Design Boom
NOVEMBER 15, 2021
the design integrates elements like scattered light strips, curved walls, and a large staircase to narrate a story of exploring the unknown. The post aerospace materials + reflective surfaces complete HAYDON retail space in hangzhou, china appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Inside Retail
NOVEMBER 14, 2021
The Australian Fashion Council will lead the nation’s first National Product Stewardship Scheme for clothing textiles, aimed at improving the design, recovery, reuse and recycling of textiles. Launching in November 2021 and ending in March 2023, the scheme will provide a roadmap to hit ‘clothing circularity’ in Australia by 2030, in line with the National Waste Policy Action Plan targets, and is powered by a $1 million grant from the Federal Government.
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Retail Focus
NOVEMBER 16, 2021
In the fluctuating world of retail and the exponential rise of e-commerce, accelerated by lockdown restrictions during the pandemic, the future of bricks and mortar retail spaces has come into question. However, the sentiment in the sector is that physical stores are far from dead. . In fact, while many retailers quickly expanded their online sales capacity in the wake of Covid-19, physical stores remained an essential element in many businesses as a click-and-collect facility.
Design Week
NOVEMBER 16, 2021
Everywhere from train carriages to tissue boxes, brands are talking about mental health. But how can consumer brands find the right words to touch on this sensitive topic? One thing’s for sure, it’s not a quick fix. Over the last 18 months, mental health has been firmly on the agenda. The language of empathy, self care, and openness has entered the public dialogue and – rightly so – it’s only getting louder.
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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.
Talking Retail
NOVEMBER 17, 2021
Mondel?z International is to launch a cinnamon crunch flavoured Cadbury Dairy Milk Hot Cross Bun Bar for the run-up to Easter 2022. The new 110g bar will be available in cases of 18 at an RRP of £1.40. A Mondel?z spokesperson said: “Tablets are the heartland for the Cadbury brand, so this addition to the. This story continues at Cadbury Dairy Milk Hot Cross Bun Bar to launch for Easter 2022.
Inside Retail
NOVEMBER 15, 2021
Payment flexibility has been commonplace in B2C transactions for many years, and now, emerging payment technology is making this possible for B2B trade. Whether you’re looking to get paid faster, address current debtors or provide a better customer experience, implementing an integrated payment solution that delivers more ways for customers to pay their invoices, is a great solution for any business.
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Design Week
NOVEMBER 17, 2021
In his 1991 book Typography Now, Rick Poynor noted, “In the age of the desktop computer… type has acquired an ease of manipulation and, potentially, a lack of conceptual boundaries unimaginable only a few years ago. “Traditionalists argue that the accessibility of the technology will accelerate the decline in typographic standards… evangelists enthuse about a soon to be realised digital paradise,” Poynor wrote.
Talking Retail
NOVEMBER 15, 2021
Confectionery brand Ritter Sport has brought back its Winter Editions range for Christmas 2021. The range includes Caramelised Almonds, Spiced Biscuit and Coconut Macaroons, available in 100g bars from Bestway and Dhamecha, retailing at £1. Each bar also features a new matte film packaging. Katy Clark, head of marketing at Ritter Sport, said: “Despite footfall.
Inside Retail
NOVEMBER 18, 2021
Dyson has unveiled its first virtual reality store, allowing New Zealanders to experience and test its products from the comfort of their own home – assuming they own an Oculus VR headset. As of 19 November, New Zealanders with access to the Oculus store can download the Dyson Demo VR, which will put customers in a virtual space allowing potential customers to see and pick up products, as well as trial them out, see product demonstrations, watch interviews with Dyson engineers, and see how produ
Retail Focus
NOVEMBER 16, 2021
Keeping your employees motivated, engaged and enthusiastic is high on every business owner’s list. But is coffee really so wonderful that it can keep your workplace morale healthy, as well as your energy levels in check? Read on, to find out why every office needs a plentiful supply of good coffee… 1. It boosts workplace relationships. Having a coffee with colleagues is a great way of advancing those work relationships, without the fuss and commotion of a teambuilding event.
