Regionalism in store design: how retailers and brands convey local flair
11.12.2024
In our globalized world, retailers are looking for ways to create a bond between their brands and potential customers. To do this, they often rely on local aesthetics for their brick-and-mortar stores that convey a tradition or attitude to life.
Lighting design and interior design: a fascinating interplay
10.12.2024
Sophisticated lighting concepts can add another dimension to the store design of a room. The winning projects of the LIT Lighting Design Awards 2024 show the overwhelming effect this complex interplay of light, space, material and color can have.
Shopfitting with recycled materials
04.12.2024
The circular economy and waste reduction in retail are a lever for greater sustainability – and store furnishings play a central role in this. Recycled materials are conquering the retail sector and show how aesthetically pleasing environmental protection can be.
Flagship boutique Zwaan inspires Delhi with elaborate store design
27.09.2024
In the middle of hectic Delhi, there is an oasis of calm: the flagship boutique of fashion label Zwaan celebrates femininity in all its diversity. Designer Eshita Marwah has used this theme to create an extraordinary store.
Combining art and technology for cutting-edge retail design
10.09.2024
The Changhong Institute for Commercial Store Construction Services exhibited at China in-store 2024. We asked their director about their experience at the trade show and why it is always worth attending the event.
Excellent retail designs celebrate Chinese culture
05.09.2024
The EuroShop RetailDesign Awards China 2024 were presented at a ceremony in Shanghai on 3 September. The award-winning designs represent the pinnacle of retail design in China and are a testament to outstanding creativity and design expertise.
Singapore's shopping destinations offer architecture, action and adventure
14.08.2024
Three shopping destinations in Singapore – including the Apple Store in Marina Bay and two extraordinary malls – show how innovative modern retail concepts can be and how much they enrich the quality of life in a city.
In-store Asia 2024: The who's who of retail met in Mumbai
23.07.2024
The 15th edition of In-store Asia was a resounding success! As the largest trade fair for retail investment on the Indian subcontinent, it offered visitors a platform to discover innovative solutions.
Learning from China's retail insiders: trends at China in-store 2024
13.06.2024
The retail industry in China is known for its dynamism and innovative strength. This is one of the reasons why China in-store 2024 is a must-attend event for anyone interested in the latest trends in the Asian retail world.
Innovative store concepts under the spotlight
12.06.2024
The ERDA China, the EuroShop RetailDesign Award, is a prestigious prize for outstanding retail design projects in Asia. The award will be presented during the China in-store 2024 trade fair.
Lighting design at Harrods elevates the retail experience
05.06.2024
To mark the 175th anniversary of Harrods, Lighting Design International explains its lighting concept for the individual departments of the department store.
Panerai unveils signature design elements of new boutique in Boston
03.06.2024
Located on Newbury Street, the new boutique embodies the brand’s center pillars: Italianity, the world of the sea, Modern Heroes, and technicity.
Coach’s new Salt Lake City store features fully circular surfacing
27.05.2024
Fashion house Coach’s reopened a store that is outfitted with fully recycled and recyclable plastic panels made from waste.
Cutting-edge retail trends at In-store Asia 2024
22.05.2024
Like no other trade fair in the Asia-Pacific region, In-store Asia offers a comprehensive range of retail solutions and trend-oriented insights: from June 13 to 15, 2024 in Mumbai.
Mining history meets modern market culture at Edeka Hundrieser
14.05.2024
Essen in the Ruhr region was a center of the mining industry. The architecture and design team made reference to this tradition when redesigning the Edeka Hundrieser.
Dior unveils exceptional new boutique in Geneva
15.04.2024
Maison Dior has inaugurated its latest boutique in Geneva, the epicenter of fashion and luxury. The spectacular architecture of the flagship is signed by Christian de Portzamparc.
Jordan World of Flight Beijing Sanlitun opens in China
03.04.2024
Jordan World of Flight Beijing Sanlitun opened on March 23 as the first WOF store in China. The store's aesthetic is designed to be purposely distinct.
