Design Boom
APRIL 14, 2021
everyday objects and blossoming buttercup bouquets are transformed into colorful fragments that enliven the surrounding streetscape. The post jacquemus cobalt blue pop-up flower shop in paris by paf atelier + yoann et marco appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Inside Retail
APRIL 14, 2021
Jewelry retailer Michael Hill has followed up its “outstanding” performance in the first half with a strong third quarter. Same store sales rose 16.4 per cent, while group margin increased by more than 200 basis points, during the period. Digital sales, too, saw strong growth – up 69.2 per cent year-on-year, and 93.3 per cent year-to-date. “I’m delighted by these results, delivering further margin improvement and double-digit sales growth in all markets,” said chief executive Daniel Bracken.
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Retail Focus
APRIL 14, 2021
The Mercers’ Company has today announced that independent skate shop, No Chaos, and cult brand, Scum, have officially launched their experiential central London flagship stores in Covent Garden. Located at 3 Neal street, the 2,000 sq ft unit homes both brands, with No Chaos ’ retail space on the first floor and Scum’s latest experiential and interactive concept nestled into the basement.
Inside Retail
APRIL 14, 2021
While many businesses have yet to regain the trust of stakeholders after a year of uncertainty, others, like toy giant Lego , have risen to the occasion amid increasing pressures and challenges. “Lego essentially defined a category decades ago by being highly distinctive and meeting customers’ needs in a compelling way,” said retail influencer and author Steven Dennis.
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Adopting MACH technology means more than implementing new platforms. This type of digital change affects your organization at every level and requires a thoughtful approach to navigate challenges that crop up. The Get MACH Ready report, co-authored by MACH Alliance member Scott Canney in collaboration with Orium, commercetools, and Contentstack, will provide you with strategies to prepare your organization for a digital transformation.
Retail Focus
APRIL 14, 2021
St David’s Cardiff has announced the signing of global fashion brand ZARA, opening a new flagship this summer. The signing of ZARA – the pinnacle brand of global fashion leader Inditex – is a demonstration of confidence in the resilience of Cardiff, and in St David’s as a market leading shopping destination in the UK. The 36,500 sq ft store will be located on Upper Grand Arcade, opposite new entrant Morphe Cosmetics (opening this summer), and near BoConcept’s UK debut store concept (opening this
Inside Retail
APRIL 14, 2021
Mosaic Brands, owner and operator of the Noni B, Millers, Rivers, Katies, Autograph, Rockmans, beme, W.Lane and Crossroads brands, is launching a nationwide training academy to help its employees gain the skills necessary to succeed in retail. The Mosaic Academy will begin this April, function through the group’s online learning platform, and will focus on retail service, sales and management.
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Inside Retail
APRIL 14, 2021
Retailers that put sustainability at the heart of their business are building a competitive advantage over those that are still operating as though it’s business as usual. There is a growing recognition that reducing our impact on the environment can unlock huge business benefits, but it can be hard to know where to begin when tackling such an enormous issue.
Retail Focus
APRIL 14, 2021
Grosvenor Britain & Ireland has announced that premium British sportswear pioneer, Castore, has launched at an upsized 2,600 sq ft retail space at 26 Peter’s Lane, marking the brand’s renewed commitment to Liverpool ONE. . Following Castore’s entrance to the destination in August 2020, the premium performance wear label has selected the new unit to further its bricks-and-mortar success at Liverpool ONE from a more spacious trading position. .
Inside Retail
APRIL 14, 2021
Gelatissimo recently revealed plans to launch its first two stores in the US, but with dozens of stores across Australia, China, the Philippines, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, Bangladesh and India, it’s already a global success. And yet, CEO Filipe Barbosa sees even more potential for the gelato chain to expand – if it finds the right partners. Inside Retail: How has the last year been for Gelatissimo and why is now the right time for US expansion?
Retail Focus
APRIL 14, 2021
When Inplas fabrications look back over the top projects they have worked on, it reads like a ‘who’s who’ of British film, retail brands and entertainment venues. Since setting up in 1995, Inplas fabrications have grown to be one of the most recognised names in Perspex® acrylic fabrication. . Most of us have enjoyed finished projects from Inplas whether it is their work for blockbuster films, high end glazing displays for museum artefacts or retail promotions for leading brands.
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.
