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Showfields and the bankruptcy of the ‘most interesting store in the world’

Inside Retail

US-based retailer Showfields, the self-described “most interesting store in the world”, filed for bankruptcy this month and will be restructuring through a form of Chapter 11 bankruptcy created during Covid to help small businesses continue operations, reorganise, and maintain control of finances without creditors taking over.

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A step back in time: Piaget’s Sydney store blends old with new

Inside Retail

Taking inspiration from the brand’s very first Salon which opened in Geneva over 60 years ago, the new store concept is designed to be a warm, inviting environment in which customers can learn about the heritage of the brand. How important is it for the brand to have that direct connection with its customer base?

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Builders: Enablers of collaboration

Inside Retail

Architects and designers are tasked with bringing uniformity and connection to new concepts within precincts. Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) can be a key advantage for owners looking to integrate new concepts in their centres. This means more tenants with non-traditional retail needs.

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Navigating the AI revolution: Retail experts weigh in on the state of affairs

Inside Retail

Nuanced perspectives According to Deepika Giri, associate vice president at IDC, at least 79 per cent of retail organisations believe that GenAI models that leverage their own business data will give them a significant advantage over competitors. For example, the data needs to be structured in a way that can be easily accessed and analysed.

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The “urban reef” concept aims at making cities more biodiverse

Design Wanted

The first concept developed is called “Rain Reef” and is characterised by an undulating shape that increases the contact area of the water and the potential hatching surface for vegetation – © Urban Reef. The post The “urban reef” concept aims at making cities more biodiverse appeared first on DesignWanted.

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We aim to open 100 stores” across Southeast Asia: Muji Singapore’s MD

Inside Retail

But it’s not just about size; Muji Plaza Singapura has introduced innovative concepts that redefine the shopping experience. We have carefully considered both regional and local perspectives, to make sure it is a space that sells both global daily necessities, while responding to the needs of local and Japanese-oriented customers.

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“Transformation agenda”: MFG CEO on Bobux acquisition and growth plans

Inside Retail

It forms part of a transformation genda for MFG – which owns more than a dozen retail and wholesale brands including Williams, Midas, Ziera, Diana Ferrari, Colorado, Mountfords and Mathers – focused on strategic acquisitions, investment in new technologies, facilities and omnichannel growth, and the continued growth of its store network.

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