Opening of the Apple store Jing'an in Shanghai
22.03.2024
The new Apple Store in Shanghai features a big plaza for events, special sessions that celebrate local culture, and an open, round store design.
Singapore welcomes Le Chocolat Maxime Frédéric
07.03.2024
Le Chocolat Maxime Frédéric, located in the Louis Vuitton Marina Bay Sands flagship in Singapore, is the first Louis Vuitton chocolate shop outside France.
Printemps upcycles its decor
06.03.2024
As part of its commitment to a environmentally responsible store design, Printemps is increasing the use of upcycled materials to decorate its retail spaces.
Lighting technology by Imoon renovates retailing formats
06.03.2024
Energy efficiency and experiential design are driving innovation in the retail industry. Lighting design is emerging as a key element for sustainability and the creation of immersive shopping experiences.
Innovative Porsche Studio opens in downtown Singapore
06.02.2024
Featuring a multitude of innovative features, the new Porsche Studio Singapore presents a modern design with unique Singaporean touches.
China in-store 2023 showcases high-quality designs and retail solutions
13.12.2023
A triumphant return: following a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, China in-store 2023 left both visitors and exhibitors inspired.
Swarovski unveils its dazzling new Korea flagship store
07.12.2023
Located within the lush oasis of one of Seoul’s most popular destinations, the Swarovski Dosan Park flagship store is a luxurious and immersive retail experience.
German Interior Design Award 2023
05.12.2023
On September 29th, 2023, the Association of German Interior Designers bestowed the German Interior Design Award, 2023, in recognition of exceptional craftsmanship by interior designers in Germany.
The world’s largest LEGO® store unveiled
22.11.2023
The LEGO Group, in partnership with Alquemie Group, today unveiled the world’s largest LEGO® store. Situated at Sydney Arcade, overlooking Pitt Street Mall in the heart of Sydney, the impressive 900sqm store spans two levels to create a new record for the largest LEGO store globally.
This coffee shop design is an ode to Mexican coffee culture
21.11.2023
Open industrial style meets warm wood and clay brick textures at this Kali Coffee Roasters café. Created by architecture and design studio Concéntrico, the interior of the new coffee shop has been interpreted as a visual and sensory journey through the coffee-making process.
Newly-renovated UNIQLO Paris Opera store opened
26.09.2023
Apparel retailer UNIQLO announced the reopening of the UNIQLO Paris Opera store on September 15, following an eight-month renovation.
Bang & Olufsen and Ferrari celebrates the Ferrari Collection
14.09.2023
Bang & Olufsen and Ferrari hosted a celebration event on Tuesday, the 29 of August at the Ferrari Flagship Store in the heart of Milan.
Swarovski Optik opens its first store worldwide
09.08.2023
The design of the new Swarovski Optik store in Wattens, Austria, is based on the love of nature.
China in-store 2023: The longed-for return of the B2B retail trade show
08.08.2023
After a two-year pandemic break, the renowned China in-store trade show is finally returning. From November 29 to December 1, 2023, the Shanghai New International Expo Center will once again be the meeting place for trade visitors from the retail industry.
New Lotus London flagship store opens in Mayfair
07.08.2023
Apple opens first retail store in India
01.08.2023
On April 18, 2023, Apple opened its first store in India. In addition to the products themselves, the focus here is on the customer experience and service. The architecture and energy supply of the building are also remarkable.
"Coach Airways": retail concept store within a plane
05.07.2023
Freeport A’Famosa Outlet is proud to unveil the world’s first Coach Airways, a unique retail concept store and café housed in a transformed 1981 Boeing 747-230B aircraft.
Canal Walk Shopping Centre: enjoy your shopping experience at Cape Town's largest mall
09.05.2023
EuroShop, the World's No. 1 Retail Trade Fair is an international event that brings exhibitors and visitors from all over the world together in Düsseldorf.
