Design Boom
MAY 21, 2024
tkca architect maximizes the ground plane to create a multi-layered experience of public plazas, markets, and retail spaces. The post colorful roofed units compose TKCA architect’s sama square market village in kuala lumpur appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Inside Retail
MAY 21, 2024
Four executives in Bunnings’ management team have departed the hardware chain in a move that was described as a “reshaping” rather than a restructure. Chief commercial officer Ben McIntosh, chief transformation officer Leah Balter, and GM of corporate affairs Maria McCarthy have exited the company. Jen Tucker, the director of merchandise, also decided to leave following a family bereavement.
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Retail Focus
MAY 21, 2024
CBRE Investment Management has announced Mango , one of Europe’s leading fashion brands, has opened at Angel Central , the retail and leisure destination located in the heart of Islington, as the brand continues to roll out its ambitious expansion plans. The leading retailer has opened a 3,200 sq ft unit on Angel Central’s ground floor, exclusively stocking Mango’s womenswear lines.
Inside Retail
MAY 21, 2024
Fast Retailing, the parent company of Japan apparel retailer Uniqlo , has announced the locations for 11 new stores in the US, on its way to a target of 20 openings in North America this year, which in turn is the first instalment on its plan to reach 200 stores in 2027. The 11 openings so far announced are all in malls. Five of them are ‘A-quality’ malls in the metro areas of Dallas and Houston, Texas, a state in which Uniqlo so far has no physical store presence.
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Design Wanted
MAY 21, 2024
For over two decades, Materially has been a reference point in Italy in the research of innovative and sustainable materials for the manufacturing industry and for […] The post How materials are transforming the present thanks to research, industry and conscious design appeared first on DesignWanted.
Inside Retail
MAY 21, 2024
Australian beauty brand Aesop has transformed 38 of its storefronts in Australia and New Zealand with algae-based window decals. The textured decals, created by bioplastic artist and Other Matter studio founder Jessie French, are designed to be repurposed and reused in a self-sustaining closed-loop system. This provides an environmentally responsible alternative to traditional materials such as PVC.
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Inside Retail
MAY 21, 2024
In Australian fashion, few names are synonymous with timeless elegance and versatility like Viktoria & Woods. The brand’s reputation for designing quality garments for modern and empowered women seeking style and functionality has driven its success for the past two decades. This year is shaping up to be one of many milestones for the brand, as it marks its 20th anniversary and solo show debut at Australian Fashion Week in Sydney in May.
Retail Bound
MAY 21, 2024
If you are looking to secure a contract with a retail buyer, there are a few musts everyone should follow. One of these key rules is to only contact a buyer if you are prepared. Buyers can’t stand when vendors have not prepared before a sales presentation – it wastes the time of the buyer, and the vendor misses out on an opportunity. In order to avoid the nasty scenario above and ensure that you are ready to meet with a potential buyer, be ready to answer any and every question about your produc
Inside Retail
MAY 21, 2024
Melbourne e-commerce startup Little Birdie has announced it is pausing operations for the foreseeable future. In a note to customers, the company said it will be working on an AI shopping tool in the meantime. According to Startup Daily, this email was sent to Little Birdie customers on Friday evening. It has also been posted on the company’s website, informing users that its website, app, and extension experiences are being switched off for an undisclosed period of time.
Arch Daily
MAY 21, 2024
Experience Samsung's immersive retail space designed by renowned architect Jean Nouvel on Avenue des Champs-Élysées.
Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon
This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia
Inside Retail
MAY 21, 2024
Australian direct-to-consumer brand Who Gives A Crap disrupted the way consumers bought toilet paper almost a decade ago; now its CEO is challenging businesses across the supply chain to “give a crap”. Simon Griffiths is the CEO and one of three co-founders of Who Gives A Crap and is encouraging other businesses to question how sustainable their operations really are.
Design Wanted
MAY 21, 2024
I was recommended to meet one of the best in the field to gain insight into this multidisciplinary world, which operates on various design levels, both […] The post What type of services does a car design consultancy offer in 2024? appeared first on DesignWanted.
Inside Retail
MAY 21, 2024
In Australian fashion, few names are synonymous with timeless elegance and versatility like Viktoria & Woods. The brand’s reputation for designing quality garments for modern and empowered women seeking style and functionality has driven its success for the past two decades. This year is shaping up to be one of many milestones for the brand, as it marks its 20th anniversary and solo show debut at Australian Fashion Week in Sydney in May.
Retail Times
MAY 21, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Cadbury and Alzheimer’s Research UK has distributed 4,000 Memory Bar Boxes to people living with dementia and their loved ones, specially made by VCCP London. Care homes, dementia support groups and those caring for those living with the disease have been reaching out to the Cadbury archives for packaging no longer in circulation, in order to evoke nosta
Speaker: Benjamin Woll, Tiffany Spizzo, and Jaime Santos Alcón
Enterprise commerce is evolving fast, and brands relying on rigid, one-size-fits-all solutions risk losing agility. But modernization doesn’t have to mean disruption. In this webinar, we’ll explore how an extensible, modular approach empowers brands to integrate new capabilities, enhance performance, and scale efficiently—all while leveraging Shopify’s strengths.
