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sci-fi elements & celestial references decorate HAYDEN interior in china

Design Boom

the brand adopts the concept of the 'black hole' to break the definition of beauty. The post sci-fi elements & celestial references decorate HAYDEN interior in china appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Brusnika in the South of Russia (Sochi) by Tatiana Kazantseva

Retail Design Blog

Brusnika ( Russian for “lingonberry”) is a Russian brand creating clothes for women of diverse age, size and world outlook.

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Harrods open second beauty emporium H beauty in Milton Keynes

Retail Focus

Following the launch of its inaugural store in Lakeside, Essex in September 2020, Harrods has announced the opening of its next stand-alone H beauty destination in centre:mk, Milton Keynes. The 29,000 sq.ft. space brings together a diverse portfolio of premium brands, must-have products and exceptional beauty services and experiences. The latest H beauty is an experiential wonderland where beauty addicts and novices alike can find their forever-favourites as well as some of the industry’s most f

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Booktopia earnings double in third quarter

Inside Retail

The continued rise in online shopping has delivered online bookseller Booktopia another strong period, with third quarter underlying EBITDA up 267 per cent to $4.2 million and revenue hitting $65 million – a 53 per cent growth on the same period last year. And, due to improvements made in Booktopia’s distribution centre in Lidcome , Sydney, the business was able to ship 45 per cent more product during the quarter, from 1.44 million to 2.09 million items.

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Get MACH Ready: Preparing Your Business for Digital Transformation

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.

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sci-fi elements & celestial references decorate HAYDON interior in china

Design Boom

the brand adopts the concept of the 'black hole' to break the definition of beauty. The post sci-fi elements & celestial references decorate HAYDON interior in china appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Microsoft is looking for a new default font after 14 years of Calibri

Design Week

Microsoft is replacing its default font for the first time in 14 years and asking the public for feedback on potential replacements. Calibri was chosen as the default font for Microsoft programmes like Office, Powerpoint and Outlook in 2007. At the time it replaced Times New Roman. Now Microsoft says that “it’s time to evolve” It has commissioned five original, custom fonts in its search for a new default.

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Woolworths to recycle batteries, mobile phones

Inside Retail

Supermarket Woolworths is further hastening its consumer-facing sustainable initiatives by announcing a battery recycling initiative, with collection units to be placed in every Woolworths store around the country. The units will accept used batteries, as well as mobile phones, in an effort to bump up Australia’s rate of battery recycling – which currently sits at around 10 per cent, lagging behind other developed nations.

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The Do as Raj would do campaign raises over £20,000 for charity

Talking Retail

The Do as Raj would do campaign, in memory of Spar retailer Raj Aggarwal, has so far raised more than £24,000 for two local NHS charities. The initiative, which ran from 19-26 April, urged retailers to donate goods, supplies or products to charities, organisations or individuals most in need in their local communities. Aggarwal, who. This story continues at The Do as Raj would do campaign raises over £20,000 for charity.

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Ascona Group bolsters portfolio with three new forecourts

Retail Times

Ascona Group, one of the UK’s fastest-growing forecourt operators, is pleased to announce the completion of three service stations across Pembrokeshire, Carmarthenshire and Somerset, taking its total portfolio to 59 sites across the UK.

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Amazon has disrupted retail but can they crack the hair and beauty market?

Retail Focus

Last week the news broke that Amazon is launching its first high-tech hair salon in Spitalfields, East London. The salon will feature augmented-reality mirrors allowing clients to virtually experiment with different colours and styles before taking the plunge with real-life treatments. . Brand experience company, Swarm’ s sister company, Folio Mirror debuted Folio Hair at Retail Design (2019) and have been developing the concept and use case ever since.

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From Data to Decisions: Maximizing Retail Potential with AI

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.

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Amazon expands parcel pick up network to Western Australia

Inside Retail

Amazon Australia has today launched its Amazon Hub parcel pick up network in Perth, and added hundreds of new locations across existing networks in New South Wales, Victoria and Queensland. The expansion of its pick up network comes after the surge of Australians having tried online shopping for the first time during the Covid-19 crisis, with the network now available at more than 750 locations across the country.