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
Design Week
NOVEMBER 19, 2021
There’s an odd tension at the heart of the sustainable market. According to one survey , while 65% of consumers say they want to buy sustainably-driven brands, only 26% actually do. This can partly be explained by the origins of sustainable product branding, according to Among Equals founder and strategy director Oliver Burch. The sector has been consistently communicated as “less than or not as good as” more traditional products, while people are used to the idea that it is &#
Dezeen
NOVEMBER 19, 2021
A harmonious mix of concrete, oakwood and aluminium features in this Copenhagen shoe store , which has been designed by Danish studio Norm Architects. When it came to devising a fit-out for the Notabene store in Copenhagen's Old Town, Norm Architects worked on fostering "contrast and beauty" between the site's existing industrial features and the warm, tactile material palette that the studio felt was representative of the footwear brand.
Inside Retail
NOVEMBER 16, 2021
Department-store chain M&S has joined hands with the UK rental platform Hirestreet to venture into the rental sector ahead of the year-end season. . The launch of M&S clothing rentals follows its recent investment in the Zoe Group, the operator of Hirestreet, through its Founders Factory Joint Venture accelerator program. The first rental edit consists of more than 40 womenswear pieces from its Autograph own-label range and dresses from the M&S x Ghost Collaboration.
Retail Focus
NOVEMBER 16, 2021
As UK retailers gear up to enter what is traditionally their busiest period, they face a very different Christmas this year in an uncertain, post-pandemic climate. . Here, Toma Pagojute, Chief HR Officer at workforce management solutions provider Quinyx, outlines why retail bosses need to adopt a people-first approach in order to succeed this season, and how they can help retain their staff during ‘The Big Quit’.
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
NOVEMBER 15, 2021
People. Design studio NinetyOne (based in the UK and France) has promoted Sophie Azaïs to creative director. She will run the consultancy alongside Sam Hextall; the studio’s previous work includes branding for Portuguese restaurant Bar Douro and women’s lifestyle brand Women in Mind. Manchester-based digital design consultancy Anything has hired Leanda Falcon , as it seeks to expand its client base.
Talking Retail
NOVEMBER 18, 2021
The NFRN has added its voice to criticism of the Scottish government for delaying the start of the country’s deposit return scheme (DRS) for drinks containers. Following last week’s decision to put back the scheme, the NFRN’s national president, Narinder Randhawa, said: “The Scottish government has bottled a decision on DRS. “[Circular economy minister] Lorna.
Inside Retail
NOVEMBER 15, 2021
They say a company’s most loyal customers are also its most profitable. And in a market that has been significantly affected by the pandemic, building a strong and loyal customer base has never been more important, especially as times continue to remain uncertain. CIMET, a white-label platform that compares services and prices from multiple retailers, is dedicated to helping brands diversify by creating user experiences that significantly improve customer retention.
Retail Focus
NOVEMBER 15, 2021
Bright Data , the global industry leader in making public web data accessible to all, has today released new research that reveals consumer sentiments around the 2021 holiday shopping season, including Black Friday and Cyber Monday. The research, carried out by Vanson Bourne , surveyed 4,000 consumers across the US and UK. It uncovered that shoppers in both regions have low confidence in retailers’ ability to deliver gifts in time for the holidays, with 5 1% of UK respondents and 66% of US respo
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
NOVEMBER 18, 2021
“If there was ever proof of the benefit of taking off your slippers, putting on real shoes and meeting with people, that was it,” says Design Council CEO Minnie Moll, on the subject of last week’s Design for Planet festival. The two-day event, based at V&A Dundee, ran alongside COP26 and welcomed 100 designers in person and more than 5,500 online.
Talking Retail
NOVEMBER 15, 2021
Gordon’s Gin is rolling out a new bottle style made from up to 85% recycled glass, in a move designed to make the packaging wildly recyclable by 2030. The updated design also features a Royal Warrant, granted to Tanqueray Gordon & Co as suppliers to the Royal Household. With four in 10 gins purchased in. This story continues at Gordon’s highlights sustainability pledge with bottle makeover.
