Inside Retail
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
Woolworths Group booked lower profit in the first half, attributed to the 17-day industrial action impacting its supermarket business last December and a trend of customers seeking more value when shopping. The group’s net profit fell 20.6 per cent to $739 million after earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) slid 14.2 per cent to $1.45 billion.
Retail Focus
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Research from inclusive payments platform, Ecommpay, has found that merchants place more value on the practical elements of a payment provision than on a personal recommendation or even cost. Over half (57%) of merchant respondents selected functionality as one of their top three criteria when choosing a payment provider. This was followed by 53% choosing reliability and 51% speed.
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Design Boom
FEBRUARY 19, 2025
the casa LOEWE shanghai tiles are made from materials sourced from the mountains of eastern spain. The post casa LOEWE shanghai opens with facade clad in 35,536 individual golden ceramic tiles appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Retail Times
FEBRUARY 2, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! As more families choose to shop at M&S, the retailer has invested in the price of over 300 family favourite products – as it re-affirms its commitment to delivering trusted value and everyday low prices on the products that matter most to its 32m customers.
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AI is rapidly transforming digital commerce, but how do you separate real opportunities from hype? Moderated by Orium, AI for Commerce: Foundations, Aspirations, and Hype , experts from Bloomreach , commercetools , Contentstack , and Fluent Commerce explores where AI is already delivering results and where its potential is still unfolding. This masterclass dives into proven AI applications, emerging innovations , and the gaps between promise and reality in commerce.
Mindful Design
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Generally catering to a younger crowd, boba tea shops are social hubs, Instagram hotspots, and fast-paced businesses that need a well-thought-out layout to thrive. Striking the right balance between aesthetics and efficiency means you’ll be able to serve as many customers as possible, make your employees’ job easier, and end up with happy customers.
Dezeen
FEBRUARY 1, 2025
Shoe brand Veja's Brooklyn store by local studio Office JDY features lime-plaster walls and displays, exposed brickwork and an outdoor courtyard wrapped in red-coloured wood. The French footwear company's Williamsburg space was outfitted to reflect its "sustainability-focused ethos and minimalist aesthetic", according to Office JDY. The building's original materials including red brick, concrete blocks and plaster were left exposed in the open sales floor The studio left much of the single-store
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Retail Focus
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
Iconic denim lifestyle brand Levi’s has unveiled a unique storefront takeover – the largest of its kind in Europe – with premium London department store celebrating the campaign launch of REIIMAGINE Chapter II, featuring global icon, Beyonc. Situated on London’s buzzing Oxford Street, the new collaboration sees Levi’s reaffirming its place at the centre of culture and its continued commitment to creating elevated experiences through wholesale partnerships.
Design Boom
FEBRUARY 22, 2025
a balance of openness and enclosure defines the spatial experience. The post funnel-shaped openings bring light within songmont retail space by archstudio in beijing appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Retail Times
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Hilda Jackson, resident of Holbrook Hall care home in Derbyshire, celebrated her 105thbirthday with a vibrant rave, complete with glowsticks, a birthday cake and a mountain of party food and decorations courtesy of Aldi.
CAAD
FEBRUARY 21, 2025
How Location Defines the Personality of a Retail Space Store design is not just about aesthetics or functionality; it reflects the environment in which it is located. Local architecture, climate, culture, and consumer habits all influence the configuration of commercial spaces. Brands like Aesop have understood this dynamic and made it their signature, designing each store as a tribute to its location.
Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon
This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia
Retail Bound
FEBRUARY 13, 2025
I saw my first magic show when I was a 4th grader. It was at a county fair and the magician, dressed in a multicolored clown suit, asked for volunteers and no one raised their hands. “Anyone? Anyone? This is a super cool trick!” Sadly, his warm enthusiasm was met with icy silence. I felt so bad for him and vowed to never be in that position when I grew up.
Inside Retail
FEBRUARY 3, 2025
Transitioning one of Australias leading beauty retailers from a pureplay e-commerce operation to a truly entrenched omnichannel business has been a really positive experience, Sacha Laing, Adore Beauty CEO, told Inside Retail. Becoming an integrated omnichannel retailer meant that a lot of the businesss back-end processes had to be re-engineered with its brand partners and internal teams.
