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industrial glass blocks engulf bottega veneta’s avenue montaigne flagship store in paris

Design Boom

bottega veneta frames the blocks with italian walnut wood, distinguishing the transitional spaces of the stairway and jewelry gallery corridor. The post industrial glass blocks engulf bottega veneta’s avenue montaigne flagship store in paris appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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One of every four shoppers say shoplifting is justifiable, survey shows

Inside Retail

One of every four shoppers in Australia believes that shoplifting is justifiable amid the ongoing cost-of-living crisis, according to a recent survey. The Australian Consumer and Retail Studies (ACRS) unit at Monash University surveyed 1001 shoppers across Australia last June, asking them questions about the cost of living and consumer deviance. The survey emphasised the perception of shoppers on shoplifting, which is the only form of consumer deviance that negatively affects retailers.

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Charity Super.Mkt to open first Kent store at Bluewater

Retail Focus

Charity Super.Mkt, the ‘department store for second-hand style’ launched earlier this year by Maria Chenoweth and Wayne Hemingway, will open at Bluewater this week. Bluewater, one of Europe’s leading shopping and leisure destinations, will join Edinburgh and Bristol as new stores for the brand which has previously opened successful pop-ups in London, Glasgow and Reading.

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Yama fishmonger in Tel Aviv was designed to display fish "like jewels"

Dezeen

Israeli architecture studio Baranowitz and Goldberg Architects has created Yama, a fishmonger in Tel Aviv with a sculptural interior that was informed by jewellery stores. The studio completely renovated the space, adding a sculpted ceiling that was designed to "create a ship-bottom-like formation" to underline the connection to the sea. Yama is located in Tel Aviv's Florentin area Yama – which was named after yam, the Hebrew word for ocean – features a display area for showcasing fresh fish as

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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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STIMULATE Launches a Two-City Roadshow Tour to Connect Vendors + Retailers Through Education

RetailMinded

Nashville, TN – September 26, 2023 – STIMULATE: A B2B Sexual Wellness Trade Show has announced a two-city roadshow experience for the 2024 calendar year. In addition to their annual Nashville based event that will be held August 5+6, 2024, STIMULATE+Roadshow will debut in Austin and Chicago in the year ahead. February 4 – 6, 2024 | Austin, TX October 13 – 15, 2024 | Chicago, IL STIMULATE+Roadshow’s core focus is to enhance retailer success through trusted education, resources and ex

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ARA chief calls for consistent trading hours deregulation

Inside Retail

The Queensland, SA and WA governments have been urged by the Australian Retailers Association (ARA) to deregulate trading hours for physical stores – in a consistent policy. The ARA said the deregulation is to create a more flexible, safer, competitive and customer-friendly retail environment, as retailers try to address declining discretionary spending during the holiday period.

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Neri&Hu divides Shanghai fashion boutique with fabrics and marble screens

Dezeen

Chinese studio Neri&Hu has completed a store interior for Ms MIN in Shanghai , China, to showcase the fashion brand's diverse use of materials. Located at the Taikoo Li shopping complex in central Shanghai, the 195-square-metre store was designed to evoke a sense of traditional home-based atelier that places materials and craftsmanship at its centre.

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General Contractor and FC Dadson take Collaborative Approach to Large Projects

FC Dadson

GENERAL CONTRACTOR AND FC DADSON TAKE COLLABORATIVE APPROACH TO LARGE PROJECTS Customer Background: The Boldt Company is a fourth-generation family- and employee-owned professional construction services firm based in Appleton, Wisconsin. With a history dating back to 1889, Boldt is known for its commitment to honesty, reliability, and innovative construction solutions.

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Frasers Property to build shopping centre in Tarneit, Victoria

Inside Retail

Frasers Property Australia will begin the construction of a new shopping centre at The Grove community in Tarneit in mid-next year. Covering 167ha, The Grove will comprise a mix of land, house-and-land packages and townhomes and will eventually be home to 2600 families. The shopping centre will house more than 20 retail outlets across 4000sqm, including a bakery, greengrocer, nail bar, pizza restaurant, Chemist Warehouse outlet and Anytime Fitness gym.

