “We know there’ll be kilograms of Brooki delights boarding flights to the more than 60 places across Australia connected to Brisbane Airport and dozens of locations around the world,” said Toby Innes,

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Retail Times

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Following today’s release of Next’s figures for the six months ending 29th July 2024; Emily Salter, lead retail analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers her view: “Next has reported another exceptional performance, with its total group sales rising by 8.0% in its H1 FY2024/25, while total Next sales (excluding revenue from [

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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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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

David Loh, the entrepreneur credited for introducing Bubble tea to Australia, has doubled down on his Asian mega-store in Highpoint and opened up a second location at The Glen. “We want to introduce Asian food to everyone,” Loh told Inside Retail. Foodle is inspired by the premium Italian grocery store Eataly, where hospitality and grocery intersect for a seamless culinary experience without the high price tags.

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Retail Times

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Waitrose is launching ‘BrandsNew’ at Waitrose, a new branded innovation programme to identify and support exciting new FMCG brands to market. The new programme will utilise our own experienced team of expert Partners, alongside leading product discovery, sourcing and purchasing platform RangeMe and innovation consultancy YF (formerly Young Foodies) who

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Luxury Western Australian jewellery brand Linneys has created three golden quokka sculptures, covered in 3.39 carats of rare Argyle pink diamonds priced at over $500,000 each. The sculptures are a fusion of local icons: the quokka, Western Australia’s native fauna, exclusively found on Rottnest Island, and Argyle pink diamonds, among the last to be unearthed from the now closed Argyle Diamond Mine situated in Western Australia’s remote East Kimberley region.

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Retail Times

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Halfords – Britain’s largest cycling retailer – is taking on the high-end cycling market in the UK, by more than doubling the number of ‘premium’ bicycles it offers. Bikes in the new ranges cost up to £3,800, but still offer ‘incredible value’ compared to similarly-specced bikes, according to the retailer.

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Retail Design Blog

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

July draws inspiration from the breezy outdoor spirit of Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley, where leisure, lifestyle, and experience enrich the built.

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Retail Times

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! This year, indulge in the magic of Christmas as Cartwright & Butler (www.cartwrightandbutler.co.uk) pay homage to the spirit of Christmas and the togetherness it brings. Cartwright & Butler’s range features cosy yet decadent treats that bring the beautiful spirit of Christmas to life.

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Retail Design Blog

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

The space portrays Vialto Partners passion for new ideas, different perspectives, and collaboration. These core values were the inspiration and.

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Retail Times

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Walker’s Shortbread has launched a new multipack snacking range, called ‘Wee Shorties’, transforming its iconic shortbread into on-the-go snack bags filled with bitesize pieces. Available now in Sainsbury’s and Ocado, Wee Shorties ‘Shortbread Fingers’ transforms Walker’s finest all-butter shortbread into delicious mini-sized pieces.

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Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Brian Walker

The era of all-in-one platforms is over. Now, retail success depends on integrating a blend of diverse technologies to thrive. As customers and stakeholders expect agility and innovation, how can you meet these expectations efficiently without stumbling into complexity? Explore a customer-centric approach to navigating digital transformation in retail.

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Retail Design Blog

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Although founded in Los Angeles in 2018 by seasoned designer Chris Mart, eyewear brand AKILA‘s first standalone store opened its.

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Retail Times

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! THG Fulfil, the industry-leading global fulfilment solution from THG Ingenuity (part of THG Plc), has partnered with CDS Superstores (trading as The Range and wilko), to deliver fulfilment and courier management services for the home, leisure and garden retailer.

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Retail Times

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Little Moons is shaking up the frozen dessert aisle with the launch of its innovative bite-sized frozen Cheesecakes – offering consumers a ‘little cheesecake fix’. This launch underscores Little Moons’ commitment to innovation and its drive to redefine the dessert experience.

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Retail Times

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! World-leading customer feedback company, HappyOrNot (www.happyornot.com), today announces an industry-first partnership that will allow clients of UK-based mystery shopping company, Customerwise (www.customerwise.co.uk), to integrate real-time feedback tools into their programmes in order to improve customer experience across a variety of sectors.

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Retail Times

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! CHERRY XTRFY, the specialist in high-quality gaming products has secured a listing with Currys. CHERRY XTRFY products are available online from today and will be available in 70 Currys stores by the end of 2024, kicking off with the Birmingham store today.

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Retail Times

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Derbion, the East Midlands’ premier retail and leisure destination, has revealed that several of its long-term existing retailers have already invested over £5m in store upgrades, fitouts, upsizes and relocations during the first half of 2024.

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Retail Times

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Ingka Centres, part of the Ingka Group, has just signed a purchase agreement with Pasing Arcaden GmbH – a subsidiary of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield Germany – to acquire one of Munich’s largest and most popular shopping destinations, Pasing Arcaden.

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Retail Times

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Leading florist Prestige Flowers has announced an exciting sponsorship deal with The Chris Evans Breakfast Show on Virgin Radio UK. The nationwide flower delivery service has partnered with the show, which airs every weekday from 6:30am to 10am, and is available on DAB, your smart speaker or the Virgin Radio app.

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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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