Retail Focus

JUNE 17, 2022

Architecture studio Sybarite have created a retail concept for the new Theory flagship store located on 101-113 Regent Street. This will be part of a ‘connected retail space’ with Uniqlo, also owned by Fast Retailing. It is the first time the two fashion brands have occupied a retail space in the same location in the UK and Europe. .

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Barber Design

OCTOBER 28, 2024

In travel retail design, there are many aspects to consider regarding opening successful customer experiences, from the architecture dictating the shopfloor to lighting levels outside the space, retailers occupying sites nearby, retail design guidelines and of course, the duty free operator’s signature brand.

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Dezeen

AUGUST 4, 2021

A tile-covered island in the middle of the store serves as a focal point on the ground floor which encases a selection of the brand's jewellery designs. Architectural works : Dive Architects. To meet the jewellery brand's practical requirements, mirrors, cushions and display cases have been dotted throughout.

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Dezeen

MAY 5, 2022

Harmay Hangzhou, China, by AIM Architecture. Shanghai studio AIM Architecture transformed the second floor of a business park in the Chinese city of Hangzhou into a cosmetics store resembling a 1970s office for Harmay. Architecture. Architecture, which created the space. Find out more about Suprette's Toronto store ›.

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VMS

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

” Designed by architecture and interior design firm AO (Orange, Calif.), An attention-grabbing focal point is a collection of glass-blown copper-colored pendants that cascade from a reflective ceiling in the main dining area.

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Dezeen

APRIL 9, 2024

British architecture studio Al-Jawad Pike has used colourful marble for the interiors of trainer brand Athletic Propulsion Labs’ second flagship store in Soho, New York City. Ensuring that the trainers on display were the focal point was a main objective for the architects.

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Dezeen

APRIL 1, 2021

A dramatic staircase provides one of the boutique's most striking architectural features and also allows light to penetrate between the two levels. A dramatic staircase is a focal point. A suspended sculpture hangs by the stairs.

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Dezeen

JUNE 8, 2024

The Uncommon Ground boutique is divided into a main floor and a mezzanine level at the back MYT+GLVDK , led by Andrés Mier y Terán and Regina Galvanduque, was commissioned to design the architecture, furnishings and interiors for the store that carries brands including Courrèges, Maison Kitsuné, Ami Paris, Officine Générale and Moscot.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

This store takes the direction of the brand’s new and elevated store design, led by architecture and interior design studio Alexander & CO, which embodied the Cue woman – confident, dynamic and empowered in bricks-and-mortar, using the brand’s signature bold colours and statement prints.

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Dezeen

AUGUST 12, 2024

Allgayer's design concept was to create a series of freestanding architectural elements that divide the space into different zones and allow it to function in different ways. With its high-shine burgundy lacquer finish, it provides a focal point in the corner of the space. I was trying to translate that into the architecture."

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VMS

JANUARY 31, 2023

Yellow Goat Design POST CATEGORIES MANUFACTURER: Yellow Goat Design PRODUCT CATEGORY: Lighting Louis Poulsen’s PH5 Finished in the muted pastels of the season The PH5 pendant makes a striking, structural focal point and gives off soft, gentle illumination. Louis Poulsen POST CATEGORIES MANUFACTURER: LS Lighting Corp.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Virtual assistants and AI applications emerge as key focal points, with over half of respondents expressing eagerness for their integration. Dittmar believes that retailers need to adopt a holistic approach to customer experiences by leveraging AI for personalised services and modernising technology architectures for data connectivity.

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Elmwood Timber

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Biophilic Design Biophilic design has become a focal point for builders and architects, such as maximizing the natural lighting and optimal air quality. Whether you choose a wood filled with character or something with a more consistent finish, wood paneling can provide your space with a focal point.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 19, 2024

The store’s main focal point is a 19 Degree Aluminium Sculpture by pioneering perceptual artist Michael Murphy. Located in Tokyo, the store was created by the architectural firm Studio Dig and contains handcrafted tiling with an earthy vibe and soft-form furniture.

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VMS

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

Statement pieces are having their say, too, with larger-than-life pendants and chandeliers making focal points in retail and restaurants, and flush mounts phasing out the recessed lighting that’s had a hold on the market for years. Features matte black enamel conical shades for a classy, brassy focal point.

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Dezeen

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

The column was positioned to the side of the central atrium as a focal point for visitors and is wrapped by stairs that lead to the upper mezzanine floor. To further the store's biophilic character, the southern facade was finished with undulating glazing and seating that folds around the building's curves.

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Dezeen

JANUARY 7, 2023

A Better Place to Think was an Oslo pop-up store designed by architecture studio Snøhetta for tablet brand reMarkable, which looked to the tranquility of libraries for its interior design. Fatface Coffee was a pop-up coffee shop designed by architecture studio Baicai and presented for a month at Shenyang's Window Gallery in China.

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Design Week

APRIL 1, 2021

EGO Hair Salon, by IS Architecture and Design. IS Architecture and Design was briefed to turn a disused gym into a space age hair salon. The result is a maximalist set of spaces which Rockwell says “celebrates the spirit of carefree sophistication” Several site-specific installations have been designed as feature points.