Inside Retail
MAY 21, 2024
McDonald’s has signed a multi-year deal with IMG to develop a wide range of licensed products and experiences globally. As part of the deal, IMG will be McDonald’s exclusive global licensing representative and will develop an “authentic and culture-forward” licensing program based on the brand’s legacy, global scale, and visual identity.
Retail Times
MAY 21, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! New research launched today reveals that Gen Z adults (age bracket surveyed: 18-24) are donating more to charity thanks to an increased availability of online and digital giving options and a desire to help those impacted by the cost of living.
Inside Retail
MAY 21, 2024
Digital travel company Webjet is considering spinning off its consumer and business-facing divisions after posting record earnings for FY24. The company said it is exploring the separation of Webjet B2C business and B2B travel distribution business WebBeds into two ASX-listed entities. Webjet B2C includes ANZ-focused digital travel business Webjet OTA, motorhome and car rental e-commerce site GoSee, and travel technology company Trip Ninja.
Design Wanted
MAY 21, 2024
With a long tradition in woodworking, Opera Contemporary masterfully uses precious materials and essences, blending contemporary and glamorous style visions. Established in 2010 from the expertise […] The post Manufacturing skills and craftsmanship tradition characterize their vocation appeared first on DesignWanted.
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Inside Retail
MAY 21, 2024
Charter Hall Retail has sold Rutherford Marketplace, a ‘non-core asset’, for $49.75 million. The sale value represents a small premium over the centre’s book value as at last December. Charter Hall will use the proceeds from the sale to reduce debt within the RP1 retail partnership, of which the company has owned half since the partnership’s inception in 2011, alongside TelstraSuper.
Retail Times
MAY 21, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! A new report by national planning and development consultancy, Lichfields, sheds light on the future of UK town centres, presenting a roadmap for the revitalisation and repurposing of vacant or underutilised buildings.
Inside Retail
MAY 21, 2024
Alex Shaughnessy is Australian athleisure brand LSKD’s chief retail officer and the former director of retail for Lululemon ANZ and head of retail at global eyewear retailer Bailey Nelson. Here Shaughnessy shares how she maintains a work-life balance leading LSKD’s retail team during a growth phase of retail store rollouts. My mornings look like… I wake up, take a walk and grab a coffee – fresh air (and caffeine) first.
Retail Times
MAY 21, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Progress towards net zero could be at risk of being held back, as nine in ten of UK businesses call for greater government support to help their organizations meet decarbonization targets, and half cite cost as a barrier, new research from BSI shows.
Speaker: Becky Parisotto and John Vurdelja
Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever
Inside Retail
MAY 21, 2024
The New Zealand business of burger restaurant chain Wendy’s has been sold to US franchise operator Flynn Group, marking the company’s first change in ownership in more than three decades. The Lendich family, which has operated the franchise since 1988, put it up for sale in June 2022. The franchise includes 22 restaurants with 12 stores in Auckland, eight in other parts of the North Island, and two on the South Island.
Retail Times
MAY 21, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Following today’s release of The Works’ figures for the 53 weeks ending 5th May 2024; Oliver Maddison, retail analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “While The Works has put itself on a more sustainable footing, it is not out of the woods yet.
Inside Retail
MAY 21, 2024
Last week, luxury e-commerce platform Mytheresa posted strong third-quarter growth at a time when many luxury retailers, both online and brick-and-mortar, are struggling to maintain stability let alone grow. Mytheresa reported €233 million ($380 million) in net sales in the quarter ending March 31, a 17.6 per cent gain from the €198.9 million ($323 million) the year before.
Retail Bound
MAY 21, 2024
Are you a product manufacturer looking to get your products sold at Dicks Sporting Goods? Look no further! This blog post will guide you through the steps to get your products on the shelves of one of the largest sporting goods retailers in the United States. Understanding Dicks Sporting Goods Before we dive into the process of getting your product in Dicks Sporting Goods, it’s important to have a basic understanding of the company.
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Inside Retail
MAY 21, 2024
Northern Brisbane’s Market Central Lutwyche, home to Aldi, Coles, and Woolworths supermarkets , is up for sale. Its owner has tapped Stonebridge’s Carl Molony, Philip Gartland, and Justin Dowers, along with JLL’s Nick Willis and Sam Hatcher, to sell the property through an expressions-of-interest campaign. Aside from the three major supermarkets that generate over $121 million in sales, Market Central Lutwyche also has leasing agreements with two mini-majors, 29 specialties, 10
Chutegerdeman
MAY 21, 2024
From staycations to wellness education, in this article, we explore what’s making outdoor spaces designed for wellness more popular.
Retail Times
MAY 21, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The Royal Foundation Business Taskforce for Early Childhood has today, Tuesday 21 May 2024, published a report setting out the business case for prioritising early childhood and announced the first tranche of action to be taken as a result of its work.
RetailMinded
MAY 21, 2024
Do you ever think about how much personal information you give while shopping? Whether you’re swiping your card in retail stores or online shopping, you’re trusting retailers with sensitive details like your credit card details and addresses. As a customer, you expect them to keep that data safe. But in in the current retail industry, with hackers always on the hunt, protecting sensitive data is a significant challenge for many businesses.
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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