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MAPCO, Sevierville, Tenn. Design: Chute Gerdeman, Columbus, Ohio. Photography: Seth Parker, Nashville. MAPCO’s new 4500-sq.-ft. C-store near Pidgeon Forge was developed to shake things up, rethink the traditional, and create a fresh experience to meet customer needs. Working with Chute Gerdeman, the new MAPCO design strives to become ‘Convenience You Can Trust,’ and is mapped out to solve guest’s daily convenience needs.
Cork is often described as a chameleon-like material and it’s surprisingly versatile in furniture design. Whether you wish for it to take center stage or prefer […]. The post 4 minimalistic cork furniture to soften your space appeared first on DesignWanted.
Before joining New Zealand healthcare brand Comvita , Andy Chen worked in HR and project management at Walmart for 10 years. We recently sat down with him to learn about his career highlights, best leadership tips and how he approaches the work-life balance conundrum in this day and age. Inside Retail : Tell me about your career journey. How did you get into the industry, what are some of the different roles you’ve held along the way?
Healthy supermarket retailer Planet Organic plans to launch its new south-west London store in Teddington at the end of February 2023. The re-fit and construction works will be commencing in December. Planet Organic is the UK’s largest fully certified organic supermarket, and the largest chain of Soil Association accredited stores. The brand is well known for its high quality, organic and planet-friendly ingredients.
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.
a vibrant, futuristic infusion of light and color creates an illusion of an undiscovered planet for an immersive retail experience. The post x+living crafts an immersive journey through space and time in POP MART’s shanghai store appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Plaintiff’s firms continue to file variations of state law wiretapping lawsuits over “session replay” software and “live chat” or “chatbot” applications in various jurisdictions. These filings typically allege that companies use such software tools to record users’ interactions with a website without first obtaining users’ consent, thereby violating the wiretapping, eavesdropping, or interception provisions of various state laws.
Camilla Freeman-Topper and Marc Freeman have been named Designers of the Year for their Camilla and Marc label in this year’s IMG Australian Fashion Laureate awards event in Sydney. The awards are considered to be Australian fashion’s “highest accolades” with finalists chosen by a panel of industry leaders including Australian Fashion Laureate alumni, creatives, top fashion journalists and retail executives.
Camilla Freeman-Topper and Marc Freeman have been named Designers of the Year for their Camilla and Marc label in this year’s IMG Australian Fashion Laureate awards event in Sydney. The awards are considered to be Australian fashion’s “highest accolades” with finalists chosen by a panel of industry leaders including Australian Fashion Laureate alumni, creatives, top fashion journalists and retail executives.
Victorinox unveils its London flagship store featuring the new design concept. As the Swiss brand celebrates the 125 th anniversary of the iconic Swiss Army Knife, it returns to London with a brand-new flagship store opening on 388 Oxford Street, featuring products across the full offering. The move to Oxford Street reflects the brand’s growing influence in the UK retail space, whilst the new store with the revamped design concept brings together the Victorinox values of quality, functionality,
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To celebrate the vibrant history of the Louis Vuitton label and the genius of its namesake founder, the purveyor of high-end leather goods, monogram handbags, and world-renowned steamer trunks, is presenting an immersive discovery of art and imagination at its “200 Trunks, 200 Visionaries” exhibition. New York completes the travel itinerary of the acclaimed exhibition, wowing and inspiring visitors from Asnières, France (at the historic Louis Vuitton family house) to Singapore, Los Angeles, and
The City of Sydney council has approved a new plan to upgrade Dixon Street Mall in the Chinatown precinct, including spending $5 million on public amenities. The reinvigoration will include restoring its framed gates, and installing new seats and lighting overlays along with improved services to support events. Lord Mayor Clover Moore said the local community breathes “new life” into the historic area and the renewal is important for the city to work with.
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
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Tobacco giant Imperial Brands has launched a new disposable vape range under the Blu banner. The range is made up of a collection of compact pocket-sized vapes with each containing 20mg of nicotine in 2ml of liquid, providing up to 600 puffs. The vapes also have an LED indicator that lights up when in use. This story continues at Imperial launches new disposable vape.
It’s that time again… time to help VMSD deck the pages of its January/February “Look Book” issue with holiday window displays from around the world! Highlighting displays from New York and London to China and Dubai, our annual holiday windows recap features a range of windows and activations. In addition to focusing on the latest and greatest retail products from fixtures to mannequins to lighting and everything in between, our “Look Book” issue will also incl
Ikea Australia will launch its new Sustainable Living Shop, an initiative to help consumers live more sustainably while potentially saving money on household expenses. The Sustainable Living Shop is a new retail store-in-store concept that will open in all 10 Ikea locations across the country by early next year. Customers can purchase products that help them minimise their carbon footprint at home by using less energy and producing less waste, potentially saving them money in the long run.
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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.
With the likes of EY and Goldman Sachs predicting the UK will be in recession until at least the middle of next year, investors, workers, and bosses have all eyes on the economy. One area being watched with baited breath is the retail sector. In 2020, retailers were hit hard by the pandemic, but those that adapted to ecommerce and home delivery fared well throughout lockdowns and into the post-Covid recovery period.
Next week sees the 10th annual staging of Small Business Saturday, a campaign designed to celebrate independent retailers. Backed by American Express, the campaign is encouraging small retailers to make the most of the spotlight as they enter the peak trading period in the run-up to Christmas. Small businesses taking part in the campaign celebrate. This story continues at Annual tribute to small businesses returns.
The global luxury goods market has kept on growing as 2022 nears its end. And the sale of such goods and experiences remains poised for further expansion for the rest of the decade, even in the face of present economic turbulence, according to the just-released 21st edition of the Bain & Company – Altagamma Luxury Study. The global luxury goods industry overall is projected to achieve a market value of nearly $1.45 trillion in sales revenue this year, up a whopping 21 percent from 2021, acc
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At the heart of good design is the search for making the world a better place and as humans, we value products and projects that can […]. The post Our 5 favorite innovative walking canes and devices for the elderly appeared first on DesignWanted.
Our Place, which describes itself as a mission-driven kitchenware brand, has opened its first-ever retail store in the brand’s hometown of Los Angeles. The specialty retailer also said it plans to open a second locale in the city by year-end but did not disclose specifics on its timing or location. The brand’s store first store is in the oceanfront neighborhood of Venice Beach.
Melbourne-based Puzzle Coffee has moved abroad, making its Singapore debut. . Puzzle Coffee is set to open its first cafe in the bustling Ion Orchard Shopping Centre, marking its international debut after opening three stores at home. The brand also plans to add a new store in Melbourne’s Chadstone Shopping Centre. . The cafe design features wooden aesthetic elements.
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A major German retailer has pulled out of sponsoring Germany in the World Cup, sparking a debate about whether firms associated with the event could harm their reputations. Rewe, which has 3,300 stores in Germany, has pulled out of its partnership with the German football association over what it called FIFA’s “scandalous attitude” in the. This story continues at German supermarket chain pulls sponsorship from World Cup over gay rights row.
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Are you looking for a trade show to exhibit your pet products or services? Or maybe you’re a pet lover who wants to learn more about the latest and greatest in the pet industry. Either way, you’re in luck! There are plenty of trade shows dedicated to all things pets. Pet trade shows are a great way to network, learn about new products, and stay up to date on trends in the industry.
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