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How Morespace tackled empty shops, vandalism and promoted local businesses

Inside Retail

Among them were vacant shops and, with that, the prevalence of vandalism and graffiti. The solution – developed by design agency Your Creative in collaboration with the council – was Morespace, an interactive project that activates empty shop-spaces with exhibitions that highlight products made by local businesses and artists.

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Westfield backs #letsdolondonbetter campaign to support the nation’s talented artists

Retail Focus

In an effort to hero talent from across the nation, and to support the arts industry as London re-opens, Westfield is backing a campaign by artist Laura Nevill entitled #LetsDoLondonBetter , which aims to raise profiles for local artists and generate support across the UK for creative communities to flourish.

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5 Ideas to Hosting Deck Artists & Authors in Your Shop

Retailing Insight

Another option for you is a spin on the author visit — host the artists and authors of divination decks! Organizing special events featuring these artists and authors will attract new customers and a return of long lost customers. #1. You should discuss consignment sales with the artist prior to their appearance.

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The LOOKNOW Xintiandi Flagship combines artistic studio with home comforts

Retail Focus

Inspired by the original status of space, Sò Studio recently launched the LOOKNOW Xintiandi flagship store. Through the storyline of “House Now”, Sò Studio conveys the narrative of the space and the immersive experience to create a strong identity of the contemporary design style.

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Sook to bring its pop-up flexible retail space to Liverpool ONE in regional debut

Retail Focus

Grosvenor has announced that Sook, the pop-up retail space operator, has signed to take over a unit on Liverpool ONE’s Upper South John Street. Fitted out with digital display boards, screens and fixtures, the Liverpool ONE space will be fully customisable to suit individual retailer requirements.

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National Gallery’s Portico Shop Unveils New Design Celebrating Art and Heritage

Retail Focus

The National Gallery’s Portico Shop reopens its doors after a three-month refurbishment, revealing an entirely new design by Lumsden, the award-winning firm specialising in retail and F&B for cultural and visitor attractions. ” To address the windowless nature of the centrally located Portico Shop, Lumsden designed four 3.5m

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How Swee Lee’s immersive lifestyle store brings the cool factor to music retail

Inside Retail

The immersive space allows visitors to sample and purchase instruments such as guitars, vinyl records and audio equipment. Visitors can also savour a drink at the cafe and bar, enjoy events with emerging artists and much more. This store is designed to cater precisely to this desire for a tactile experience.

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