Design Boom
MARCH 23, 2021
the project serves as an interaction space between readers and creators, fusing art and daily routine to create a comprehensive lifestyle space. The post weaved bamboo installation by infinity mind extends within bookstore in shanghai appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
RetailMinded
MARCH 31, 2021
Success in the retail business isn’t as simple as providing consumers with the opportunity to buy your products. Your customers themselves define your enterprise, nearly as much as your product line itself defines your entire enterprise. You may have already thought about your ideal customers and consumers, what they’re looking for, and their preference on how to shop.
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Design Wanted
MARCH 25, 2021
Office nostalgia or office aversion: what will be the prevailing mood after Covid? For millions of employers and employees worldwide decision time is getting closer. In what forms shall we physically go (or not go) back to work? Amid great uncertainties, all players in office-related businesses better get prepared, just in case everything does not magically go back to “old normal”.
Retail Times
MARCH 16, 2021
It may not be the sexiest part of your store, and it doesn’t get a lot of customer eyeballs, but your stockroom is still a critical part of your physical location. In many ways, your stockroom acts as the headquarters of the store’s operations. It’s where your management office will be located, where you’ll receive shipments, where your staff will first discover the exciting new inventory, and where your extra stock will live.
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AI is rapidly transforming digital commerce, but how do you separate real opportunities from hype? Moderated by Orium, AI for Commerce: Foundations, Aspirations, and Hype , experts from Bloomreach , commercetools , Contentstack , and Fluent Commerce explores where AI is already delivering results and where its potential is still unfolding. This masterclass dives into proven AI applications, emerging innovations , and the gaps between promise and reality in commerce.
Dezeen
MARCH 22, 2021
Chinese architecture Studio PIG Design has created a showroom for the Memphis Milano furniture brand in Hangzhou , China, with interiors designed to make customers "feel the atmosphere of Memphis". Named Ya Space!, the two-storey building was designed to be an exhibition space and furniture showroom for Memphis Milano , which owns the rights to pieces created by the Memphis Group.
Design Week
MARCH 31, 2021
The logo for the 2026 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games held in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo has been revealed. The design features the numbers two and six which are drawn in a single traced line. It is a “simple gesture of sustainability and inclusion”, according to organisers. The Olympic logo. Image from Milano Cortina 2026 YouTube 870,000 votes for “Futura” “Futura” design, as the logo has been called, is the first Olympic logo to be chosen by popul
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RetailMinded
MARCH 20, 2021
Opening a new business location, whether you’re a first-time business owner or the proud founder of a chain of independent retailers, is always something to celebrate. Running a business can be daunting, labour-intensive and challenging, no matter how experienced you might be. As a retailer, your priority should be your customers and offering the service of products that fulfil their needs.
Design Wanted
MARCH 30, 2021
Braun is the German company that made ‘good design’ a function-oriented philosophy. It’s been a century since 1921, when Max Braun, a mechanical engineer, opened a small engineering store in Frankfurt , producing components for radio sets. In a decade, Braun’s ability to transform its progressive ideas and the latest technical developments into marketable products , turned the company into one of the first European manufacturers to combine a radio and a record player in o
Snap Retail
MARCH 18, 2021
Many online shoppers use Google to search for products they are interested in buying. As a result, if your online shop is not appearing on the first or second page of the search results, you are in trouble. It is imperative that online shop owners recognize the importance of visibility as this is a highly effective way of generating new customers and in turn boosting revenue.
Dezeen
MARCH 11, 2021
Colourful display stands are meant to appear like artworks within this eyewear store in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia created by French designer Pierre Brocas and architect Nada Oudghiri. Located in the Mall of Dhahran, the 100-square-metre retail space is the first flagship store for Dubai glasses brand Eyewa. "Our wish was to move away from typical eyewear retail atmospheres," said Brocas.
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
Design Week
MARCH 31, 2021
Inter Milan has revealed a new logo as part of a wider identity update that hopes to reach a more international and youthful audience. Munich-based design studio Bureau Borsche has designed the new look for the club, which last updated its crest in 2014. Courtesy of Inter Milan The new logo will appear on kits after the end of the current season. It’s being accompanied by a campaign which hopes to promote the club’s founding values, according to Inter. “The aim is to make the I
Design Boom
MARCH 21, 2021
the building's curving and rippling exterior creates a three-dimensional effect that is enhanced by dichroic glass. The post louis vuitton reopens its ginza namiki store with design by jun aoki and peter marino appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
RetailMinded
MARCH 29, 2021
Retailers, are you ready to boost your store visibility, sales and overall success in 2021? The reality is, the past year has been difficult for many businesses – but small businesses in particular have been hit hard with the challenges presented by COVID-19. Keeping this in mind, Retail Minded’s Founder, Nicole Leinbach Reyhle, is thrilled to share expert insight that will offer actionable strategies and resources alike to aid small businesses as part of the National Main Street Cen
Design Wanted
MARCH 25, 2021
With over 100 years in the industry, Franke understands that a kitchen should be as unique and intuitive as you. How does a brand go from humble beginnings in smalltown Switzerland, to a permanent fixture in the global sink market? Championing innovation and making sure everything it does is unique is just half the story. Franke has established a permanent fixture in the global sink market – ©Franke.
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.