Inside Retail
NOVEMBER 16, 2021
Plus-size fashion firm City Chic Collective saw earnings drop by $1 million a month due to store closures across its network, having lost 37 per cent of its trading days since its full-year results in August. However, with all its stores now open and trading into the busiest time of the year, chief executive Phil Ryan is confident the business’ brands will perform well over the holidays.
Dezeen
NOVEMBER 17, 2021
Plaster, travertine and pearly onyx are some of the materials that design studio Akin Atelier has used to form the tactile interiors of this womenswear store in Melbourne , Australia. Camilla and Marc takes over the ground floor of a 19th-century terrace in Armadale, an affluent suburb of Melbourne that's home to a number of luxurious fashion boutiques.
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Design Week
NOVEMBER 19, 2021
Studio Blackburn has unveiled new branding for Sunderland, which aims to give the city a voice on “a local, national and international” scale. Located in the North East of England, Sunderland is a port city with a history that was partly shaped by coal mining and ship building. In more recent years, the local council has set its sights on becoming a “smart city” and in 2020 it was crowned Smart City of the Year.
Talking Retail
NOVEMBER 16, 2021
Argentinian wine brand Trivento is launching an advertising campaign for its Private Reserve Malbec. The campaign consists of a 20-second advert running until 24 December across catch-up programmes such as Gogglebox, Mare of Easttown and Bancroft. The advert is aimed at 42% of “food and wine enthusiasts” consumers. This story continues at Trivento champions premium with TV advert.
Inside Retail
NOVEMBER 15, 2021
The world’s largest Ikea store, Ikea Pasay City in Manila, is set to open its doors to the public this month after being delayed due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Ikea Pasay City also marks the chain’s first location in the Philippines. The 67,760sqm store, scheduled to open on November 25, is located next to the Mall of Asia and spans five stories. While two floors are dedicated to retail activities, the remaining floors are for stocks and e-commerce operations.
All Work
NOVEMBER 15, 2021
The Workspace Design Show in London is the UK’s only exhibition to focus solely on workspace design. Allwork.Space attended a discussion on how to design better coworking spaces featuring design experts from The Office Group, Oktra, and Co-Space. Here are the highlights of the discussion, including why emulation is better than reinventing the wheel and how amenity-rich spaces add value.
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.
Design Week
NOVEMBER 15, 2021
Dn&co has unveiled the branding for Oxfordshire-based science and innovation campus Harwell, as it looks to become the “innovation capital of the world” First opened 75 years ago, Harwell is home to more than £3 billion worth of national research facilities – covering areas like space, quantum computing and life sciences. An ambitious masterplan is now being rolled out to transform and expand the campus’ current offering. “Exponential growth” Dn&c
Talking Retail
NOVEMBER 16, 2021
Accolade Wines has launched an online point-of-sale platform specifically designed to help independent retailers “capitalise on impulse wine purchases”. Accolade Advantage will offer free POS to retailers, initially highlighting best-selling lines across Hardys VR, Jam Shed and Echo Falls, shipped directly to the chosen store within 30 days of ordering.
Inside Retail
NOVEMBER 14, 2021
There’s no metaverse yet, but when it comes, you can expect Nike to be there waiting. The most valuable apparel brand in the world has its sights set on being prepared for shoppers in online virtual environments. On 27 October, Nike filed new trademark applications with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office under its Nike logo, the Just Do It tagline, the Swoosh, and the Air Jordan and Jumpman logos.
Design Wanted
NOVEMBER 19, 2021
Unveiled during Dutch Design Week 2021, A Line of Water by Margherita Issori is a sculptural gesture and call to climate action. Italian designer Margherita Issori has imagined a series of wooden installations in Venice, enabling its inhabitants to be fully immersed in the city’s lagoon landscape. Called The Line of Water , the proposal includes benches, platforms and pier-like extensions that would be partially immersed during high tide and fully accessible during low tide.
Speaker: David Azoulay, Marc Stracuzza, Román Tejada, and Guest Speaker Sucharita Kodali
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