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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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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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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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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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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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PAN- PROJECTS and haruki oku renovate tokyo building to create ‘playhouse’ retail space

Design Boom

the design team was challenged to envision a new spatial model for retail by reconsidering the function of physical stores. The post PAN- PROJECTS and haruki oku renovate tokyo building to create ‘playhouse’ retail space appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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Top Design Trends for Retail Cannabis Display

Show Best

Thanks to the rapid growth of the billion-dollar cannabis industry , a new class of well-designed, modern dispensaries are emerging to cater to the everyday cannabis consumer. . Want to keep up with the trends? Here are the top design trends that more dispensaries are embracing in their bid to continue attracting customers to their shops. Industrial Modern Trend .

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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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4 Alternatives To Standard Postal Services

RetailMinded

In the past, if one needed to send almost anything, the most natural place to approach was the post office. Standard postal services offered the most reliable and efficient services. One could rest, knowing their parcels would most likely reach their intended receivers in good shape and on time—well, given the times. . Now, service delivery has had to increase its pace to keep up with the changing times and needs.

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Design Icon – Charles and Ray Eames

Design Wanted

According to Charles and Ray Eames, an architect and a painter, recognizing the consumer’s need is the primary condition for design. Looking back at the history of design, it looks like many landmark contributions at the heart of architecture and design’s most fundamental trends and methods came from creative duos : think about Florence & Hans Knoll, Anna Ferrieri & Giulio Castelli, Aline & Eero Saarinen… And Charles & Ray Eames, of course!

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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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Wine and Eggs is a colourful Los Angeles grocery with a European feel

Dezeen

Designer Adi Goodrich has created the interiors for Wine and Eggs, a neighbourhood grocery in Los Angeles ' Atwater Village, with custom-made furniture and details that nod to Parisian cafes and Italian tobacconists. Goodrich , who is one of the co-founders of LA-based creative studio Sing Sing , designed the store for owner Monica Navarro as a "monument to colour," working with a palette of saturated colours and natural materials.

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snøhetta expands moniker’s playful and colorful universe in oslo

Design Boom

snøhetta has designed a playful brand and interior concept for norwegian house of fashion brands, moniker. The post snøhetta expands moniker’s playful and colorful universe in oslo appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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The Mini-Shop of Cosmetic Contact Lenses of 36 sq.m

Home World Design

This is a small store of 36 square meters. In the limited area of the store, it is necessary to meet the functions of display, exhibition, warehousing and sales. Continue reading.

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Celebrating Interior Design Excellence: The SBID International Design Awards launches for 2021

Design Wanted

Firmly established as one of the most prestigious interior design awards in the global design calendar, the 2021 edition of the SBID International Design Awards is now open for entries from a broad range of categories. London, 18 March 2021. Set to celebrate another year of global design excellence across the interior design industry , the Society of British and International Interior Design (SBID) has officially opened its 12 th edition of the SBID International Design Awards for 2021.

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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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How to Make Your Mailer Boxes Stand Out

Bay Cities

Why be ordinary? If you’re using standard mailer boxes, your customers may be missing out on an important brand experience that will make them feel closer and more connected to your organization.

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Mindful Design Consulting Creates Visually Stimulating Office Design for Wealth Management Firm

Mindful Design

Office design: Mindful Design Consulting Lighting: Tazz Lighting We have recently completed the WestPac Wealth Partners office design for the company’s new San Diego location. This was a major project, consisting of multiple conference rooms, office and executive office, cubicle areas, theatre, break room, lobby and restrooms. While we brought all these areas together under […].

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Sustainable Fashion: Elvis & Kresse

Retail Insider

Welcome to this column within our broader sustainability section which focuses on what fashion retailing is doing to address the issues in its industry. It’s exciting times for anyone involved in this area as technology and retailers try to keep up with customers’ demand for all things ethical. From fur farms to fast fashion, excess packaging to plastic coat-hangers – this is where the real action is.