Retail Times
MARCH 30, 2021
Stockouts almost always make it to the “worst nightmare” lists of retailers, and for good reason. Not only do they lead to lost sales, but out-of-stocks also result in reduced customer satisfaction and lower loyalty levels. Shoppers often feel let down when you don’t have what they’re looking for, and the last thing you want is to disappoint customers.
Compliantia
MARCH 29, 2021
Since the beginning of the pandemic, the restaurant industry has suffered the most losses, both in terms of sales and jobs. During the first 12 months alone, total sales were down $270 billion and over 8 million jobs were lost. . As restaurants continue to recover and resume operations , most operators believe it will take them several months to return to pre-pandemic conditions.
Design Week
MARCH 25, 2021
The Bank of England (BoE) has unveiled a new £50 banknote, which features the scientist and WWII codebreaker Alan Turing. Turing was chosen as the face of the new note following a public consultation , where over 200,000 nominations were made. BoE governor Andrew Bailey says that putting the scientist on the note celebrates his achievements and groundbreaking scientific work. “Turing is best known for his codebreaking work at Bletchley Park, which helped end the Second World War,̶
Design Boom
MARCH 11, 2021
the street-facing façade, open atrium, ceilings, and floors of 'GINZA 456 created by KDDI' are covered by LEDs creating a dynamic environment blending digital image and physical experience. The post LED technology illuminates innovative flagship store by ryusuke nanki, in tokyo appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
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.
RetailMinded
MARCH 22, 2021
After the events of the past year, most businesses have started to question the safety of their operations. The retail industry, and most precisely independent retailers, was one of the most affected areas of business. Apart from essential shops, all retailers were asked to close their doors indefinitely, which led to significant financial losses for most of them. .
Design Wanted
MARCH 29, 2021
LAYER Studio, delivering award-winning and market-leading experiences, has designed the sustainable packaging for Never Go Alone (NGA), a fresh brand dedicated to daily wellness essentials. The Never Go Alone packaging has been designed with a focus on sustainability and features innovative on-the-go usability features informed by observation of human behaviours to elevate the hygiene experience and inspire new daily rituals.
E Delevry
MARCH 29, 2021
Nearly half (45%) of shoppers have changed their mind on a purchase because they aren’t happy with the delivery options available, according to the latest research from Whistl. In 2020 84% of the UK population shopped online receiving over 2.8bn parcels, an average of 17 per person per year. Of these, 65% chose to shop online due to the convenience of home delivery.
Retailing Insight
MARCH 24, 2021
I. f COVID has taught us anything, it’s the value of the human connection. The importance of togetherness, community and engagement has, perhaps, never been stronger. Retailers and indeed, many other brands, understand the quintessential need for unique consumer experiences which foster a human bond. Pop-ups started based on this need – think Farmer’s Markets – but they’ve quickly evolved.
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
Design Week
MARCH 18, 2021
Renault has revealed a new logo, a geometric version of its diamond-shaped design which has been in use since the 1920s. While the brand’s diamond logo has existed since 1925, the previous iteration had not changed significantly since 1992. The new flat logo comprises two intertwining diamond shapes which can be animated for digital media. It appears without a wordmark and can also be lit-up on vehicle grilles.
Design Boom
MARCH 11, 2021
the ceiling’s surface of 'white cave' by 123 architects swells like waves, creating organically-formed high and low areas. The post 123 architects sets futuristic ‘white cave’ retail + gallery within central beijing appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Retail Times
MARCH 22, 2021
Building and maintaining great supplier relationships is a must if you want to stay competitive in retail. Having healthy relationships with these vendors helps ensure that your shelves are healthily stocked with great products that bring delight to your customers. In this post, we’ll be exploring how you can create and cultivate strong relationships with your suppliers.
Design Wanted
MARCH 26, 2021
Born in Italy, in a family with a long craft tradition, David Dolcini founded his own firm in 2007. The studio combines product, industrial, interior design and art direction under a strict methodology plus a multidisciplinary analytical approach. A long familiar tradition in woodworking together with a “nomad” personality, addicted to art and exploration of the world around, were key catalysts for David Dolcini to enter the design field.
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.
Nahanco
MARCH 30, 2021
It’s no secret that the events of 2020 had a dramatic effect on the retail industry. As retailers continue to evolve in 2021, your business needs may change. We want you to know that NAHANCO is here to support you. You might think of us as “the hanger company”, but our expertise goes far beyond just hangers. We are a leading distributor of many other categories of retail supplies.
Drytac
MARCH 29, 2021
Applications in medical and healthcare environments require antimicrobial films that are both reliable and steadfast. Drytac Protac AMP offers this and much mor e. The Covid-19 pandemic has led to a significant rise in the use of antimicrobial protection products, in an effort to help protect people across a number of environments. However, the use of such products places a tremendous amount of pressure on those tasked with carrying out the installation work.
Design Week
MARCH 18, 2021
Traditional design education may help you generate ideas, refine your craft and populate your portfolio – but if all of that happens in a vacuum, it simply can’t prepare you for the realities of the design industry. A crucial part of that are the ‘soft’ skills that many courses don’t have the capacity – or the inclination – to teach in a formalised way.
Design Boom
MARCH 22, 2021
the design for docomo by nendo replaces sections in the store with spaces focused on communication and experiences. The post nendo unveils two-façade design for docomo, japan’s largest mobile phone operator appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
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