FC Dadson
OCTOBER 30, 2019
(Published this post two years ago, and it's still timely!). Halloween is a great day to share tales of horror, and certainly as practitioners of the retail buildout we've heard more than a few.
Design Week
OCTOBER 16, 2019
Back in 2012, the London Borough of Camden turned international heads with its newly commissioned public benches. With slanted edges, no crevices or hiding places and impermeable surface, the “Camden Bench” – as it would come to be known – was lauded as a great example of public furniture. It won awards from the Design Council and Keep Britain Tidy and was also given PAS68 approval from the Home Office for its counter terrorism uses.
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Barber Design
OCTOBER 24, 2019
Fresh from our visit to the Tax Free World Association exhibition and summit in Cannes at the beginning of the month we were not surprised to see the latest figures reported in the October issue of TR Business magazine that the top ten global duty free and travel retail operators increased their sales by 20% last year, to $44.37 billion. As regular blog readers will know, travel retail design is one of our niche specialisms here at Barber and it is very exciting to be working within an industry
Fixture Lab
OCTOBER 15, 2019
Manndatory Listening Podcast features our very own Brian Hawkins in a great discussion about music in your retail store. This podcast should absolutely be in your weekly roundup. Packed with 16 years of business expertise, The Mann Group created The Manndatory Listening Podcast because they’ve got a lot to talk about…like, a lot of juicy content that you’ll want to soak up ASAP and apply to your business right now.
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Onyx
OCTOBER 22, 2019
Designing for the human experience in the office environment requires a holistic approach where people are the focus and their needs, emotions, and senses are supported and enhanced. An office space should foster each employee’s sense of individuality and control to choose their type of work lifestyle. Having choice leads to empowerment and engagement within their work environment.
Lumsden Design
OCTOBER 28, 2019
MoMA Flagship Store. The post 2020 The Museum of Modern Art, Flagship Store, New York appeared first on Lumsden Design.
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Design Week
OCTOBER 15, 2019
Facebook’s foray into digital currency, Libra, is the subject of a lawsuit over the logo design of Calibra, the division of the project that is overseeing the creation of a digital wallet. Current, a US-based banking start-up, has accused the social media platform of trademark infringement and unfair competition, among other allegations. With a physical card and mobile app, Current describes itself as “the bank for modern life”, which “adapts to the way you work and live&
Zen Merchandiser
OCTOBER 11, 2019
We’ve decided to collect some of the most elegant and attractive tall jewelry armoires in one gallery so that you will be able to choose from these wonderfully designed and spacious products in a much easier way! With over 20 types of jewelry armoires available online, you’ll surely find the right one for your budget & preferences. Don’t forget to take a look at our other selections of jewelry holders, jewelry organizers and jewelry boxes to make sure you’re all set to orga
Firefly Store Solutions
OCTOBER 30, 2019
With Thanksgiving on the horizon, many people are not only excited to kick off the holiday season by sitting around a table with loved ones – they’re also getting ready for Christmas. Black Friday, one of the biggest shopping days of the year, is considered the official start of Christmas for some. The prediction is that millions will create foot traffic across the country on Black Friday, according to Forbes, so it’s ideal that your boutique is prepared for the opportunity to
Fashion Retail Tech
OCTOBER 21, 2019
Happy Monday! Here is your recap of industry news from the last week. Sources are in the hyperlinked text after the headline. Brands + Retailers. Authentic Brands Group bids $271M to buy Barneys New York. Reuters. Under Armour to make spacesuits for Virgin Galatic flights. CNBC. Best Buy touts first-party data capabilities as it looks to build its media business.
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
Form Room
OCTOBER 18, 2019
The post FormRoom Appointed Three’s Retail Creative Agency appeared first on formroom.
FC Dadson
OCTOBER 30, 2019
(Published this post two years ago, and it's still timely!). Halloween is a great day to share tales of horror, and certainly as practitioners of the retail buildout we've heard more than a few.
Design Week
OCTOBER 22, 2019
The logo for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games has been revealed. According to the Olympic website, it brings together “three iconic symbols connected to sport, the Games and France” The gold colour recalls the ceremony’s first-prize medals, while the flame-like shapes either side reflects the Olympic flame as well as “the unique energy of the Games, which bring people together and drive solutions forward” Together, these design details resemble a woman’s face R
Zen Merchandiser
OCTOBER 11, 2019
We have decided to select some of the most impressive black colored jewelry armoires in order to allow you to choose your favorites in a much more efficient and easier manner! With over 20 types of jewelry armoires available online, you’ll surely find the right one for your budget & preferences. Don’t forget to take a look at our other selections of jewelry holders, jewelry organizers and jewelry boxes to make sure you’re all set to organize, store & display your precio
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.
Lumsden Design
OCTOBER 28, 2019
Warner Bros Studio Tour London, Restaurant & Cafes. The post 2020 Warner Bros Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter – Restaurant and Cafés appeared first on Lumsden Design.
Fashion Retail Tech
OCTOBER 15, 2019
Hi! Here is your weekly recap of industry news. Sources are in the hyperlinked text after the headline. Brands + Retailers. Handbag sales reveal a major shift in where consumers are shopping. CNBC. Toys ‘R’ Us taps Target to fulfill online orders. AdAge. How Glossier grew from millennial catnip to billion-dollar juggernaut. Vanity Fair . LVMH bets on a mental health-focused streetwear label.