Inside Retail
APRIL 14, 2021
Fast food chain Subway Australia has unveiled a 24 hours express pick-up service in Bald Hills, Brisbane, ahead of a broader national rollout. Customers can order their foods via the app or using a third-party provider and collect their purchase at an express pick-up window. “Over the past year, through Covid we have seen a change in the way people are eating Subway,” said Subway country director Geoff Cockerill. “More people are ordering through third-party delivery providers than e
Design Wanted
APRIL 14, 2021
The jury for the Red Dot Award: Product Design 2021 has selected the year’s best products. From major brands like Bose and Maserati to newcomers such as Noah Living and Studio Mixtura, the award-winning companies are setting new standards in the design industry. Among the winners of the Red Dot Award: Product Design 2021 are many major brands like Bose, Canyon, Fujifilm, Google, Hilti, Lenovo, Maserati, Philips, Polestar and Sony.
Inside Retail
APRIL 14, 2021
Waverley Gardens Shopping Centre will add a Super Fresh produce precinct in the mall’s east wing, scheduled for completion in October. The shopping centre, located in Mulgrave, Victoria, considers itself a culturally diverse hub and has signed up new retailers to the precinct, such as Henrys Mercato and grocers specialising in Indian and Asian food.
Drytac
APRIL 14, 2021
When installing graphics, equal consideration must be given to the clean removal of printed substrates. Authored by Peter Bourgeois, Territory Sales Manager for Western Canada and North West USA, at Drytac. When I do a training session on Drytac products with end users and installers, I usually start by asking if anyone has ever had an issue with an installation.
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Understanding the intricate world of Point-of-Sale (POS) technology is a common challenge for tech buyers. When it comes to defining the functions of Point-of-Sale systems, the communications have yet to be standardized–—until now. Forrester’s new report, Demystifying The Technical Functions of POS Solutions, breaks through the noise and provides business leaders with the information and tools they need to evaluate the features of POS systems.
Inside Retail
APRIL 14, 2021
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey, indie rock band Kings of Leon and Nike don’t appear to have a lot in common on the surface, but all three recognise that there’s a growing appetite for NFTs in their chosen fields. Last month, Dorsey sold his first tweet as an NFT for over US$2.9 million, Kings of Leon became the first ever band to release an album as an NFT in March, and sportswear giant Nike is expected to release blockchain-compatible digital sneakers called CryptoKicks which would link physical shoe
Dezeen
APRIL 14, 2021
Architecture studios Pan Projects and Haruki Oku Design have renovated a fashion store in Tokyo using moving curtains and rotating walls to create adaptable retail and events spaces. Renamed The Playhouse, the building for the Vulcanize fashion store in the Aoyama district was directly informed by the theatre with a dramatic facade animated by moving curtains.
Parcel Pending
APRIL 14, 2021
Irvine, Calif. (April 14, 2021) – Parcel Pending by Quadient today announced that Ohio University has installed its automated locker systems at three student mail centers on campus to provide a contactless, secure and convenient way for students and faculty to retrieve their mail and packages during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. “Parcel Pending by Quadient’s smart lockers are working great and have provided, among other benefits, the added advantage of eliminating person-to-person contact be
Design Week
APRIL 14, 2021
As the design industry and rest of the world went into lockdown last year, one group in particular faced uncertainty: junior designers and graduates. While the outlook over the year has been mixed – overall junior roles have fallen but a number of sectors have actually increased – working practices have definitely changed. Included in this are internships, still one of the most common stepping stones from education into the workplace.
Speaker: Jennifer Wright, Michael Scholz, Jasmin Guthmann, and Scott Canney
Digital transformation in retail is so much more than new technology. You need to get your whole organization, from entry-level workers to executives, on board with the new tech, new skills, and culture changes that digital transformation brings. Leading this mindset shift can be a daunting task… but that’s where this webinar comes in! Join our panel of experts as they guide you through the challenges of digital transformation, preparing you to avoid common mistakes and make the most of incredib
VMS
APRIL 14, 2021
T. S. Eliot poetically opined that “April is the cruelest month.” And while a sense of despair may grip our hearts amid flagrant harbingers of false hope, the first blooms of spring seem to belie our anguish. In addition to a perceived rebirth, it must be noted that April also brings the cry of “play ball!” Hope springs eternal in baseball stadiums across the country as the calendar turns from March to April.
Design Wanted
APRIL 14, 2021
Light, vibrations, and devices designed to be discrete – all of these elements can influence and inspire communication for deaf and hard of hearing people. The World Health Organization estimates that 1.5 billion people live with some degree of hearing loss of which 430 million people require habilitation services. One of the main impacts this has is on spoken language requiring new and innovative ways of communicating with one another and the advancing technological world around us.
