September, 2024

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Make a statement with signs and graphics

Retail Focus

Graphics, and signs in particular, have long been associated with shops. While these have moved on from the traditional signs that once adorned the front of shops, the purpose very much remains the same – getting people inside to browse and purchase products. Of course, nowadays, signs and graphics now also play a major role in creating a certain environment for shoppers.

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Mosaic to axe five brands in rescue plan: here’s the list

Inside Retail

Mosaic Brands will “wind down” five of its brands to focus on its other five businesses as it struggles to remain afloat due to operational issues. The brands to be wound down are Rockmans, Autograph, Crossroads, W Lane and BeMe, as part of what Mosaic Brands CEO Erica Berchtold calls a Focus on Core plan. This will allow the company to capitalise and invest in Millers, Noni B, Rivers, Katies, and its standalone online Mosaic marketplace. “Each of those core brands will have a

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da bureau scatters white stone blocks into footwear concept store in moscow

Design Boom

da bureau constructs a cobalt-blue ribbon to guide customers through the store, which doubles as seating and display. The post da bureau scatters white stone blocks into footwear concept store in moscow appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Create Your Ideal Vanity with Ideal Standard’s Perfect Basin and Furniture Match

Design Middleeast

Ideal Standard’s basin and furniture combinations offer a vast array of options for creating the perfect vanity area. The launch of the new Finesse collection means that all four of the manufacturer’s core furniture ranges have been created with cross-compatibility as a key attribute, highlighting a commitment to creating personalised and versatile bathroom solutions that cater to any style preferences and functional needs.

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Is Your Business AI-Ready? Find Out with Orium’s Maturity Model

Generative AI is poised to redefine B2B, but scaling AI success in this space isn’t without obstacles. From fragmented data sources and complex buyer journeys to operational inefficiencies, the road to AI-powered growth can be challenging. To achieve a competitive edge, understanding your organization’s AI-readiness is essential. Orium's Data & AI Maturity Model provides a quick, actionable way to assess your starting point.

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Panic Buttons Aren’t Enough: A Holistic Approach to Retail Worker Safety 

Theatro

Panic Button on the Sales Floor New York Governor Kathy Hochul recently signed the Retail Worker Safety Act into law, requiring retailers with 50 or more employees to implement safety measures like better lighting, adequate staffing, and employee training, alongside installing panic buttons. These buttons, when pressed, immediately dispatch local law enforcement.

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Schemata Architects transforms 145-year-old townhouse into Le Labo flagship

Dezeen

Tokyo studio Schemata Architects has combined Japanese and Western designs inside a traditional wooden townhouse in Kyoto to create a store for perfumery brand Le Labo. The building, otherwise known as a machiya, is located in the Kiyamachi area and has been revamped to incorporate Le Labo 's typical finishes while respecting its 145-year-old architecture.

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Harvey Norman faces class action over junk extended warranties

Inside Retail

Household goods retailer Harvey Norman is facing a class action for allegedly selling unnecessary and worthless extended warranties to customers. The extended warranty, called ‘Product Care’, is sold with products such as electronics and white goods, claiming to provide extra protection to consumers who experience faulty products. However, Echo Law’s class action alleges that the warranty offers no value to consumers, as the protection it provides is no more than the rights and

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tree canopies shade lakeside commercial hub by YIIIE architects in chengdu

Design Boom

the design emphasizes openness on all sides, creating new scenarios that encourage interaction with the environment. The post tree canopies shade lakeside commercial hub by YIIIE architects in chengdu appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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GROHE Launches First Saudi-Made Sanitary Products

Design Middleeast

GROHE, a leading global brand for complete bathroom solutions and kitchen fittings, has become the first global sanitary brand to offer products made in Saudi Arabia, with a new manufacturing facility in Dammam dedicated to GROHE brand products. GROHE is an integral part of the strong brand portfolio of LIXIL, which is a maker of pioneering water and housing products.

