Dezeen
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
Organic shapes and stone -like surfaces characterise the interior of the Haight clothing store in Rio de Janeiro , which was designed by interior and landscaping design practice AIA Estúdio. A large pillar with a rough, textured surface dominates the 110-square-metre shop interior, expanding as it ascends before merging into the ceiling to create a cave-like space.
Inside Retail
NOVEMBER 10, 2022
Chemist Warehouse announced the launch of an online marketplace last week in an effort to expand its online presence in the pharmacy, health and beauty categories. The platform, which was launched in partnership with Marketplacer, will be a closed marketplace, allowing Chemist Warehouse to pick and choose the suppliers and products it works with, ensuring every item meets its criteria.
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Retail Focus
NOVEMBER 10, 2022
Dolce&Gabbana has launched an exclusive London pop-up in the heart of the Covent Garden Piazza, as part of the estate’s wide-ranging festive shopping and dining experiences. The special Holiday Market from the luxury Italian fashion house brings colour and typical symbols of Sicilian folklore to the Piazza, with the super-Instagrammable retail pop-up now open until 15th January 2023.
Design Boom
NOVEMBER 6, 2022
the entrance reveals an open-plan enclosure and continuous floor space resembling the architecture of an imaginary world. The post this new pokémon center by I IN echoes okinawa’s ocean and landscapes appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
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Design Week
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
In a shed in Norfolk, a wild-haired man in his seventies, clogs on his feet and woollen socks, a bloodied plaster emerging from one of them, describes himself as “the world’s greatest bicycle designer” This is the scene that would have greeted visitors to the workshop of designer and engineer Mike Burrows before his death on 15 August 2022 at the age of 79 from lung cancer.
Inside Retail
NOVEMBER 11, 2022
Trans-Tasman retailer Strand formerly known as Strandbags has been fined $780,000 (AU $709,246) in the Auckland District Court after being convicted of misleading consumers over discounts. A Commerce Commission investigation found that between 2018 and 2020, the handbag retailer routinely advertised its products as if they were “significantly discounted or being sold at special prices” when they were not.
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VMS
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
Lucky Supermarkets, a grocery banner operated by Save Mart (Modesto, Calif.), has opened its first small-format store. Taking over a former Walgreens location in San Francisco’s Bayview community, the new market measures 9459 square feet. Efficiency is the goal of the store, which carries about 15 percent of Lucky’s typical SKU count and includes convertible check stands that can be manned by staff or serve as self-checkouts.
Design Week
NOVEMBER 11, 2022
As the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 approaches, the event has been overshadowed by the host nation’s human rights record and stance on LGBTQ+ rights as well as the reported high numbers of migrant worker deaths during the construction of its stadium. While a YouGov poll commissioned by Amnesty International reported that 72 per cent of participants believe sponsors should call on FIFA to compensate.
Inside Retail
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
After honing its existing portfolio throughout the pandemic, Designworks is looking to harness the substantial growth it has experienced to develop its local and international presence in the years ahead. Designworks is the wholesale arm of Brand Collective, which recently merged with Pas Group to form a $600 million business in April. Its portfolio includes a mix of about 20 licensed, vertical and owned brands, including Everlast, Mossimo, Bluey, Lonsdale, Umbro and Peter Rabbit.
Retail Focus
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Hammerson has announced that KENJI, the East-Asian-inspired homeware and stationery brand, has opened its debut location in the West Midlands at the Bullring. Located on the Bullring’s middle level, the 3,250 sq ft West Midlands flagship showcases KENJI’s full range of eclectic homeware, collectable plushies and kawaii stationery ranges, alongside the brand’s extensive selection of East-Asian snacks and confectionery. .
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VMS
NOVEMBER 10, 2022
Target Corp. (Minneapolis) has unveiled the next evolution of its new store strategy and store design. The retailer’s new, larger-format stores have about 150,000 square feet, which is roughly 20,000 square feet more than the chain’s average. The first outlet with the new look is near Houston, and features backroom fulfillment space that’s five times larger than previous stores of a similar size.
Design Week
NOVEMBER 9, 2022
Founders of the climate emergency declaration campaign Design Declares invited signatories to talk about why they signed the declaration at this year’s Design for Planet festival. Now in its second year Design for Planet is being held concurrently with the COP27 climate conference and is advocating for the design industry to take action to help mitigate the effects of the climate crisis.
Inside Retail
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
The last few days have been particularly embarrassing for billionaire Elon Musk. The self-proclaimed ‘complaint hotline operator’s purchase of social media Twitter is the biggest story in tech circles, and not because it has gone smoothly. . Rather, the drama that is unfolding around his takeover has led many users, as well as crucial advertisers, to question whether they should keep using the service.
Retail Focus
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Grosvenor unveils the design and interiors brands expanding into Newson’s Yard, a new sustainable design hub housed in a re-imagined historic timber yard, as the property owner supports the growth of the renowned Pimlico Road Design District in London’s Belgravia. Designed by Stiff + Trevillion , the innovative redevelopment of the 1840s buildings celebrates their heritage and character while providing five new retail units, two food and beverage spaces and nine homes.
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 Wanted
NOVEMBER 11, 2022
Design is more about asking the right questions than having the right answers and this is something Pierre Castignola – an Eindhoven-based designer, seems to know […]. The post 10 whimsical creations by Pierre Castignola that won’t leave you indifferent appeared first on DesignWanted.