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Gucci opens new boutique Munich store at Pembroke’s Maximilianhöfe

Retail Focus

International real estate business Pembroke is delighted to announce it has completed a 794 sqm retail space (964 sqm incl. storage space) letting on a 10-year term to global luxury fashion brand Gucci at Maximilianhöfe in the heart of Munich city centre. Gucci’s new home at Maximilianhöfe – which opened on 15 th September – is situated across two floors and carries a wide selection of the brand’s iconic product range which comprises men’s and women’s ready-to-wear, handbags, luggage, small lea

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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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USM Haller creates "techno-chic" Coperni retail space at Parisian shop-in-shop

Dezeen

Parisian fashion brand Coperni has collaborated with Swiss furniture company USM Haller to create its first-ever boutique, a shop-in-shop at French department store Printemps Haussmann. The shop-in-shop, installed at Printemps Haussmann in Paris, marks Coperni's first-ever physical retail location and will be replicated at London's Selfridges store and China's Duty Free Mall in Hainan Island.

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Champagne Laurent-Perrier launches exclusive Petal Robe for its iconic Cuvée Rosé

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Ring in the end of the summer months with Champagne Laurent-Perrier’s brand new Cuveé Rosé Petal Robe, the ultimate table centerpiece that can be re-used to encase the iconic Laurent-Perrier Cuveé Rosé bottle.

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New Balance follows Nike, Puma in phasing out kangaroo skins 

Inside Retail

Athletic giant New Balance has altered its sourcing policies, aiming to phase out its use of kangaroo skins and halt sales of kangaroo-based shoes by next December. The move comes after Nike and Puma announced plans to stop the use of wildlife skins to make soccer cleats earlier this year. Nike said it will halt sourcing and sales of kangaroo skins by the end of this year. “… There’s no question that the decisions will diminish the financing of the commercial massacres of kangaroos in the

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Beauty entrepreneur Sherrille Riley launches the ultimate shopping destination for clean beauty

Retail Focus

Leading beauty pioneer, Sherrille Riley, has launched her first concept store, Beauty Edit Mayfair, the ultimate shopping destination for clean beauty enthusiasts in the heart of London. Offering an extensive range of clean, high-quality cosmetics, skincare, haircare, and fragrance products from renowned international and niche brands including Monpure, Charlotte Mensah and Darling Sun, beauty enthusiasts are guaranteed an unparalleled shopping experience, with personalised consultations and exp

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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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5 Ways to Use Visual Merchandising to Increase Sales

Mindful Design

In today’s “seeing is believing” world, visual merchandising follows the same concept. Dedicated to arranging products for sale in a way that makes them irresistibly appealing to customers, it uses the power of visual appeal to convince customers they need your products. The principles of visual merchandising are akin to those of art.

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Scotmid to unveil new store, bringing jobs to West Lothian

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! A leading Scottish convenience retailer is gearing up to celebrate the opening of a brand-new store in Whitburn this week. On Friday (29 September) at 10am, Scotmid will officially open the doors to its 4000sqft store, located in the new mixed-use development of Heartlands in West Lothian.

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Accent Group marks 800th store with Nude Lucy opening at Miranda

Inside Retail

Footwear retailer Accent Group has opened a Nude Lucy store at Westfield Miranda in NSW, the group’s 800th store. The new store opening is part of the Accent Group’s plan to expand the footprint of all of its 15 brands as it sees a strong return on investment in brick-and-mortar retail. “Staying focused on the basics like real customer satisfaction, add-on sales and always looking for opportunities has been instrumental for our success to date,” said Daniel Agostinelli, CEO at

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The Crown Estate welcomes four global flagship stores to London’s West End

Retail Focus

The Crown Estate , the landowner and custodian of buildings along Regent Street and across St James’s, continues to bolster London’s West End offer as a global lifestyle destination with the announcement of four new flagship stores opening in Autumn 2023. The lettings span more than 10,000 sq ft of new retail space. Spanish women’s fashion brand Bimba Y Lola has just opened a new 4,000 sq ft store at 211-213 Regent Street, showcasing carefully curated collections, a brand showroom and a programm

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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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10 Attractive Point of Sale Kiosks for Your Upscale Salon and Spa

Mindful Design

Running an upscale salon and spa requires immaculate attention to detail and a keen sense of style. It also benefits from cutting-edge technology that can simplify your operations while enhancing customer experience. This is where Point of Sale (POS) kiosks come in: They provide the perfect blend of functionality, elegance and innovation you need to […] The post 10 Attractive Point of Sale Kiosks for Your Upscale Salon and Spa appeared first on Mindful Design Consulting.