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Is Art Nouveau making a comeback? Here’s a design guide, just in case…

Design Wanted

An iconic movement that combined luxurious lines and organic forms at the turn of the 20th Century. Here’s our guide to the flourishing trend that’s flourishing again. Based on your reaction to a few posts we have shared recently, we noticed a great interest in Art Nouveau : from the 1 million people that follow us on Instagram and Facebook, over 145’000 liked the pics of a striking facade in Brussels, Belgium, built by Ernest Delune in an Art Nouveau style for a Viennese stained glass cra

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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.

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Five Tips to Rebrand Your Business

Retailing Insight

When Lindsay Sims, founder of Maison Soleil, a fashion boutique based in Washington, DC, began the process of getting her LLC set up January 2020, she realized it would be the perfect opportunity to rebrand her business name from JolieSoleil Boutique to Maison Soleil. She wanted a business name that was easier to pronounce and recognize. “Maison is used so often in the business world and so it was easier than saying JolieSoleil Boutique (a mouthful),” says Sims.

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A Closer Look at the Saskatoon Blades’ Multi-Channel Retail Initiatives

Retail Times

At Vend, we’re proud to be the POS system of choice for some of the world’s leading sports teams. A great example is the Saskatoon Blades , a major junior ice hockey team that’s currently playing in the Eastern Division of the Western Hockey League. . The team has a multi-channel retail presence, and they sell both in-store and online. They also have pop-up shops on game days.

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California Passes New COVID-19 Sick Leave Requirements for 2021

Hunton Andrews Kurth

As California continues to advance its reopening efforts, the state’s retailers are grappling with rapid changes to the law surrounding their operations and the management of their workforce during the COVID-19 pandemic. One area that has seen frequent change is the sick leave landscape in California. While the last statewide California sick leave law (applying to businesses with 500+ employees) expired on December 31, 2020, the state has now created a new sick leave entitlement that will crea

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The Competition Will Be There…

Trade Group

If you prefer to read instead of watching our short video, here is a transcript of the conversation between Mike and Mal Gilvar: “Our competition is there so we should be too. But you really don’t need to go to trade shows. Pic think we’ve only got one real competitor and certainly not doing much business. Now here’s some good news.

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Loyalty 101: How To Turn Browsers Into Buyers For Lasting Engagement

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.

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Interview with Alexandra Wenman

Retailing Insight

M eet Alexandra Wenman, a gifted angel communicator, spiritual alchemist, channel, healer, poet, and presenter. She is the former editor of Prediction Magazine , the founder of Precious Wisdom Alchemy and the creator of The Alexandra Wenman Show on YouTube. Her ability to see, feel, hear, and experience beyond our physical reality and experience other realms and dimensions of existence is extraordinary as are her unique skills to communicate with angels, ascended masters, spirit guides, a

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Drytac bolsters its adhesive science team with new promotion and appointment.

Drytac

Phil Webster promoted to Head of Industrial Sales EMEA; Stephen Ridyard appointed as Technical Manager. Drytac has further bolstered its EMEA team with the promotion of Phil Webster to the role of Head of Industrial Sales (EMEA), and the appointment of Stephen Ridyard as Technical Manager, UK. Both men are based out of Drytac’s UK offices in Bristol.

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How to Improve Customer Experience Over the Phone

Snap Retail

How long should you keep your customers waiting on the phone? If you are an astute business owner, the answer should be for as short a time as possible. The longer they stay on the phone, the more fidgety and irritable your customers will grow. Here are some tips on how to improve customer experience to avoid this unpleasant experience. Don’t Keep Them Waiting on the Phone.

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Top 10 Reclaimed and Sustainable Wood Myths, BUSTED

Elmwood Timber

What does the future of building, architecture and design look like? Experts say there is a high probability of growth in the use of reclaimed and sustainable wood. But with surging popularity comes a surge of disinformation. Reclaimed wood myths and sustainable wood myths are both out there, and we are here to debunk all the misconceptions for you.

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How Retailers Are Transforming Customer Experiences with Data & AI

Speaker: David Azoulay, Marc Stracuzza, Román Tejada, and Guest Speaker Sucharita Kodali

Imagine a retail landscape where every interaction is personalized, every decision informed, and every opportunity maximized 🤔✨ Join us for an exploratory journey into the heart of AI-driven retail innovation. We’ll unveil the transformative potential of AI and data analytics in shaping the future of omnichannel personalization and e-commerce.