From the previous draft of writings and collages about retail space and experience, I am toeing a line.  One side of the line there are retailers.  To them I say this:  People need you and you need them.  No need to fear the digital, here is a possible way forward.  I see some strategies that... View full entry

Immediacy is a concept that some stores execute very well and other stores can learn from.  It is a more specific understanding of "mixed use."  Taking the implied/suggested lifestyle activities of a brand, it concentrates relevant experiences into one spatial location. STARBUCKSStarbucks has... View full entry

Shopping can literally happen anywhere.  While SkyMall may have been a bit too much too soon, it is not uncommon now for people to spend time shopping between the opening and headlining acts at a concert.  Retail stores cannot continue with business as usual, only focusing on a maximum capacity... View full entry

Immediacy is a concept that some stores execute very well and other stores can learn from.  It is a more specific understanding of "mixed use."  Taking the implied/suggested lifestyle activities of a brand, it concentrates relevant experiences into one spatial location.Starbucks has the most... View full entry

With online commerce, the need for store locations has become weakened.  Now more than ever, it is critical that stores create a tactile, visceral experience of the brand. The near future will help personalize the in-store experience with sales and advertisements based on personal shopping and... View full entry