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FEBRUARY 20, 2023

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Leah Weckert has been appointed as Coles’ new MD and CEO, effective May 1. Outgoing CEO Steven Cain has announced his retirement and will remain with the company for an interim period to facilitate an easy transition of executive responsibilities. “I would like to thank the Coles board, team and our many partners for their support, insights and resilience – particularly during Covid, bushfires and floods.

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Retail Focus

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

KGK Genix have launched a new ‘Student Retail Design & Careers Competition’ to help equip students with the skills and experience they need to kick-start their career and to drive interest in the retail design, visual merchandising, and print industry. KGK Genix has teamed up with the Art & Design department at Hertford Regional College offering students the opportunity to experience working on a live campaign brief, creating window display concepts and display activations for some of th

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Retail Times

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Waitrose has welcomed an extra early asparagus season which is due to arrive in shops from 21st February, nine weeks earlier than normal. Traditionally, the British asparagus season is from St George’s Day (23rd April), so Waitrose customers will be able to enjoy British Asparagus for even longer this year.

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Design Wanted

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Embedding solar technology into our everyday lives, there’s been a rise in solar-powered design projects – from coffee-making tools to headphones and the first production-ready solar […] The post Products accelerating the transition to a solar-powered future appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Last December, Levi’s unveiled its largest store in Southeast Asia with the opening of its flagship store in Singapore’s Ion Orchard shopping complex. Nuholt Huisamen, Levi’s managing director and senior vice president for APAC, said the store was a major milestone for the global denim label, which marks the 150th anniversary of its iconic 501 fit jeans and 170th anniversary of its brand this year.

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Retail Times

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Over one in five (22%) retail businesses in the UK aren’t confident of trading through to the end of 2023, according to new research published by FRP.

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Design Wanted

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Samsung posed questions on how Form Us With Love imagine a sofa to look and perform 10-15 years from now, and the needs it may have […] The post A take on future (TV) watching behaviors and their accommodating home interior appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

The Good Guys has reached out to 1.85 million members of its Concierge loyalty program advising them of a data breach via a former third-party partner, Pegasus Group, now known as My Rewards. An unauthorised user gained access to the My Rewards database back in August 2021, accessing information about Concierge members such as the encrypted password and in some cases their date of birth.

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Dezeen

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Architecture practice Snøhetta stuck to natural materials for the fit-out of the Holzweiler boutique in Copenhagen , incorporating subtle references to the fashion brand's Norwegian heritage. Snøhetta is a long-term collaborator of Holzweiler 's, having designed the company's flagship store and showroom in Oslo , as well as a number of its pop-up shops, runway sets and its digital identity.

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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

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Retail Times

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Family-run and innovative premium organic wine producer Corvezzo has appointed the UK wine distributor, Beyond Wines to position it as the number one organic Italian wine supplier in the UK. Investing in a sustainable supply Backed by 50 years’ experience and led by the founder’s grandson Giovanni Corvezzo, its progressive management team is committed to preserving the environment.

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Design Week

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

A landmark project sees the first permanent gallery in the UK dedicated to the experiences and histories of South Asian diaspora communities as part of Manchester Museum’s reopening after a £15 million transformation. Alongside a new exhibition hall and galleries on Chinese culture and ideas of “Belonging” in a new two-storey extension by architects Purcell, the development was funded by Arts.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Discount retailer The Reject Shop says consumers are gravitating towards low-priced consumables due to inflation. During the company’s trading first half, sales grew 3.5 per cent to $439.7 million while comparable store sales were up 2.4 per cent compared to the previous period. Tax-paid profit grew 6.2 per cent to $16.3 million while EBIT reached $26.8 million, up 7.8 per cent.

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Design Wanted

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

With these external changes in emerging technologies and socioeconomic shifts, finding adaptable and scalable solutions has become increasingly important. And how we find suitable solutions in […] The post A self-reflection on research ethics and design process appeared first on DesignWanted.

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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.

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Retail Times

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Bushmills Irish Whiskey has today revealed the tenth and final release from its current Causeway Collection – a rare 33 Year Old Port Cask – is to be sold exclusively in World Duty-Free’s stores at Heathrow Airport.