Jordan World of Flight opens in Tokyo
09.05.2023
Last December, the first Jordan World of Flight store opened in Milan. This concept aims to celebrate the legacy and future of the basketball culture. The next opening quickly followed in March 2023.
Designing bookstores for the reading renaissance
18.04.2023
If you follow Barnes & Noble's press releases lately, it's not uncommon to read about new store openings. Barnes & Noble (B&N) attributes the expansion of its store network to “a reading renaissance and renewed enthusiasm for physical bookstores”.
Esprit Digital's "LUMOS" technology illuminates PUMA Singapore's award-winning retail flagship
14.03.2023
Store Design Stage @ EuroShop 2023
10.03.2023
One topic that never fails to excite visitors to EuroShop is store design. The dimension Shop Fitting, Store Design & Visual Merchandising is not only a feast for the eyes, it also visualizes impressively clearly the great effect design has on the customer experience and the success of a store.
EuroShop 2023: Emotions, impressions, experiences
09.03.2023
Five days of EuroShop with eight dimensions, a packed supporting program, and plenty of highlights: That was EuroShop 2023.
TegoClassic: reliable shelving that fits perfectly
01.02.2023
The TegoClassic modular shelving system has a load capacity of up to 460 kg and facilitates optimal use of the available shop floor thanks to the flexible design with a 50 or 25 mm pitch. The European production locations of Tegometall guarantee short transport routes and delivery times for both small- and large-scale production.
Store designs that amaze
18.01.2023
The nominees of the EuroShop RetailDesign Award (ERDA) 2023 showcase outstanding store designs in retail and hospitality.
From apocalypse to tradition: The best Chinese store designs 2022
18.01.2023
The EuroShop RetailDesign Award China 2022 was awarded to the best store designs in the Chinese retail industry for the most stunning designs
Urban planning challenges: managing change in times of crisis
12.01.2023
The rise of digitization and online retail businesses put retailers in city centers under pressure like never before. Over the past years, climate change, the COVID-19 pandemic and the war in Ukraine have only added to mounting concerns. The future of urban centers and brick-and-mortar retail seems more uncertain than ever before.
Wilson pop-up store about the brand's role in the 2021 U.S. Open
10.01.2023
This 4600-sq.-ft. pop-up in New York City focuses on celebrating Wilson’s 108-year brand history and as a tie-in to the 2021 U.S. Open. Wilson hoped to capture the energy and excitement of that marquee event.
Vital city centers: Market hall 2.0?
28.12.2022
Open spaces, greenery, a lake – Meerstad is a popular district of Groningen that already offers many amenities but strives for more. The Dutch suburb plans to build 5,000 new homes in addition to a connected, interactive social space, which will serve as a place for residents to shop, gather, and eat. The SuperHub was designed to embody these objectives.
Store Tour on Düsseldorf's luxury mile Kö
21.12.2022
A store tour at the EuroShop trade press day already gave a good preview of the topics retailers are dealing with and the means and measures they are using to attract customers to their stores despite economically challenging times.
From shopfitting to exhibition stand construction: three components. endless possibilities
24.11.2022
If you want a successful shopfitting concept, you must embrace flexibility in your design. Today’s consumers are craving a unique retail experience in an attractive ambiance with highlights that capture attention through their presentation.
Visual merchandising: retail window displays done right
23.09.2022
First impressions count – nowhere is this more evident than when it comes to store window displays. Only those who catch the eye of the consumer earn their attention. We have compiled some dos and don’ts of how retailers can create window displays that turn heads and drive sales and mistakes they should avoid at all costs.
Retail Store Concept: Reimagining Traditional Shopping
19.09.2022
The new store of Spanish fashion brand Zara on Madrid’s Plaza de España not only entices shoppers with its design but also addresses topics that modern consumers continue to embrace: returns management, sustainability, and innovative checkout systems.