Talking Retail
APRIL 14, 2021
Retailer Paul Thomas has opened his second One Stop franchise store on the former Mole Valley Farmers site in Coity, Bridgend, Wales, which has been transformed into a 2,900sq ft outlet. The local Coity community is expanding rapidly, with more than 1,500 brand new houses in the area. Situated at the front of the store. This story continues at One Stop store opens in rapidly expanding Welsh community.
Design Week
APRIL 14, 2021
Taxi Studio has designed the identity for Never Too Young, a charity set up to raise awareness for bowel cancer in younger people. It’s a common misconception that bowel cancer is a disease that only affects older people. Around 2,500 people under the age of 50 get diagnosed in the UK each year, according to the charity. However, as a large portion of sufferers are older, literature and support is geared more towards this demographic.
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Did you know—74% of IT leaders are looking to improve their tech stack to offer better personalization? It’s impossible to ignore the importance of personalization, but it comes with challenges. How do you do it with a tight budget? What about customer privacy and the use of data? The Personalization Playbook is packed with research and insights from Orium, Talon.One, and Bloomreach and gives IT leaders answers to these tough questions, helping them shape 2024 strategies for personalization.
Talking Retail
APRIL 14, 2021
Jisp, the grocery shopping app, has signed up 100 stores with the NFRN. The app launched its partnership with NFRN in May 2020 when six stores trialled its delivery and collection services, including a contact-free in-store shopping solution that enables customers to skip queues by scanning QR codes and barcodes to add products and checkout. This story continues at NFRN’s partnership with Jisp reaches milestone.
Mindful Design
APRIL 14, 2021
Another X+LIVING creation is bringing the world of fairy tales into our everyday reality. Located on the second and third floor of a mall in Shenzen, China, Meland Club is an indoor playground designed for parent-child activities and completed with an out-of-this-world kids’ restaurant design. It is the latter that has recently been entered into […].
Talking Retail
APRIL 14, 2021
Consumer focus on quality is at its highest level recorded, driven by higher earners who have the disposable income to “trade up”, new research reveals. The latest IGD Shopper Confidence Index reveals consumer focus on quality (18%), rather than saving money (14%), in the year ahead is at the highest level recorded. The data shows. This story continues at Consumers focusing on quality, research reveals.
VMS
APRIL 14, 2021
Grove Collaborative (San Francisco) has partnered with Target (Minneapolis) to expand into physical retail, reports WWD. The direct-to-consumer company will offer a collection of its bestsellers at Target stores nationwide starting April 18 including household and personal care items. Grove Collaborative’s CEO Stuart Landesberg told WWD : “Our company’s vision statement is that consumer products can be a positive force for human and environmental health.
Speaker: Shaunna Bruton - Associate Director of Product Strategy at Orium | Sam Panzer - Director of Industry Strategy at Talon.One | Frank Passantino - Director of Product Management at Bloomreach
More and more, customers are expecting a better personalized CX. But can retailers actually deliver? Data from McKinsey shows that companies that excel in personalization increase their revenue by 40%, but despite these numbers, retailers struggle to implement customer personalization strategies. So what are the potential solutions? Join us to gain a better understanding of the current retail landscape and learn what you can do to translate personalization strategies into practical implementatio
Talking Retail
APRIL 14, 2021
Aldi is trialing selling its first packaging-free products to help customers shop more sustainably. Four household staples – basmati rice, brown rice, penne pasta and wholewheat fusilli – are available to buy loose in store. The products are available by weight, and Aldi will provide customers with free paper bags that are fully recyclable and. This story continues at Aldi unveils first packaging-free staples trial.
VMS
APRIL 14, 2021
Urban Outfitters (Philadelphia) announced that Tricia Smith, formerly of Nordstrom (Seattle) and Tilly’s (Irvine, Calif.), has been appointed as Global CEO of the Anthropologie brand, according to a press release. Smith replaces Hillary Super, who stepped down after three years. Smith worked previously for Nordstrom for 26 years, where she was the General Merchandise Manager of women’s, young contemporary, designer and specialized apparel.
Talking Retail
APRIL 14, 2021
The Association of Convenience of Stores has given evidence to the Home Affairs Select Committee on the government’s and policing response to incidents of violence and abuse of shopworkers, calling for urgent action to protect retail workers. In the evidence session, ACS reiterated the recommendations in its written submission, which include: A comprehensive review of.
Hunton Andrews Kurth
APRIL 14, 2021
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has proposed a Direct Final Rule implementing the new federal upholstered furniture flammability standard. The Direct Final Rule , published by the CPSC on April 9, 2021, would codify California’s TB 117-2013 flammability standard as mandated by Congress, but with the following significant clarifications: Labeling compliance date extended to June 25, 2022.
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