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Vegan plant-based pizza company turns up the heat in Morrisons’ frozen aisle

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! One Planet Pizza, the fast-growing plant-based pizza company, is launching in Morrison’s nationwide from October with a frozen category first, a plant-based Tex Mex pizza. Following a strong performance in Asda, growing +41% year on year1 as the demand for great quality vegan options surges, chefs at One Planet Pizza have developed a new recipe to provid

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eCommerce in 2025: How Customer Experience Drives Online Retail Success

Speaker: Jennifer Wright and Nick Barron

2025 is right around the corner, and with it comes a new wave of consumer expectations, competitive pressures, and operational challenges. Success lies in finding the balance between operational flexibility and creating experiences that keep customers coming back. The future of retail belongs to those who can stay ahead of shifting customer preferences and marketing trends. 🔮 In this session, we’ll dive deep into what it takes to keep customers engaged and your operations nimble, no matt

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Akunok: Abstracta’s acoustic office furniture for peaceful reflection and rest

Design Wanted

“When we started thinking about the project we tried to visualize the sound, how it travels through space and how […] The post Akunok: Abstracta’s acoustic office furniture for peaceful reflection and rest appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Digital transformation: the evolving role of artificial intelligence in retail

Retail Focus

While artificial intelligence, or AI if you prefer, is not an entirely new concept to retailers, the way it is being used and rolled out in shops and stores, as well as online, is changing at a rapid pace. From the use of chatbots to direct customers to the correct department while shopping on their mobile device or computer, through to sophisticated inventory management that helps retailers operate easier, the potential for AI in retail is far-reaching.

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Australia’s ‘fastest-growing QSR’: KFC opens its 800th restaurant

Inside Retail

KFC has opened its 800th restaurant in Australia – at southwest Sydney’s Oran Park. “We have been the fastest growing quick-service restaurant in Australia over the past six years, opening over 140 restaurants and enjoyed a record-breaking 2023, opening 34 new locations in Australia,” said Kristi Woolrych, GM of KFC South Pacific. “We are focused on creating an unmatched customer experience, and we look forward to continued growth and feeding more KFC fans nationwide.R

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spiral pathways define cylindrical forms in digikala flagship store’s fluid interior

Design Boom

the contrast between the light ceiling, and dark micro-cement floors enhances the visual depth throughout the store. The post spiral pathways define cylindrical forms in digikala flagship store’s fluid interior appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Secrets of a Successful Sale: Optimizing Your Checkout Process

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.

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Seamless Surfaces: Exploring the Benefits of Liquid-Applied Finishes with 12 Interior Design Projects

Arch Daily

Discover the advantages of continuous interior finishes: seamless designs that combine aesthetics with practical durability.

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Birkenstock celebrates 250th anniversary with series of books highlighting its journey

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Birkenstock unveils a one-of-a-kind content series: a visual approach to its legacy of quality, craftsmanship and innovation that emphasizes its enduring cultural impact and inspires to write the future. As BIRKENSTOCK celebrates its milestone of 250 years of tradition in shoemaking, the global purpose and Zeitgeist brand launches a captivating series of

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Grecian elegance makes a modern sanctuary in Archeda’s Tulle collection

Design Wanted

The bathroom has evolved significantly from its purely utilitarian roots. Today, it is as much a sanctuary for aesthetics as […] The post Grecian elegance makes a modern sanctuary in Archeda’s Tulle collection appeared first on DesignWanted.

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The Creative Retail Awards Crown the Very Best in Retail, Leisure and Hospitality Design at Their 2024 Awards

Retail Focus

The creative sector was partying last week after the announcement of the winners of the Creative Retail Awards 2024. At a crucial time for the industry, The Creative Retail Awards is the ultimate celebration of innovation and excellence in retail, leisure and hospitality design. It allows retailers and creatives from around the world to compete for glory in a range of categories, culminating in a glittering awards presentation in London, a global hub for the creative industries.

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Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

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

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Savers opens boutique thrift store in Sydney

Inside Retail

Thrift retailer Savers has opened a boutique thrift store on Oxford Street, Darlinghust in Sydney – the first of its kind in Australia. The thrift store opening comes three months after Savers expanded into the suburb of Hoxton Park Prestons. “We’re excited to introduce Sydney shoppers to our first-ever Australian boutique store, a unique concept that takes our Thrift Proud movement to the next level,” said Michael Fisher, Savers Australia MD. “The new store will not only

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gentle monster opens shenzhen store with giant sculptures of sleeping human, bisons & faces

Design Boom

set in water plaza, shenzhen mixc world, the eyewear brand lives up to its name when it opens its store in shenzhen, china, with towering sculptures. The post gentle monster opens shenzhen store with giant sculptures of sleeping human, bisons & faces appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Expert Warns Outdated Workspaces Are Holding Your Business Back

All Work

Employees who are highly engaged, have strong team relationships, and work within an innovative culture experience superior work environments and outcomes. Workspace design has shifted from standardized, cookie-cutter approaches to more nuanced, tailored solutions that align with the specific functional and cultural needs of different regions and industries.