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Retail Design Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

The original store West Hollywood store at North Fairfax Avenue pulled similar large crowds to its doorstep, but the premises.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Australian gelato chain Gelatissimo has opened five new stores – including in Thailand and Singapore – taking its international store network to 70. One store has opened in Sunny Laguna in Phuket, Thailand, another in Hawaii’s Royal Hawaiian Center at Waikiki and a third at Jewel Changi Airport in Singapore. In Australia, the company opened stores in Rhodes, NSW, and Highpoint, Victoria.

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Design Wanted

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

By integrating soft robotics into textiles, MotorSkins bridges the gap between science and design with a novel metamaterial based on fluidic circuits and material arrangements. Without […] The post MotorSkins: the metamaterial that is changing people’s lives through assisted movement appeared first on DesignWanted.

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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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Retail Times

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

This week will see Tesco replace the plastic tubs its laundry detergent pods are sold in with new recyclable cardboard packaging. The move into card will save 252 tonnes of plastic annually, and over four million pieces of plastic across eight lines.

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Retail Design Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Halel Architecture and Interior Design designed a hi-tech company’s offices with warm and inviting colors in Tel Aviv, Israel. The.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Following its store launch in Sydney earlier this year, Hong Kong-based tech accessories brand Casetify is planning to expand across Australia, as part of a larger goal of reaching 100 stores globally by 2025. Casetify Studio, which is currently located in Sydney Arcade alongside Pitt Street Mall, sells a range of products, including customisable phone cases, AirPod cases, phone straps, water bottles and lifestyle accessories.

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Design Wanted

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

In June 2022, Vestre opened The Plus Colour and Wood Factory in Magnor, Norway. The factory, which has been designed by the leading architect firm Bjarke Ingels Group, is by far the most […] The post Vestre: winner of both the Sustainability Award of the Year and Architecture of the Year 2023 appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Shopperations

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

With shopping behavior expanding online through eCommerce buying and digital influence on in-store purchasing, brand building requires new rules to play and win.

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Retail Design Blog

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

First opened in 1976, at a time when the jazz scene in South Korea was practically non-existent, the All That.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

The appeal of interactive experiences has cemented itself into the world of retail. Sephora Beauty uses live streams to promote new products. Ikea recently debut a line of chairs and desks designed specifically for gamers. Starbucks loyalty customers play beat-the-clock classics like hopscotch and bingo that bring them back on the app all day long. Approximately 17 million Australians identify themselves as gamers.

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Design Week

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

We welcome a curriculum that will give young people valuable green design skills that they can carry into their future careers. The next generation of designers need to feel equipped and inspired to design for planet if the UK is to meet net zero and beyond to a more regenerative world. We need teaching and curriculum that is not just design thinking but design practice; new materials.

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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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Mindful Design

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Every year, we delight in following the evolution of desserts, and the creativity of those who come up with new ways of satisfying their customers’ sweet tooth. So here we are again, one year later, scanning the dessert market with great interest (and ravenous appetite)! Old and new dessert trends come together into a glorious […] The post Old and New Dessert Trends to Enjoy This Year appeared first on Mindful Design Consulting.

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Retail Design Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

The open kitchen and material-forward approach used by Linehouse at the Coast by Gaga restaurant in Shanghai makes the fine.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

A major municipal rejuvenation project is presenting enticing opportunities for retailers at the heart of Queensland’s historic city of Ipswich. The renovations are focused on a major upgrade to the centuries-old character of Ipswich’s original downtown area at Nicholas Street, culminating at Tulmur Place – the city’s civic square with more than 4000sqm of public space.

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Trade Show Booth Companies - Trade Group

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Gardening is supposed to be a huge stress reliever. However, if you are a marketing director in the landscaping industry tasked with managing your company’s trade show program, you probably know all about stress. To take some of the pressure off, we compiled a list of the top 10 gardening trade shows in North America. According to Statista , the lawn and garden segment brought in a combined $129 billion in the U.S. alone.

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Speaker: Becky Parisotto and John Vurdelja

Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever

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