Design Boom
APRIL 25, 2022
the project marks an urban, car-free furniture store with a hostel in the upper floors and a public roof terrace. The post IKEA completes store in vienna, defined by green facade of massive ‘shelving’ appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Inside Retail
APRIL 26, 2022
Australian property development company Stockland has created a first-of-a-kind sensory map of its shopping centres to assist customers with autism, and their families. The sensory maps created in partnership with Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) will give people on the spectrum an opportunity to better navigate new environments. Aspect’s Autism Friendly team carried out assessments at Stockland’s retail town centres at Green Hills, Merrylands, Point Cook, Shellharbour, Wetherill Park and Wend
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Retail Focus
APRIL 25, 2022
Today, 96-year-old Danish audio brand Bang & Olufsen has announced the re-opening of its store in Ealing on Bond Street – a bustling high street destination. Having closed its doors in late March to undergo a comprehensive refurbishment, Bang & Olufsen is delighted to announce that the store is now ready to re-open to welcome new and loyal customers alike.
Design Week
APRIL 29, 2022
Since the beginnings of civilisation, humans have covered their faces. Across cultures, masks and goggles, hats and habits, veils and cowls all have varied roles to play, both functional and ritual: disguise; protection; decoration; comfort; and concealment. They can be both practical garments and symbols of devotion – sometimes both simultaneously.
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Retail Times
APRIL 26, 2022
Nespresso has today announced its certification as a B Corp. The brand joins a movement of more than 700 purpose-led UK and ROI businesses and 4,900 around the world, verified by B Lab to meet high standards of social and environmental responsibility, accountability, and transparency – including Patagonia and The Body Shop.
Inside Retail
APRIL 25, 2022
Meta Platforms is set to open its first physical store where shoppers can try out and buy virtual reality headsets and other gadgets as the company plots a course to take its highly touted metaverse mainstream. The 1550sqft Meta Store at the company’s Burlingame campus in California opens on May 9, and will feature demos for its Quest 2 VR headset and video calling device Portal as well as Ray-Ban’s augmented reality (AR) glasses, Meta said on Monday.
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Design Week
APRIL 25, 2022
Only 9% of clients believe that design studios influence their companies at the very highest level, according to a new report on agency-client relationships. Among other findings is the increased importance of an agency’s diversity and the attraction of more traditional features (such as a physical office). The What Clients Think report is based on 600 interviews with clients from sectors.
Dezeen
APRIL 27, 2022
Social media brand Meta , formerly the Facebook Company, is opening its first permanent Meta Store for customers to purchase its virtual reality products as a "gateway to the metaverse". The 1,550-square-foot shop will open on 9 May in Burlingame, California, near the company's Reality Labs campus – a research and development hub for virtual reality products.
Inside Retail
APRIL 28, 2022
It’s like a scene out of The Walking Dead. The table tennis net is sagging and there’s not an annoying ping-ping-ping noise to be heard. The taco truck just stopped turning up one day. The beer fridge is actually full for once. I can’t tell you how much this upsets the social committee members, who spent months coming up with the new employee perks.
Retail Focus
APRIL 25, 2022
After 1095 days, the world of retail finally reunites at London’s Olympia tomorrow for the Retail Technology Show (26-27 April). With one day to go until the new flagship event for retail that brings together Europe’s most forward-thinking retailers and leading tech innovators opens its doors, the final transformative tech and show features that champion innovation as part of the expo, have now been announced.
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
APRIL 27, 2022
A methane-capturing collar for cows and chemical-free outdoor performance textile are among the four winners of the inaugural Terra Carta Design Lab. The design lab is a collaboration between the Royal College of Art (RCA), Jony Ive and Prince Charles’ Sustainable Markets Initiative (SMI), which aims to find low-cost, high-impact solutions to tackle environmental problems.
Trade Show Booth Companies - Trade Group
APRIL 29, 2022
The world’s leader in vehicle life-cycle management updated their branding, which ultimately led to an entirely new and unique exhibit experience. MARCH 10 th , 2022, Las Vegas—The National Auto Dealers Association (NADA) kicks off their annual show with much anticipation and excitement at the brand new Allegiant Stadium adjacent to the Las Vegas Strip.
Inside Retail
APRIL 26, 2022
Society is facing some significant social challenges. Each day we face alarming headlines like the global Covid-19 pandemic, climate change threatening the very future of humanity, and the looming peril of another world war. . In responding to these challenges, brands are starting to wake up to the fact that it is no longer sufficient to talk about financial performance alone or offer a product without greater substance.
Retail Focus
APRIL 29, 2022
Retail stores need good customer service requiring them to follow a lot of protocols. Air quality is something that is often overlooked. Here’s why it matters. With the ongoing pandemic, regulations have been constantly evolving to maintain a safe and hygienic environment. However, there is not much that can be done against an invincible airborne enemy, especially when there is no proper sanitation.
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.
Dezeen
APRIL 28, 2022
Fashion brand Balenciaga has transformed its Mount Street store in London , creating a maximalist look to launch its Le Cagole collection by blanketing the interior in bright pink faux fur. To celebrate its popular Le Cagole bag, which references Balenciaga's maximalist It Bags of the past, and launch the line's collection of accessories and shoes, the entire interior of the store has been covered in fur.
Trade Show Booth Companies - Trade Group
APRIL 29, 2022
BDNY promises a highly curated event for manufacturers of design elements for hospitality interiors. The Boutique Design New York (BDNY) 2022 fair is bringing designers, architects, purchasing agents, hoteliers, business owners and developers to meet with interior design manufacturers. Exhibitors can expect to have productive and meaningful conversations with attendees.