Design Week
OCTOBER 16, 2019
The Guardian has redesigned its Daily app for an “enhanced reading experience” that aims to provide readers with a more “curated” version of the newspaper’s content. Unlike the Guardian’s website and Live app, which are updated throughout the day, stories for the Daily edition will be chosen by editors and published once a day at 3:00 BST.
Design Week
OCTOBER 14, 2019
Porsche and Boeing have signed a “Memorandum of Understanding to explore the premium urban air mobility market” With the aim of extending “urban traffic into airspace”, the companies say that they will share their “unique market strengths and insight” Detlev von Platen, a member of Porsche’s executive board for sales and marketing, says: “Porsche is looking to enhance its scope as a sports car manufacturer by becoming a leading brand for premium mo
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.
Design Week
OCTOBER 28, 2019
A copy of Yorkshire-based fish and chips restaurant Scotts has been transplanted to China and set up as a working retail space, as part of a project led by Chinese businessman Jimmy Yu. Scotts achieved fame in China after the country’s president, Xi Jinping, visited in 2015 as part of his state visit to the UK. Now a tourist attraction for visitors from China in the UK, Yu saw the opportunity to bring the experience closer to home for Chinese tourists.
Design Week
OCTOBER 25, 2019
Nature magazine has been redesigned with digital audiences in mind. The updated visual system will be launched across its international print magazine, desktop website and mobile page. The British scientific journal is celebrating its 150th birthday in November. In its history, it has published many scientific breakthroughs: the structure of DNA, plate tectonics, and the discovery of the first exoplanets.
Design Week
OCTOBER 30, 2019
The Drowned Bottle Openers, by SuperHeroes and V2C Dutch Dry Gin. A product design project from Amsterdam combines two of the city’s icons in an unexpected way. People know of the Dutch capital’s bikes (it has 800km of bike lanes) and its central canal, but what do you do once the former ends up in the latter? Amsterdam-based creative consultancy SuperHeroes worked with Dutch gin company, V2C to put the canal-bound bikes — which total almost 15,000 per year — to good use.
Design Week
OCTOBER 31, 2019
Zipline, a drone delivery service bringing blood and medicine by air to areas which can’t be reached by road, is a social design endeavour that has not just changed, but saved thousands of lives. At its heart, the creation of Zipline is a story of government and private enterprise working seamlessly, a strong concept and a solution to a very real problem based on an obsessive design and test programme.
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
OCTOBER 29, 2019
YO! has been overhauled by consultancy Zag, in an attempt to “reposition the brand within an increasingly competitive market” The brand update includes the assets such as menu design, packaging and restaurant interiors, as well as a range of new dining experiences. Aran Potkin, Zag’s managing partner, says that despite YO! being an “iconic” brand, it had “lost its sense of food and flavour, as well as the distinctive assets to be uniquely identifiable.”
Design Week
OCTOBER 30, 2019
“For me, this illustrates the importance of brand consistency. Inclusivity is not a quick fix; it requires consistency and continuous alignment of packaging design, product and marketing. Brands that dare to take a stand and bring bold stories to life will have a better chance of building strong relationships with a diverse group of costumers, and as a result, lead the way to sustainable growth.
Design Week
OCTOBER 28, 2019
“All humans are different, so being conscientious of visitors’ needs helps us to pre-empt our designs,” Pentagram’s Marina Willer says of exhibition design. “Being aware of what can restrict people helps inform design decisions along the way.” This year, Willer designed the Design Museum’s most popular exhibition to date, a retrospective of film director Stanley Kubrick, covering his career from Full Metal Jacket to A Clockwork Orange.
Design Week
OCTOBER 14, 2019
The joint history of graphic design and protest is an extensive and varied one. From the Suffragettes’ “Votes for Women” signs of the early 1900s, to the striking Memphis sanitation workers’ “I AM A MAN” posters of 1968, all the way up to today’s open-source climate change graphics databases , graphic design has long been part of political spaces.
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.
Design Week
OCTOBER 16, 2019
NASA has unveiled two new spacesuit prototypes intended to be worn by the first woman and next man on the moon during the 2024 Artemis lunar mission. During an event held at NASA’s headquarters, administrator Jim Bridenstine introduced the new garments. The first was an exploration extravehicular mobility unit, designed for use on the lunar surface.
Design Week
OCTOBER 31, 2019
Beyond ground breaking research and scientific endeavours, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration – otherwise known as NASA – boasts a rich history of graphic design. From James Modarelli’s 1959 logo, which became the affectionately named “meatball”, to the modernist NASA “worm” of the 1970s and 1980s by Richard Danne and Bruce Blackburn, and all manner of mission patches and marks through the years, creatives at NASA have been branding the or
Design Week
OCTOBER 25, 2019
“Doctors are universally frustrated by the state of their art,” says Sam Glassenberg, founder and CEO of Level Ex. Coming from a long family line of doctors, he knows well the frustration many doctors feel due to a lack of time and training resources available to them. “Games are great tools for learning” Glassenberg had chosen not to follow in the family vocation, instead becoming a games developer and working for the likes of LucasArts and Microsoft.
Design Week
OCTOBER 23, 2019
When most of us consider video game visuals, we might think of graphics — how realistically an alien world, race track or war zone can be replicated. We might not immediately think of fonts. But a new book aims to draw attention to the importance of typography’s role in immersing players in games. Arcade Game Typography focuses on arcade games from the 1970s through to the 1990s, as Tetris and Space Invaders exploded in popularity — a time when fonts were crucial in communicati
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