Design Week
NOVEMBER 9, 2022
The Department for International Trade has released a tender valued at £1.44m for the design of the UK Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka. The Expo will bring together around 150 nations to explore solutions to contemporary challenges under its overarching theme Designing Future Societies for Our Lives. Its key ambitions are demonstrating breakthroughs in technology and sharing ideas on the topic.
Inside Retail
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
Trans-Tasman retailer Strandbags has changed its brand name to Strand as part of a multi-year modernisation strategy to attract new customers. The company will follow up the name change by investing in improving customers’ omnichannel experiences including modernising all systems, introducing automation and streamlining operations. Strand Group CEO Felicity McGahan said the brand’s legacy needs to “evolve” and attract a new generation of shoppers.
Retail Focus
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
Fenwick revealed its much-anticipated Newcastle Christmas window theme Clarice Bean: Think Like an Elf, which magically depicts the much-loved character Clarice Bean trying ‘exceptionordinarily’ hard to save her family’s Christmas and stop the Christmas spirit completely floating away. . This year’s theme was created in partnership with award-winning children’s author and illustrator Lauren Child CBE.
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Design Wanted
NOVEMBER 9, 2022
As a unique brand that implements a cultural role in every aspect, Delo’s holistic design approach creates high quality and sustainable objects and to form a […]. The post “Don’t do anything just for aesthetics” – Delo’s approach to design appeared first on DesignWanted.
Design Week
NOVEMBER 10, 2022
The Royal College of Art’s (RCA’s) Design Age Institute and membership group University of the Third Age (u3a) have launched an official UK Government and Parliament petition recommending implementation of an inclusive design standard for packaging. The aim of the petition is to spark a debate in parliament on the issue of poorly designed packaging.
Inside Retail
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
Australian pharmacy chain Chemist Warehouse has launched a new marketplace providing customers access to a broader range of products. Since physical stores and distribution centres are subject to limited capacity, the new marketplace provides both customers and suppliers with “unlimited digital shelf space,” says Nick Blatt, the head of e-commerce and digital customer experience at the retailer.
Retail Focus
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
RIXO opened its third store located at 44 Carnaby Street, in the heart of Londo n ’ s busiest shopping area. The 995 square ft store opens this November. The RIXO Carnaby store is the ?rst to be curated with a design studio. The ?t out of the store will be vintage inspi r ed , keeping true to RI X O ’ s brand DNA. The store will hold all current collections and products perfect for gifting moving into the Christmas period.
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Talking Retail
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
Having recently announced a fifth addition to the Mega Loaf range with the Sticky Toffee Mega Loaf, Yorkshire Baking Company is expanding its range once again with a six addition – Lemon Crunch Mega Loaf. The new product development comes in response to the growing demand for the Mega Loaf range and will sit alongside. This story continues at Yorkshire Baking Company introduces Lemon Crunch Mega Loaf.
Design Week
NOVEMBER 9, 2022
The Department for International Trade has released a tender valued at £1.4 million for the design of the UK Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka. The Expo will bring together around 150 nations to explore solutions to contemporary challenges under its overarching theme Designing Future Societies for Our Lives. Its key ambitions are demonstrating breakthroughs in technology and sharing ideas on the topic.
Inside Retail
NOVEMBER 9, 2022
The iconic Australian fashion and travel bag company has changed its name from Strandbags to Strand as part of a modernisation strategy that will affect every element of the business. It follows 20 per cent growth for the brand compared to pre Covid-19 levels, with an eagerness to fly, as well successful initiatives, generating foot traffic and sales.
Retail Focus
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
Modern spectacle maker Cubitts has today unveiled two new stores in the heart of Edinburgh, its first sites outside of England. The stores, Cubitts Old Town and Cubitts New Town will bring the brand’s considered offering of spectacle making, eye examinations, repairs and services to the city’s residents and visitors. Taking the total number of UK stores to 15, Cubitts Old Town is situated on one of the most historic and photographed streets in Britain (West Bow), while Cubitts New Town sits oppo
Speaker: Shaunna Bruton, Danielle Wyllie, and Kailey Holmes
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Design Wanted
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
For interior designers, there’s always been a love/hate relationship with TVs. Modern homes aren’t imaginable without these devices, but successfully incorporating them in an interior can […]. The post 10 modern TV concepts that look great in contemporary design appeared first on DesignWanted.
Design Week
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Collins has designed a new identity for the Institute of Design (ID) in Chicago, featuring a constantly shifting logo which aims to “embrace the process of moving from chaos to clarity” The change comes ahead of the school’s 85th anniversary and seeks to address its acceleration and represent the ID community more appropriately. According to Collins creative director Joseph Han.
Inside Retail
NOVEMBER 11, 2022
Coach handbag maker Tapestry and Ralph Lauren Corp on Thursday warned of a slowing North American demand for high-end fashion, cementing concerns that inflation was finally catching up to US luxury companies ahead of the holiday season. Although US luxury sales have held up well this year, with companies able to pass on higher prices more easily than cheaper brands, recent data has shown Americans are now starting to cut back spending on designer handbags and clothing.
Retail Focus
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
Zumtobel is delighted to announce that its SCENO luminaire has been awarded “Lighting Product of the Year in the 30th anniversary Electrical Industry Awards. The Electrical Industry Awards is a celebration of the best the Electrical Industry professionals have to offer, rewarding a whole host of proactive approaches to individual achievement, technical innovation, and supply-chain collaboration.
Speaker: David Azoulay, Marc Stracuzza, Román Tejada, and Guest Speaker Sucharita Kodali
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