Inside Retail
APRIL 25, 2022
Flower delivery service Lvly has been acquired for $35 million by Malaysian e-commerce company Limitless Technology. As part of the deal, co-founder Hannah Spilva will take a seat on the board of Limitless Technology while Verity Tuck will leave the business. Together, the duo will receive around $20 million from the acquisition. Established in 2015, the Melbourne-based startup offers a same-day flower delivery service.
Retail Focus
APRIL 27, 2022
Dalziel & Pow partnered with Victorinox to create a new retail design concept and brand experience. The store in Brunnen, Switzerland, is the first to feature the innovative design concept that focuses on Victorinox’s values of quality and innovation. The concept uses fresh and honest materials in combination with functional design and refined details, that reflect Victorinox’s design heritage.
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
Mindful Design
APRIL 27, 2022
One of our go-to solutions for wall treatments with great visual impact is wallpaper with bold designs. This is exactly what Ever Wallpaper, a London-based company that sells online throughout the world, offers business owners and designers who want to create one-of-a-kind spaces. Their huge collection of high-end products bursts with creativity, comes at affordable […].
Bay Cities
APRIL 28, 2022
The introduction of water-based inks has brought a significant change in the corrugate world recently. In the past, most printers used solvent-based inks as that was the norm across the board. But now, alternatives are being created to not only help the environment with its recyclable lifecycle but also decrease costs of materials and labor – a win/win situation for both companies and clients.
Inside Retail
APRIL 28, 2022
Amazon.com delivered a disappointing quarter and outlook on Thursday as the e-commerce giant was swamped by higher costs to run its warehouses and deliver packages to customers. Shares fell 9 per cent in after-hours trade. After a long-running surge in sales during the Covid-19 pandemic, Amazon is facing a litany of challenges. The company’s expenses swelled as it offered higher pay to attract workers.
Retail Focus
APRIL 27, 2022
As a small business owner, efficiency and productivity are always at the top of the list of your priorities. All systems, processes and tasks within the business need to be running smoothly to be efficient. But efficiency isn’t something that happens by coincidence; it takes planning and active steps. If you’re looking for ways to save time in your business and improve overall efficiency, here are five tips that can help.
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Instore Design
APRIL 28, 2022
Theory and practice are two different beasts in retail display design. Sometimes, the fresh ideas we deem revolutionary fall flat when it’s time to actually implement them. If the display set-up is time-consuming or store employees damage it because the set-up is complicated, it may never leave the back room. That means a lost opportunity to serve customers and make a sale.
Compliantia
APRIL 29, 2022
As consumer demand for sustainability and minimalism continues to grow, secondhand products are back in vogue. The market is expected to grow 11X faster than the retail clothing sector and may reach $77 billion by 2025. Indeed, with 16-18% of Americans shopping at thrift stores in a year, the secondhand market is gaining a lot of traction which doesn’t show signs of slowing down any time soon.
Inside Retail
APRIL 28, 2022
The four largest Australian online marketplaces – Catch, Amazon Australia, Kogan and Ebay – are under scrutiny by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) over the way they use algorithms to influence consumers’ purchasing behaviour. The consumer watchdog’s Digital Platform Services Inquiry report found that online marketplaces have a “high level of control and involvement” in transactions between consumers and sellers on their platforms.
Retail Focus
APRIL 26, 2022
Akeneo , the global leader in product experience management (PXM) and product information management (PIM), announced today the appointment of ecommerce and PIM veteran, Mark Holenstein, as Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective immediately. In his role as COO, Holenstein is responsible for the Sales, Customer Service, and Marketing departments, overseeing Akeneo’s ambitious growth strategy in Europe, the United States, and Asia-Pacific regions.
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.
Drytac
APRIL 26, 2022
SteriTac can now be purchased in cut A4 sheet packs online via Amazon, making the film available to the wider consumer marketplace for the first time. Drytac, the leading international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the large-format print and signage markets, has announced the rebranding of its market-leading Protac AMP adhesive antimicrobial clear surface protection film as SteriTac.
Retail Times
APRIL 26, 2022
Dragons Den legend, Levi Roots, has expanded his versatile range to bring the Caribbean sunshine to Iceland and The Food Warehouse with the launch of three new and exclusive products. Chicken goujons, burger fillets and bites can be found in the frozen aisles, so customers can get a taste of the Caribbean and spread the Levi Roots love from the comfort of their own home.Customers can spice up dinner time with Levi Roots West Indian Breaded Chicken Goujons (£3.00, 442g).
Inside Retail
APRIL 26, 2022
Andre Reich, CEO at The Reject Shop, has stepped down with immediate effect. The company’s CFO Clinton Cahn has been appointed acting CEO in the interim while the company searches for a permanent appointee and Amy Eshuys will take on the role of COO effective tomorrow. In a statement to the ASX, company secretary Michael Freier said Reich had decided that now was “an appropriate time for him to leave the company to pursue other opportunities”.
Mindful Design
APRIL 25, 2022
Used on a large scale in the commercial interiors of the ’70s, neon signs have never lost their popularity. In fact, they are as popular as ever in restaurant, cafe and bar design, and there are good reasons for it. When it comes to neon signs, it’s all about the cool factor. There is something […]. The post 7 Ways to Use Neon Signs in Commercial Interior Design appeared first on Mindful Design Consulting.
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.
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