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Al-Futtaim IKEA drops prices of over 2500+ of its most loved products; giving customers access to affordable home solutions

Design Middleeast

In the midst of a challenging economic landscape characterised by escalating living costs, supply chain disruptions, and soaring inflation, Al-Futtaim IKEA stands strong in its commitment to placing affordability with no compromise on quality at the heart of its vision. In a remarkable move, the Swedish retailer has proactively dropped prices on over 30% of its most beloved products without compromising on the quality or design, setting IKEA apart from competition.

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Australian retail sales record modest growth in August 

Inside Retail

Australian retail sales were up only 1.5 per cent year over year to $35.4 billion in August, according to data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics. The growth was largely driven by sales from the cafes, restaurants, and takeaway industry, which rose 8 per cent, followed by food with a 3.5 per cent increase. Clothing, footwear and accessories rebounded from a decline in July, up 1.4 per cent in August.

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MINISO lands in Central London, with the UK’s first ‘MINI MINISO’ on Shaftesbury Avenue

Retail Focus

Get ready, London! MINISO, the globally recognised lifestyle retailer, is opening a new store on Shaftesbury Avenue in the heart of Chinatown, and it’s the UK’s very first MINI MINISO. MINISO’s first-ever Central London spot is opening its doors on Friday, 29th September at midday. Mark your calendars for an unforgettable grand opening.

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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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The Arts Club by Millennium

Retail Design Blog

Nestled within an enchanting 18th-century townhouse on the iconic Dover Street, our creative touch graced The Arts Club – an.

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Power of Personalisation

Design Middleeast

In conversation with Compass Project Consulting’s Regional Director Construction Management Richard Cushnan, discusses the company’s beliefs, exciting projects, sustainability, and how an effective team is the key to success. By Roma Arora How does Compass differentiate itself as an award-winning project development consultancy in terms of its approach and values?

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Three tips for CRO success after Google Optimize sunset

Inside Retail

Google has announced that Google Optimize and Optimize 360, its five-year-old products used to test and improve user experiences, are no longer available after September 30. In its place, Google is improving its integration with the following alternative A/B testing providers: Optimizely, AB Tasty, and VWO. If you’ve run experiments on Google Optimize, it is recommended to download your historical data before the sunset date since it will no longer be accessible after this month.

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Fulham Broadway Delivers a New Elevated Destination

Retail Focus

Fulham Broadway, has undergone a destination-led transformation following investment by CBRE Investment Management (CBRE IM), to deliver a brand-new look and feel for the 200,000 sq ft scheme in the heart of West London. Having recently launched a new 7,700 sq ft flexible workspace, Fulham Works by Spacemade, CBRE IM has also facilitated an extensive £6.5 million David Lloyd Club revamp, which will join the nine-screen Vue cinema and restaurants to create an enhanced leisure and office hub withi

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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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International Coffee Day 2023: Fairtrade Foundation urges sustainable sips that empower farmers one cup at a time

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! As the nation continues to indulge in its coffee obsession, with a staggering 98 million cups consumed every single day, the Fairtrade Foundation reveals that only 7% of all coffee sold in the UK meets Fairtrade standards.

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Humanscale opens first showroom in Seoul, South Korea

Design Middleeast

Humanscale, the world’s leading manufacturer of high-performance ergonomic solutions, has announced the inauguration of its new showroom in Seoul. The location underscores Humanscale’s commitment to integrating elegance with ergonomic innovation, and is located in Hannam-dong, one of Seoul’s most affluent and sought-after areas. South Korea’s transformation into a global tech titan aligns with Humanscale, with the brand having experienced a multifold revenue increase in t

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Cotton On names Natalie McLean as CEO of Typo, Factorie, Supre, Ceres Life

Inside Retail

Cotton On Group has appointed Natalie McLean as CEO of the emerging brands Typo, Factorie, Supre, and Ceres Life, effective July. McLean had served as the group’s chief retail officer for nearly six years and as GM of Cotton On Kids for almost five years. Prior to that, McLean worked as retail general manager at Rip Curl, product manager at Giordano, and as general manager for the Cotton On Group for more than nine years.

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Akeneo Acquires AI Platform Unifai, Creating World’s First Intelligent Product Cloud

Retail Focus

Akeneo , the Product Experience (PX) Company and leading provider of Product Information Management (PIM) solutions, today announced the acquisition of Unifai , the market-leading artificial intelligence (AI) platform for data collection, cleansing, categorisation and enrichment pioneered by the industry’s leading experts in AI and machine learning (ML).

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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.