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Ecover and Charity Super.Mkt partner to tackle fashion waste

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Ecover, a pioneer of laundry and cleaning products, has today announced a strategic partnership with the UK’s first-ever multi-charity shop, Charity Super.Mkt, to help tackle fashion waste by encouraging people to donate and buy pre-loved clothing, and to inspire consumers to wash new life into old clothes.

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Industry Shake-Up: 2023 Commerce Trends To Rock Your World

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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Discover the Art of Outdoor Living with Crate and Barrel’s Fresh Collection

Design Middleeast

Crate and Barrel, operated by Majid Al Futtaim Lifestyle, has unveiled its latest outdoor collection for 2024, ‘Live Well Outdoors’, just in time to embrace the cooler months. This year’s collection is a harmonious blend of modern elegance and sustainable innovation, designed to transform your outdoor spaces into havens of style and comfort, perfectly suited to the Middle Eastern climate.

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Hyper-growth health app, Fastic, increases new-user revenues with insights-led personalisation from MoEngage

Retail Focus

Fastic , the world’s largest fasting app and AI-driven leader in weight loss and nutrition tracking, has leveraged advanced personalisation to drive user engagement and revenue growth, partnering with MoEngage , the insights-led customer engagement platform. Fastic has experienced hyper-scale since its launch in 2019, growing registered users of its free intermittent fasting app to an audience of 12.3million.

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Sydney’s vegan burger chain Flave closes

Inside Retail

Plant-based burger chain Flave, launched by ex-Zambrero CEO Stuart Cook, has closed down. Stuart and Samantha Cook launched the vegan fast-food brand amid rapid growth in the plant-based food market and had plans to franchise the chain. However, the two Bondi stores were temporarily closed mid-2023. A shift in consumer habits has been blamed for the brand’s difficulties.

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stainless steel and mirrors reflect keburia retail space’s futuristic interior in georgia

Design Boom

digital monitors around the floor edges, adding a modern twist to the store's interior. The post stainless steel and mirrors reflect keburia retail space’s futuristic interior in georgia appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Sustainability at Retail

Sustainability impacts every nation, company, and person around the world. So much so that, in 2015, the United Nations (UN) issued a call for action by all countries to work toward sustainable development. In response to this and as part of a global Sustainability at Retail initiative, Shop! worked collaboratively with its global affiliates to address these critical issues in this white paper.

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Exploring the boundaries of the world’s most disruptive innovations

Design Wanted

The 8th edition of Digital Design Days returns to Milan from October 6th to 8th, 2024, at Superstudio Più, offering […] The post Exploring the boundaries of the world’s most disruptive innovations appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Kenco introduces Kenco gold indulgence into convenience

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Kenco has announced the launch of the Kenco Gold Indulgence instant coffee into the convenience sector with a new 95g jar format. Available to convenience retailers from October with a retail of £4.89*, Kenco Gold Indulgence provides a premium indulgent experience for the instant category.

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Examples of Sales-Boosting Grocery Store Endcaps

Creative Displays Now

Is your marketing team struggling to come up with endcap display ideas to boost sales in stores? You may just need a few good examples. Successful grocery store endcap displays should be bright and colorful and include the right combination of text and printed images to grab attention and get your message across in mere seconds. What Is the Function of an Endcap?

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Loxton Walk, a new Retail and Leisure Destination in London’s West End

Retail Focus

The Portman Estate and Derwent London have unveiled plans for the launch of Loxton Walk, the West End’s latest retail and leisure destination in the heart of Marylebone. With public space, sustainable design and a new retail offering, Loxton Walk will be an entirely new and carefully curated street for the area. Launching in 2025, Loxton Walk will deliver 28,500 sq ft of new retail and leisure space across 17 ground floor units, accessible via four new avenues from George Street, Blandford Stree

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Is Your Brand AI-Ready? Find Out with Orium’s Maturity Model

Generative AI is reshaping retail, but achieving true AI success isn’t simple. Many brands face hurdles—underdeveloped data strategies, limited AI-ready infrastructure, or lack of seamless integration across systems. As you explore how AI can boost efficiency and transform customer experiences, understanding your business’s readiness is key. Orium's Data & AI Maturity Model offers a clear starting point.