Design Boom
JULY 14, 2021
a sculptural spiral staircase dominates the interior, providing easy transition through the spaces. The post CLOU architects’ farm lab is a timber grid-clad agricultural exhibition and retail space in china appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Inside Retail
JULY 14, 2021
Melbourne’s Lord Mayor Sally Capp remains optimistic about the future of CBD retail and hospitality despite the impact of repeated lockdowns on office occupancy rates and foot traffic. Speaking with Australian Retailers Association CEO Paul Zahra for the Retail Therapy podcast, Capp said the city is seeing a ‘bounce back’ phenomenon as restrictions continue to ease. .
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Retail Focus
JULY 14, 2021
Bvlgari has revealed the summer Serpenti Maestria pop-up boutique at Harrods. Finding its home in the iconic department store’s prominent Exhibition Road space, the pop-up will serve as an experiential destination to discover the metamorphosis of Bvlgari’s Serpenti Collection, a unique fine jewellery, watches and accessories offering, alongside an exclusive programme of activities throughout the month.
Inside Retail
JULY 14, 2021
Product discovery and sourcing platform RangeMe has fully launched its global service to retailers in Australia, New Zealand, and the wider APAC region, allowing businesses to access 200,000 international suppliers. A number of businesses are already using the service, such as Blooms the Chemist, Good Price Pharmacy Warehouse, Pet Circle and Pet Culture, and are now able to source new products at a time demand for a wider range of products is growing.
Advertisement
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.
Talking Retail
JULY 14, 2021
Nisa says that a website launched a year ago to boost interest from prospective new retailers has proved a great success. The site, nisalocally.co.uk , came online last July and aims to show retailers what Nisa can offer their franchisees. The company says that the site has increased the number of retailer approaches by 277%. This story continues at New Nisa website nearly trebles approaches from prospective retailers.
Inside Retail
JULY 14, 2021
Online wine marketplace Naked Wines has seen success in Australia during the last year, as more and more Aussies spending online drove the business’ local sales up 42 per cent to $84.2 million. Alicia Kennedy, managing director of Naked Wines Australia, said the results grew on an already landmark result the year prior. “As we continue to grow our market here in Australia, we also continue to grow and push our mission; to disrupt the wine industry through a strong direct-to-consumer model which
Create Retail Today brings together the best content for Retail Design professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Inside Retail
JULY 14, 2021
Nailing delivery is often the make-or-break moment for an online retailer. If the customer has had a good shopping experience – but then has an awful delivery experience – chances are they won’t shop with that brand again. . With more Australians shopping online than ever before and, depending on movement restrictions, often unable to safely go shopping themselves, having a reliable and flexible delivery solution has become more important than ever.
Talking Retail
JULY 14, 2021
Cadbury Dairy Milk is launching limited edition chocolate gifting bars this summer. The bars will be available until the end of September and feature “uplifting” quotes, such as “Perfect just the way you are” and “You’re all kinds of amazing”, each retailing at £4.23. Nancy Moore, brand manager for Cadbury Gifting, said: “The last year. This story continues at Cadbury spreads joy with gifting bars launch.
Inside Retail
JULY 14, 2021
New Zealand sustainable leather accessories brand Deadly Ponies is to expand its footprint into Australia with its first store in the market. . The store is scheduled to open on August 4 on High Street in the Melbourne suburb of Armadale. The company says Melbourne was chosen as the location of the first store because the brand already has a strong fan base there.
VMS
JULY 14, 2021
Bal Harbour Shops, a luxury shopping center in suburban Miami that has been called the “fanciest mall in America,” has launched an e-commerce platform that allows shoppers to buy products directly from its stores, Forbes writes. Called Bal Harbour Shops Marketplace , it’s a curated selection of fashions and accessories that are currently featured at the mall’s stores.
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
JULY 14, 2021
In a bid to offer new same-day delivery options, reduce traffic and scale back on its carbon emissions, delivery service FedEx has just introduced its robot Roxo in the Asia Pacific region for the very first time. Roxo, a wheeled device which recently made its debut in Japan, is a delivery robot designed to travel on sidewalks and along roadsides, aimed at safely delivering smaller packages to customers’ homes and businesses locally on the same day.
Talking Retail
JULY 14, 2021
Crisp brand Burts Snacks has kicked off a seven-figure marketing campaign ahead of the summer holiday period in the south-west of England. The campaign includes outdoor advertising across the south-west region and targeted digital activity running across social media channels. Last year more than nine million people visited the south-west of England over the summer.
Inside Retail
JULY 14, 2021
The eroding effect of lockdown is likely to hit retail sales, according to research by NAB which predicts cashless retail sales to fall 1.1 per cent in June compared to a month prior. The drop, which NAB predicts will be the outcome of the ABS’ retail trade release due 21 July, comes as a slow feeling of a return to pre-pandemic “normal” life has been shattered by the spate of Covid-19 outbreaks around the country, with another 65 cases confirmed overnight after NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian co
VMS
JULY 14, 2021
The John Lewis Partnership (JLP), owner of John Lewis and Waitrose, will cut 1000 jobs in stores in a cost-saving measure, reports The Drum. JLP reportedly will assist those losing their store management positions in finding new jobs. By simplifying its store management structure, the retailer expects to save about $415 million. JLP moved to reduce cost after reporting its first full-year loss this spring.
Advertisement
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
JULY 14, 2021
I spend my day dealing with weird aliens we know nothing about. The name of this new alien? The customer. It’s funny to see how people think about customers. Twice in the past two weeks, I’ve had companies ask me: “Should we set up a forum for our customers to talk on?” In both cases, I’ve asked them: “How many web forums do you participate in regularly?