The ecological footprint of shopfitting: Every pebble counts
23.08.2022
We only have one world. Increasing climate extremes such as droughts, wildfires, floods, and storms make us painfully aware of this simple fact. The retail community is exploring ways to reduce its ecological footprint. For inspiration, we have collected some great store construction and shopfitting examples that illustrate how retail companies save energy and resources.
Materials and Surfaces: how nice-to-have aspects turned into must-have elements
19.04.2022
Environmentally friendly actions and shopfitting systems have long been a critical requirement in retail environments according to Swantje Donath, Shop Consultant at umdasch The Store Makers. But what does that mean exactly?
All that glitters is gold (themed): A closer look at Sydney’s SUBTYPE store design
16.02.2022
SUBTYPE first opened its doors in Sydney in 2014 as a destination for customers on the hunt for premium sneakers. In subsequent years, SUBTYPE opened more stores across Australia and New Zealand featuring collections from local and global streetwear labels.
Branding without compromise: fusing store design and technology
06.12.2021
Unique retail shop designs invite you on a journey through the store. Satvinder Singh told us how the work of a design specialist in India has changed and what role technology and sustainability play in this setting.
Store Design: The Smell of Nature
03.11.2021
“We love fragrances” – the natural fragrance manufactory TAOASIS declares on its homepage and that is exactly what visitors sense at the company’s store in the Bikini Berlin shopping mall.
Hybrid showroom: the best of both worlds?
01.09.2021
Some say shopping online is easy and convenient – just a few digital clicks and your purchase is complete. Others love to come to a physical store because they crave the tactile experience of shopping. They want to inspect, touch, and feel the products before they buy them.
One Retail Space, Multiple Brands: The Selfridges Corner Shop
07.07.2021
Gucci, Prada, Burberry – at the corner store? Selfridges, the UK chain of high-end department stores with its iconic landmark store on London’s Oxford Street, now has a pop-up store where customers can explore more than just luxury labels.
Visual Marketing: Capturing the Customer’s Attention
10.02.2021
Catching the customer’s eye, boosting sales – two paramount objectives for any retailer. The new study titled "Exploratory Shopping: Attention Affects In-store Exploration and Unplanned Purchasing" shows ways to grab customer attention that go beyond the typical aisle shelf space.
Customized lighting: The marriage of technology and creative design
27.05.2020
The Italian company Imoon has already done the right lighting for big food retailers like Carrefour, Coop, E.Leclerc, Warner’s Budgens and Globus. Charismatic Pierluigi Gusmani talks about the current developments of customized solutions and his fascination about lighting design.
Tokyo Stores: The Capital of Shopping
26.05.2020
The most progressive store décor, the most inventive displays, the most courteous service, the most exquisite products, the largest selection, the most elaborate packaging: Until you’ve seen Tokyo, you don’t yet know what the most seductive form of contemporary shopping has to offer.
Light up the world with a smile: Natura in Barcelona
20.05.2020
Pink flamingos adorn the walls in the entrance area of Natura in Barcelona. The name reflects the essence of the store: the sales floor features natural colors, wooden design elements, greenery walls, and warm light.
Visual merchandising trends in the retail sector
11.05.2020
It is becoming increasingly important for retailers to create visual experiences, but also to be able to transform them quickly and easily, because consumers are also shopping with their eyes.
A little bit of paradise in the heart of Barcelona: LaBo
07.05.2020
Anyone who enters this store in Barcelona is instantly transported into another world. The store lets customers dream about summer vacations and offers matching footwear.
Shopfitting & Store Design: The Dimension of beautiful things
18.02.2020
The gathering of the best: The dimension Shopfitting & Store Design reveals trendsetting concepts for shop fitting worldwide. Here you will find inspiration for modern materials, forms and functions. Prepare for amazing!
Spotlights on! Magnificent lighting for your store
16.02.2020
The best assistant you can find in the store? Your lighting! It can set highlights, create a feel-good atmosphere and thus also raise the mood of the customers – also smart-controlled.