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Retail Focus

JUNE 22, 2023

The new facade design language extends the block outline of traditional Korean architecture while seamlessly blending in with the facade of the original building. The see-through steps eliminates the blockiness of the central staircase, allowing faintly visible scenes behind to show, making it the visual focal point on this level.

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All Work

JANUARY 25, 2022

During the summit 44 businesses, including leading architecture firms, signed a net zero carbon buildings commitment , pledging to take increased action to decarbonise the built environment across their portfolios and business activities. In fact, it was a focal point at last year’s Workspace Design Show.

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All Work

JULY 7, 2024

A misconception is that “flexible spaces” are expensive and require significant architectural intervention and investment. Rely on change management versus costly architectural intervention. Not necessarily. Space can be repurposed simply by moving furniture or by establishing a new etiquette for the area.

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Design Middleeast

MAY 28, 2025

Wall Sconce Sculptural yet understated, this piece casts a soft glow ideal for intimate spaces or architectural accents. Pendant A striking overhead piece ideal for spaces with high ceilings, dining areas, or as a sculptural focal point in modern interiors.

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Design Wanted

JANUARY 8, 2022

A desire for escapism sees designers and architecture studios like Hello Wood going to the canopy for architecture—treehouses that frame nature in a bid to help us connect with it. The latest cabin dwelling by Hello Wood is as expected—minimalist and built from sustainable material—but no less impressive.

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Design Middleeast

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Design Space AlUla, a focal point for showcasing AlUla’s wide ranging design initiatives contributing to the vision for AlUla opens today. The space will be inclusive of all design disciplines from architecture and urban planning, to product and graphic design.

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Fuhrmann Construction

JUNE 28, 2023

Accent lighting is used to highlight specific features, artwork, or architectural elements, adding visual interest and creating focal points within the space. Task lighting, on the other hand, focuses on providing ample light for specific activities or work areas, such as desk lamps or under-cabinet lighting in kitchens.

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Design Week

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Paying homage to Italian architecture, the first arrival and bar lounge features sweeping archways and decorative screens. A focal point of the space is a large mural designed and painted by London-based illustrator Kate Philipson. Greenery punctuates the indoor space, and overflows in the connected courtyard.

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Elmwood Timber

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

But, for rooms that need a focal point, multi-color wood boards can have a major impact on the style of the space. This can make the walls seem taller than they are, while also highlighting the unique architecture and skylight. Wood planks can even be styled to take on a more distressed wood style for a more rustic look.

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Design Wanted

APRIL 16, 2021

It offers a striking focal point which, with Florim’s porcelain surfaces, is much easier to achieve, especially at a larger scale. Marble-look surfaces can be used in a combination with other materials too , like wood for example, which offers a beautiful contrast in natural textures.

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Design Middleeast

JANUARY 25, 2020

Highlight the focal point. The dynamic architecture we created dictates the flow and functionality of the spaces that are adorned with artistic and organic objects like the celestial staircase that inspires social media photography and adds to enhanced customer experience. Online prices are harder to compete with.

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Elmwood Timber

MARCH 25, 2020

They need to be solid and able to secure your property, but they also need to complement the exterior and architecture of the property as well. And with the beauty and interest of real wood, these doors are sure to become the focal point of any design. . Caring for Reclaimed Wood Doors.

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Greater Group

NOVEMBER 24, 2019

It’s a dramatic and theatrical focal point but also serves a practical purpose as the resting space for the coffee beans to allow the gas built up during the roasting process to escape before it can be brewed or packaged. The cask is one of those multi-functional design features that are trending the retail design world now.

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VMS

JUNE 29, 2021

Two great design cultures come together – Italian and Danish brands are united in a local architectural context to create something truly unique. From one design capital to another: Following Copenhagen, D Studio will be opening in Milan and New York this Fall. Louis Poulsen – A New Hybrid Showroom at the Corporate Headquarters.

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Fuhrmann Construction

JUNE 28, 2023

Accent lighting is used to highlight specific features, artwork, or architectural elements, adding visual interest and creating focal points within the space. Task lighting, on the other hand, focuses on providing ample light for specific activities or work areas, such as desk lamps or under-cabinet lighting in kitchens.

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CAAD

MAY 15, 2025

How to avoid it: Use visual merchandising strategies to guide visitors, combine hot and cold zones, and incorporate architectural elements to direct movement. How to avoid it: Curate your selection, create focal points, and use negative space to elevate the overall composition. Lighting doesnt just illuminateit sells.

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Elmwood Timber

JULY 10, 2024

Installed in a shiplap paneling with a reclaimed wood beam for depth, a wooden ceiling makes a stunning focal point, particularly in rooms with tall walls. When you’re doing a home makeover, you need to be able to match those home decor features in order to keep the cohesive look of the architecture in place.

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Elmwood Timber

AUGUST 31, 2021

When you’re renovating, you need to be able to match those features in order to keep the cohesive look of the architecture in place. This makes the choice of the island countertop a really dramatic focal point in the room. The bed is usually the focal point of any bedroom design. ACCENT BEAM. BUILT IN CABINETRY.

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Elmwood Timber

JULY 30, 2021

This is one reason why wood flooring is so popular; it can be used to complement any interior design, architectural style, or color scheme. This reclaimed antique flooring has plenty of color variation to it, making it the focal point of the room. It comes in a wide range of styles, sizes, finishes, species, and colors.

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