Retail Focus
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
A garden water pump is an essential tool for anyone looking to maintain their garden efficiently. Whether you’re watering plants, emptying a pond, or handling drainage issues, selecting the right water pump for your needs is crucial. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the different types of garden water pumps available and how to choose the one that suits your outdoor requirements.
Design Boom
FEBRUARY 8, 2025
the velvety yet granular green hues of the dessert appear across paint, terrazzo, and mosaics, accented with berry red fixtures above. The post lime-green engulfs museLAB’s curving display systems at sorbet showroom in mumbai appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Speaker: Benjamin Woll, Tiffany Spizzo, and Jaime Santos Alcón
Enterprise commerce is evolving fast, and brands relying on rigid, one-size-fits-all solutions risk losing agility. But modernization doesn’t have to mean disruption. In this webinar, we’ll explore how an extensible, modular approach empowers brands to integrate new capabilities, enhance performance, and scale efficiently—all while leveraging Shopify’s strengths.
Retail Times
FEBRUARY 13, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! New research from American Express reveals three key trends in how UK consumers plan to prioritise their spend in the year ahead. Surveying 2,000 adults, the findings include: Experience Seekers:Brits are looking forward to an experience-filled 2025, with appetite for attending bigger events alongside smaller, regular treats.
CAAD
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
A Paradigm Shift in Retail Design Retail is undergoing a revolution. The transformation of commercial spaces into retail parks is a growing trend that responds to new consumer habits and the need for immersive experiences. Far from traditional enclosed shopping malls , these new formats aim to connect with the environment and offer a more open, flexible, and sustainable shopping experience.
Design Middleeast
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Adeera partners with the Architecture and Design Commission to reflect Saudi culture in its hotel brands Stefan Leser Adeera CEO & Dr. Sumayah Al-Soliman ADC CEO sign an MoU Hotel Management Company Adeera , has entered into a memorandum of understanding with the Architecture and Design Commission (ADC), marking a strategic partnership to authentically reflect Saudi Arabias rich culture in Adeeras hotel brands.
Inside Retail
FEBRUARY 16, 2025
Last year, retailers worldwide grappled with stockouts, overstocking, and shrinkage. This year, the challenge remains just as pressing. As supply chains grow more complex and consumer expectations shift, maintaining the right inventory balance is becoming increasingly difficult and the cost of getting it wrong is high. Lost sales, frustrated customers, and weakened brand loyalty are all at stake.
Speaker: David Nisbet, Everett Zufelt, and Michaela Weber
Once upon a time, in the vast realm of online commerce, there lived a humble checkout button overlooked by many. Yet, within its humble click lay the power to transform a mere visitor into a loyal customer. 🧐 💡 Getting checkout right can mark the difference between a successful sale and an abandoned cart, yet many businesses fail to make payments a part of their commerce strategy even when it has a direct impact on revenue.
Retail Focus
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
Ghalia BOUSTANI. Retail Consultant | Published author | Visiting lecturer An Exploration of Neo-Surrealism This year, the Maison & Objet fair took a bold turn with its theme, Sur/Reality. This neo-surrealist concept, as surprising as it is inspiring, perfectly embodies the fair’s mission: to push the boundaries of commerce, encourage the discovery of unexpected products, and delight visitors at every moment.
Design Boom
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
semi-exterior spaces and wood elements connect LAB with neighboring buildings. The post architrip’s retail space curves between two existing shops in fukushima appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Retail Times
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Marylebone is welcoming some exciting new arrivals at Concord Londons rare new development, Marylebone Square, in the heart of the village. Following the completion of the areas first entire, newly created city block for more than 50 years, independent coffee specialist, Special Guests, healthcare brand, Neko Health, Swiss brand, USM Modular Furniture, s
Retail Bound
FEBRUARY 20, 2025
Selecting a good hardware development partner can be crucial to the success of your project and company. The number of times a client comes to us after having a bad experience with another firm or agency is more frequent than anyone would like. With the number of options on the market, knowing who to trust can be tricky. Some founders are swayed by lowest prices, only to be disappointed with the quality of work.
Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive
Let's set the record straight: in-store retail isn't dead - it's evolving! Faced with the digital age and the demands of omnichannel shopping, some retailers are thriving while others are struggling to adapt. Join Jay Black in this exclusive session as he explores the strategies that set successful stores apart, including: Crafting unique and unforgettable in-store experiences 🛍️ Mastering the art of retail demands 🛒 Navigating inventory challenges in today's climate 📦 an
Design Middleeast
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Nitin Nadukandy, CEO of HTS Interiors, highlights the importance of balancing technology with human creativity and personal relationships in design Nitin Nadukandy, Founder and CEO of HTS Interiors Nitin Nadukandy, Founder and CEO of HTS Interiors , underscores the need for a balance between technology and human expertise in design. He emphasises that while digital tools enhance efficiency, personal relationships, and creativity remain essential to successful outcomes.
Inside Retail
FEBRUARY 12, 2025
Panthera Group is set to sell the Terrace Central Shopping Centre in the Hunter Valley, hoping to attract bids from private, syndicate and institutional investors. Besides a Woolworths supermarket and BWS liquor store, which account for 51 per cent of turnover and have signed a lease renewal through to 2032 the centre is home to The Reject Shop, Australia Post, a medical centre, pharmacy, and other retailers, with non-discretionary retail.
Retail Focus
FEBRUARY 1, 2025
Renowned men’s personal care brand, Dr Squatch has achieved international success leading on from its partnership with J&J Global Fulfilment. Dr Squatch, which had already achieved an astounding level of success in the United States, partnered with one of the UKs leading eCommerce fulfilment specialists, J&J Global Fulfilment to support growth in the United Kingdom, Europe, and Australia.
Retail Works Inc
FEBRUARY 5, 2025
Five tips on the fifth of each month: What five things can you do in one month to make a difference on your selling floor? Tulips Everywhere – Think tulips and lots of them. Imagine hundreds of silk tulips packed into metal buckets, painted containers, or glass vases. Scatter them throughout your store: a dozen on pedestals in the window, more on tables, shelves, and countertops.
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Outdated platforms are costing you sales. Legacy platforms like Salesforce SiteGenesis and SFRA can slow innovation, increase maintenance costs, and frustrate customers. This playbook provides a strategic roadmap to modernizing your Salesforce B2C Commerce platform using a composable approach to transition to faster, scalable, and flexible e-commerce solutions —without disrupting your business.
Retail Times
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Raju Sauces, a Manchester-based start-up, has secured listings in Ocado and Selfridges London for itsrange of sauces, which fuse favours from different cultures. The three-strong line-up: Hot Lime Pickle, Sweet Chilli Mango and Tangy Tamarind BBQ sauce are already available in delis and c-stores, as well as online.
Design Week
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
If you walked past a newsstand yesterday, you’d have been struck by a strange visual. Every major national newspaper – and a host of regional ones too – ran exactly the same front page wrap, calling on the UK government to protect creatives against unfettered AI training.
Design Middleeast
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
Pauline Madani’s ‘Renewal’ Art Installation Debuts at Sikka Art Festival 2025: Innovation and Sustainability Highlighted by Studio Thirteen and Nordic Homeworx Pauline Madani, Founder of Nordic Homeworx Renewal embodies a shared dedication to innovation and design. Design Middle East speaks with Pauline Madani, Founder of Nordic Homeworx , as she explores the impact of sustainability, creativity, and collaboration.
Inside Retail
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
Australia and New Zealands leading pureplay online fashion, lifestyle and sporting destination has had a year of evolution; with seemingly smooth transitions overhauling the businesss order warehouse management system (OWMS), building a new B2B platform business and tackling the intricate returns issue. The Iconic CEO Jere Calmes stepped into the role in July 2023 with a vision to replicate the growth, operational efficiencies and opportunities he implemented at Lamoda Group, a leading online fa
Speaker: Ashlee Aldridge - Reach Partners LLC | Bill Mirabito - Chameleon Collective | Ronak Shah - PSA Retail & CPG, Amazon Web Services | Wayne Teigen - Pivotree
What trends can online merchants expect after more than two years of exponential growth? Companies must expand on the trends that exploded during the pandemic if they want to see continued growth in their businesses while facing a recessionary economy. From social commerce to BOPIS, the name of the game is to meet and sell to customers wherever they are, through multiple channels.
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