Retail holiday decorations: trends for the 2019/20 season
18.06.2019
Annetta Palmisano from the style agency bora.herke.palmisano explains which design trends are defining Christmas decorations.
Power floor: power store
05.06.2019
Sales promotion is also a matter of the floor. Take the time for some inspiration and discover different designs from colorful to patterned to natural and neutral in practical examples.
Award winning apothecary design: in space
21.05.2019
If you enter the newly designed Schubert pharmacy, you will directly feel comfortable. After the modernization, the premises score with a holistic appearance that is both concise and modern.
Nike House of Innovation No 1 in Shanghai
13.05.2019
In Shanghai, Nike launched the first "House of Innovation". The EuroShop team was on site on the occasion of C-star 2019 and visited the store.
Expert tips: The best flooring options for your retail store
06.05.2019
You need a new look for the flooring in your store – you have many options and they must be considered carefully. Industry experts told us what the different types of flooring from vinyl to carpet all the way to renovation lacquer systems have to offer.
Best Stand Awards and Best Customer Journey at C-star 2019
26.04.2019
At C-star, solution providers presented their innovations and inspiring features for retailers to an audience of retail experts. Watch the video to see the award-winning stands in the categories "Best Stand Award" and "Best Customer Journey".
Review of in-store asia 2019 – powered by EuroShop
05.04.2019
Already for the 12th time in-store asia, the biggest trade fair with congress especially for the trade in India, took place in March 2019. Over 7,000 visitors came to the Bombay Convention & Exhibition Centre, to find out about exciting new in-store displays and retail technology solutions from roughly 120 exhibitors.
Fashion Spaces: Fashion expressed through architectural sites
13.03.2019
Interview with Vésma Kontere McQuillan, Oslo/Norway, about her concept of "Fashion Spaces", the Prada Epicenter in New York City and the requirements of retail design studies.
New store concept for a non-profit project of Weißer Rabe
14.02.2019
Shopping with a good feeling: This was the core idea behind the new store design for the Weisse Raben in Munich. The GebrauchtWarenHaus was generously expanded and redesigned.
Exhibition Design: Where does the path lead?
16.01.2019
Trade fair presentations are out? Not at all! This is what Prof. Harry Vetter, expert for exhibition architecture at the PBSA - Peter Behrens School of Arts, believes. The ideas for the Designer's Village of the EuroShop sprout from his student rows, by the way. Enjoy the interview with him and Elke Moebius, Director EuroShop!
dlv Tokyo tour 2018: luxury, tradition, and new trends
13.11.2018
In collaboration with EuroShop, the dlv - Netzwerk Ladenbau e.V. shopfitters and suppliers network organizes a tour to a major city of the world once a year. Tour participants visit trendsetting locations that captivate with unique store designs, this time: Tokyo.
Retail Design: The key to it is communication
16.10.2018
Prof. Zimmermann has spent many years working in the communications industry. This included a position as CEO at BBDO Germany and Pleon Europe and also as professor in strategic communication and co-founder of the Retail Design course at PBSA (the Peter Behrens School of Arts) in Düsseldorf.
Create accents in the store: Inspirational decorative lights
05.10.2018
Varied shapes, styles and materials: the choice of lights is wide - from the rustic version with metals or wood, to simple modern and playful romantic.
Chicago: always worth a (shopping) trip!
16.08.2018
"I think Chicago will be the most beautiful big city in the world," said Frank Lloyd Wright, US architect and writer. In any case, the city is a great shopping destination. Here are a few examples.
Decorative lights for the store
10.04.2018
Are you looking for inspiration to design your store? Why not combine the practical with the beautiful? Luminaires are not only light sources, their design alone can change the atmosphere of a room. Have fun playing with the light!
Customer Magnet: Christmas Decoration Trends for 2018
23.03.2018
Decorations for the Christmas season in stores and shop windows can have the effect of getting consumers into the festive mood and making early and ample purchases of Christmas gifts.