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Coca-Cola supports UEFA Euro 2020 sponsorship with consumer competitions

Talking Retail

Coca-Cola is set to launch two on-pack competitions as part of its sponsorship of UEFA Euro 2020, in a move designed to “engage consumers whilst on-the-go and at home whilst enjoying football at home with family and friends”. The “Scan. Enter. Win.” competition will run from 25 May across bottles of Coca-Cola Original Taste and. This story continues at Coca-Cola supports UEFA Euro 2020 sponsorship with consumer competitions.

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B&B Studio’s identity for insect-based pet food Aardvark resists “twee” clichés

Design Week

B&B Studio has crafted the new identity for insect-based pet food Aardvark, which imagines “sustainability through a pet’s eyes” As well as designing the logo and wider identity for Aardvark, the London-based studio has also created the packaging. Aardvark hopes to make the world of pet food more sustainable by providing insect-based kibble for cats and dogs.

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Retail Sales Incentive Programs

Retail Focus

Retail sales incentive programs are an excellent way for retailers to reward their most valuable assets—their employees—by showing tangible gratitude. There has been a lot of talk lately about how customer service and retail jobs are on the decline. And while that may be true, it doesn’t mean retailers can’t do anything to show their appreciation for the hard work done by their most valuable assets: the store’s sales associates.

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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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Shopify brings social commerce to Pinterest Australia

Inside Retail

Pinterest and Shopify will extend their partnership to a further 27 countries, including Australia, in a move expected to making social commerce easier on the platform. The partnership will enable Australian businesses to easily bring products to Pinterest and make them shoppable, and allows market-specific feeds, meaning the discovery platform can be used as an online catalogue for brands to show off different products in different markets.

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Spar gets ready for summer with new wine launches

Talking Retail

Spar is rolling out four new wines for its own-label range ahead of the summer. The symbol group is launching its Crisp White and Fresh Rosé wines in 2.25-litre bag in box formats, available from 29 April and retailing at £14.99, the equivalent of three bottles of wine. Adam Georgiou, brand manager from Spar UK, This story continues at Spar gets ready for summer with new wine launches.

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EARTH 300 is a 984-foot atomic superyacht on a mission to save the world

Design Wanted

A futuristic vessel designed for oceanic research, the EARTH 300 is emission-free and powered by nuclear energy. A “science city” on board an explorer vessel is big enough to accommodate 160 scientists and 22 state-of-the-art laboratories. Set for launch in 2025, the EARTH 300 boasts 984 feet in length and will be packed full of green technology with the intent to study climate change and hopefully come up with some solutions.

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Tommy Hilfiger opens new store at Lakeside

Retail Focus

Lakeside, one of the UK’s most popular retail and leisure destinations, owned by property company SGS, is pleased to announce that Tommy Hilfiger has signed to open a new store at the centre. The leading fashion name has taken on a 2,448 sq ft space, with a menswear and womenswear offering. The store joins an exciting line-up of over 300 brands, including Apple, Zara, Mac, H&M, Hugo Boss and Superdry.

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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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How Amazon more than tripled its profits in Q1

Inside Retail

Amazon.com has posted its fourth straight quarter of record profits, thanks to the global shift to online shopping during the Covid-19 pandemic. . The US company revealed in an earnings update on Thursday that it had more than tripled its profits to US$8.1 billion on sales of US$108.5 billion in the quarter ended March 31, 2021, outperforming analyst expectations.

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Ferrero brings back coconut favourite

Talking Retail

Ferrero is bringing back its limited edition Kinder Bueno Coconut variant in response to consumer demand. The variant was first launched in 2017 and will be available this year from May in plain and 60p price-marked packs. Levi Boorer, customer development director at Ferrero, said: “Following the success and positive consumer support Ferrero achieved from.

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Unilever reveals “world’s first adaptive deodorant” for people with disabilities

Design Week

Degree has unveiled the “world’s first adaptive deodorant”, which has been designed for people with visual impairment and upper limb motor disabilities. Degree Inclusive is a collaboration between New York-based Wunderman Thompson and product design studio Sour, which has offices in New York and Turkey. Degree is a Unilever brand and trades variously as Sure, Shield and Rexona.

