March, 2021

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weaved bamboo installation by infinity mind extends within bookstore in shanghai

Design Boom

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.

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Winter Olympic logo for Milan Cortina 2026 revealed following public vote

Design Week

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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Factors That Affect the Retail Industry Nowadays

RetailMinded

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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Decision time – A major investigation into the future of the workplace starts from Milan

Design Wanted

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”.

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Is Your Business AI-Ready? Find Out with Orium’s Maturity Model

Generative AI is poised to redefine B2B, but scaling AI success in this space isn’t without obstacles. From fragmented data sources and complex buyer journeys to operational inefficiencies, the road to AI-powered growth can be challenging. To achieve a competitive edge, understanding your organization’s AI-readiness is essential. Orium's Data & AI Maturity Model provides a quick, actionable way to assess your starting point.

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12 Stockroom Organization Ideas and Guidelines to Implement in Your Retail Store

Retail Times

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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PIG Design creates Memphis-informed Ya Space! furniture showroom in Hangzhou

Dezeen

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.

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Inter Milan reveals new logo in “streamlined” rebrand

Design Week

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

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Five Things To Remember When Renting Your First Business Location

RetailMinded

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.

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Brand Story – Braun

Design Wanted

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

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5 Organic SEO Strategies That Will Increase Your Online Traffic and Sales

Snap Retail

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.

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eCommerce in 2025: How Customer Experience Drives Online Retail Success

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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Pierre Brocas and Nada Oudghiri design gallery-like eyewear store informed by Memphis movement

Dezeen

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.

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louis vuitton reopens its ginza namiki store with design by jun aoki and peter marino

Design Boom

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.

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Sports Direct rebrands in bid for inclusivity and equality

Design Week

Sports Direct has revealed a rebrand in the attempt to unify the retailer’s identity and keep up with trends in the sports industry. The work – which includes a new logo, name change and in-store details – has been carried out by London-based brand consultancy Venturethree. Sports Direct has not been without controversies in the past, mostly thanks to its founder Mike Ashley.

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Join Retail Minded’s Nicole Reyhle at Small Business Day from the National Main Street Center

RetailMinded

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

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Secrets of a Successful Sale: Optimizing Your Checkout Process

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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Swiss brand Franke has mastered the art of smart kitchens

Design Wanted

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.

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INSTEA Bubble Tea Store – A Design Exploration in User Engagement

Home World Design

Facing onto busy Swanston Street in the centre of Melbourne’s CBD, INSTEA has an inward-focused plan and subdued elegance that creates an allure from the street. Continue reading.

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Avoiding Stockouts: 5 Preventable Causes of Out-of-Stocks and What to Do About Them

Retail Times

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.

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LED technology illuminates innovative flagship store by ryusuke nanki, in tokyo

Design Boom

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.

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Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

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

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7 Ways to Create an Inviting Restaurant Atmosphere

Compliantia

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.

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Bringing Your Existing Retail Store Online – Tips To Handle E-Commerce Like A Pro

RetailMinded

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. .

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LAYER x Never Go Alone: Refill, Reuse, Repeat

Design Wanted

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.

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Nearly half of customers abandon purchases because of poor delivery options

E Delevry

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.

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Industry Shake-Up: 2023 Commerce Trends To Rock Your World

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.

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Moving Forward into 2021 with NAHANCO

Nahanco

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.

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123 architects sets futuristic ‘white cave’ retail + gallery within central beijing

Design Boom

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.

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The Pop-Up Experience

Retailing Insight

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.

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Flexibility and reliability are critical for antimicrobial films in medical settings

Drytac

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.

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Sustainability at Retail

Sustainability impacts every nation, company, and person around the world. So much so that, in 2015, the United Nations (UN) issued a call for action by all countries to work toward sustainable development. In response to this and as part of a global Sustainability at Retail initiative, Shop! worked collaboratively with its global affiliates to address these critical issues in this white paper.

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Design as an attitude to read the world with David Dolcini

Design Wanted

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.

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Supplier Relationship Management: 10 Ways to Build Strong Bonds with Vendors

Retail Times

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.

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The Power of Neighbourhood Restaurants…

Retail Insider

Before I headed off to King’s Cross station to board a train to Timothy Taylor’s Brewery in Yorkshire for my stag do, and before my fiancée went off to do her hen things, we both did the sensible thing and prepared ourselves by popping into a local café for a full fry-up. Fast forward more years than I care to remember and that cafe above Turnpike Lane tube station in north London is moving up in the world because on 17 May it will become home to Turul Project – a destination restaurant for cont

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nendo unveils two-façade design for docomo, japan’s largest mobile phone operator

Design Boom

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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Is Your Brand AI-Ready? Find Out with Orium’s Maturity Model

Generative AI is reshaping retail, but achieving true AI success isn’t simple. Many brands face hurdles—underdeveloped data strategies, limited AI-ready infrastructure, or lack of seamless integration across systems. As you explore how AI can boost efficiency and transform customer experiences, understanding your business’s readiness is key. Orium's Data & AI Maturity Model offers a clear starting point.