VMS
JULY 14, 2021
Amazon (Seattle) and Dollar General (Goodlettsville, Tenn.) are among the organizations leading the hiring surge the retail industry is currently experiencing, reports PYMNTS. Dollar General announced today that it looks to hire 50,000 people by Labor Day to staff the more than 1000 new stores it’s adding this year. According to the retailer, which operates more than 17,400 doors, 75 percent of the U.S. population lives within five miles of one of its stores, offering up a plentiful pool of appl
Instore Design
JULY 14, 2021
Whether you are in the wireless business, general retail, or otherwise, making use of all the available space you have is simply an intelligent move. After all, maximizing profit potential is deeply rooted in effectively displaying the items that are your profit potential. However, not every retail location has a grand layout with tons of floor space.
VMS
JULY 14, 2021
U.K.-based shopping mall Westfield London has created a 4000-square-foot experience dubbed “For You” that’s designed to display short-form video content from TikTok, reports The Guardian. The “unique IRL experience” unites the best TikTok talent around family, food and fashion. ”The experience of video and retail are becoming increasingly intertwined and to be able to bring TikTok to life together with Westfield London was a challenge that our team relished,” said Holly Harrison, fashion and ret
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
Design Wanted
JULY 14, 2021
British designer Joe Slatter created the white and blue stool using discarded face masks found on the streets of London, which he spun into soft yarn. If you didn’t know by now, face masks are bad for the planet. They might protect us from deadly diseases but their impact on the environment is huge. Disposable masks (especially the blue and white ones that have become an icon of the pandemic era) can contain a mix of paper and polymers, including polypropylene and polyester, which can’t be separ
VMS
JULY 14, 2021
Who would have thought that there would be such a thing as an organization for those who work in visual merchandising? Well, there certainly is: The British Display Society. Established in the 1920s as The British Association of Display Men, in those days, VM was a male-dominated field of work. By 1943, the name was changed to the British Display Association as more women entered the profession.
Talking Retail
JULY 14, 2021
Welsh-based retailer Peter Robinson is this week enjoying not just one re-fitted store but three after he finished refurbishing them all on the same day. Robinson launched the new-look One Stop stores in East End Square, Pembroke; Albion Square, Pembroke Dock; and Charles Street, Milford Haven. The East End Square store has been in Robinson’s. This story continues at Retailer re-launches three stores on the same day.
Retail Design Blog
JULY 14, 2021
Timeless bust forms inspired in the world of Haute Couture, based on craftmanship tradition and the highest quality materials. Elegant.
Advertisement
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
JULY 14, 2021
Prime minister Boris Johnson should not ignore small shops as he proceeds with plans to level up the country, said the NFRN (National Federation of Retail Newsagents). The plea comes ahead of a speech by Johnson which is expected to underline that the regeneration of high streets will be an important part of government regeneration. This story continues at Small stores matter, says NFRN.
Retail Design Blog
JULY 14, 2021
A minimal rustic decorated cafe, Other cafe, interior design by Whitespace. We create the mood and tone to be a.
Talking Retail
JULY 14, 2021
Blakemore Retail has launched its first Spar Market store in Bala, Gwynedd. The new format for the Spar in the Welsh town is designed for larger convenience stores, with a focus on fresh food either for making a meal or takeaway shoppers. The store highlights a range of fresh produce and food from local suppliers, This story continues at Blakemore Retail launches first Spar Market store.
Retail Design Blog
JULY 14, 2021
In 1981, the original building was built at the northwest intersection of Honglian Road and Maliandao Hutong, which served as.
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
JULY 14, 2021
The continuation of compulsory mask-wearing in Scottish shops has been welcomed by retail trade union Usdaw (Union of Shop, Distributive and Allied Workers). The Scottish Government’s decision to make masks mandatory in shops contrasts with the position in England, where government guidance is that customers and stores can make their own choice about mask-wearing after.
Retail Store Windows
JULY 14, 2021
We're not entirely sure how we feel about this scheme. Hmmmmm. We suspect that if this was any other brand we would probably thrown it a cursory glance and moved on. Whimsical, cartoon, child-like 'stuff' doesn't really do anything for us personally although of course you may love it. Collaborations do however invigorate the high street and this is one of the more visual schemes out there and while the products of course are beautiful the scheme itself will be one that we will pop into the archi
VMS
JULY 14, 2021
(PRESS RELEASE) It’s summer, and your whole being is dripping with bronzed, golden goodness. The bright sun beats down and brings out the golden glow, both inside and out. You feel the world begin to warm and soon everything is passing by in a wild, wonderful haze. Our first “Drawing Board” collection focuses on this summery golden glow. With The Drawing Board – Golden Glow, we are taking designs that were created for specific projects or that never “made it off the drawing board” and offe
Mindful Design
JULY 14, 2021
Sweet Life is an arcade game room with an adjacent candy store that offers a complete fun experience to families looking for amusement in Uvalde, Texas. We have recently completed the interior of both areas by dreaming up an inviting arcade room design and a bright and colorful candy shop. While the game room gives […]. The post Sweet Life Candy Store and Arcade Room Design by Mindful Design Consulting appeared first on Mindful Design Consulting.
Advertisement
Are you considering moving away from a monolith platform and over to composable architecture? Join experts from Google Cloud, GroupBy, and Orium as they discuss the benefits of moving to a modular digital experience platform. In this masterclass, uncover key indicators that show your brand is ready for a modular DXP, and learn how to lay the foundation for composable commerce.
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
363 
Let's personalize your content