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New Sky shop to open at Buchanan Street, Glasgow

Retail Focus

Hines, the international real estate firm has announced that Sky, Europe’s leading media and entertainment company, has chosen to open one of its first bricks and mortar retail shops at 229-249 Buchanan Street, Glasgow. Opening on 6th May, the new Sky shop will occupy a 2,500 square feet unit and bring together Sky Mobile, Sky Broadband and Sky TV all in one place.

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Forrester Report: Demystifying The Technical Functions of POS Solutions

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.

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How this former Mercedes-Benz exec was inspired to launch her own start-up

Inside Retail

Like many talented industry professionals last year, Uniek founder Katherine Gracey was motivated to finally take the plunge and launch her own loungewear direct-to-consumer business. Here, we chat with the former head of marketing at Mercedes-Benz about what she learnt from the auto brand, her favourite retailers and why diversity and inclusion are at the heart of her start-up.

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Nomadic Dairy targets commuters with latest advertising campaign

Talking Retail

Nomadic Dairy is launching an out-of-home advertising campaign across tube and train stations across London. The “Yogurt Made Good To Go” campaign will kick-off from 3 May and run for two weeks, focusing on Nomadic’s best-selling Yogurt & Oat Clusters on-the-go range, with POS support in Spar and other independent convenience stores. The brand said.

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Giant Bicycles UK deploys new tech to support over 300 retail partners

Retail Times

Giant Bicycles, one of the world’s top bicycle manufacturers, has introduced new technology into its UK operations to help it work better with its hundreds of retail partners across the country.

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Experimental Perfume Club selects Seven Dials for flagship boutique & laboratory

Retail Focus

Shaftesbury has announced that Experimental Perfume Club (EPC), renowned for its educational and experiential approach to perfumery, has opened the doors to its first ever ‘lab-boutique’ at 53 Monmouth Street in Seven Dials. . Spanning 550 sq ft, the multi-faceted space serves as EPC’s flagship and offers an environment that empowers consumers to explore, understand and create their own fragrance. .

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Mapping Digital Transformation: Retail’s Strategic Shift

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

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Analysis: M&A refocuses in the time of coronavirus

Inside Retail

In the past few years, trading conditions have been harsh for the retailing landscape, and 2020 certainly added extra pressure for most. The impact of Covid-19 has left many consumers with fewer reasons to shop and even fewer ways of doing so. With the onset of the global pandemic, many retailers were struggling to reach their customers. For some, it was due to a lack of e-commerce capability, logistics infrastructure or newly irrelevant products and services.

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After you saw Elon Musks’ ‘MindPong’ monkey, are you ready for these 6 brain-connected tech products?

Design Wanted

Here are six emerging technologies offering a glimpse into the future of brain tech and neural implants… Earlier this month, Elon Musk’s start-up Neuralink announced they created a cyborg monkey who can play MindPong using a brain chip. A 3-minute video showed Pager, a male macaque with chips embedded on each side of its brain, playing the video game with the power of its mind.

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Toast Ale honoured with a Queen’s Award for Enterprise for Sustainable Development

Retail Times

Toast Ale is a social enterprise set up in 2015 to tackle food waste. The brewery works with bakeries to prevent surplus bread from being wasted, using it to produce its popular range of craft beers. The circular economy approach to brewing also reduces the environmental footprint of the beer because less natural resources are required.

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Leeds United dial up the drama in football club store

Retail Focus

Whilst LUFC have been hoping for a winning streak that would shoot them to the top of the table before the end of the season, Design4Retail (D4R) have been busy elevating the Elland Rd club store in collaboration with LUFC’s kit provider, adidas, in time for the reopening of retail on 12 th April. The main task was to e nhance the customer journey via the implementation of several touchpoints that would dial up the drama for brand-led fan engagement.

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2 Retail Sectors That Are Completely Changing the Game: FMCG & Q-Commerce

Speaker: Joe Heather, Deliverect GM (UK&I) & Noah Hayes, Deliverect GM (US&CA)

Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) and Quick Commerce (Q-commerce) are two vibrant sectors that have undergone significant transformations with the advancements in digital technology. With growing internet penetration and the proliferation of smartphones, consumers' purchasing habits have unsurprisingly evolved. They now demand quick, convenient, and seamless shopping experiences, which both FMCG and Q-commerce sectors strive to provide.