Music has the power to influence consumer behaviour in commercial settings.
Whilst art in itself may not be a big footfall driver, the integration of art within shopping centres goes beyond mere aesthetics and has the power to elevate the shopping experience, foster community engagement, and contribute to the cultural fabric of a city.
There are encouraging signs that investors are prepared to enter the shopping centre market once again.
Last week we discovered that approximately 11,000 chain stores closed in the first half of 2020. We look at the reasons why, and examine who has been hit the hardest.
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This week, we look at how different retail destinations are faring since lockdown measures were eased.
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Whilst it remains unclear as to when non-essential retailers can re-open in the UK, it is vital to use this time to plan and consider ways that store operations must adapt.
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The availability of space in shopping centres is creating some exciting opportunities for sports and outdoor businesses.
“Difficult trading conditions” is synonymous with most retail-led news stories right now.
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A recent Royal Mail survey of 1500 online shoppers found they made, on average, 80% of their non-grocery purchases online.
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From Starbucks’ Teavana to Macys to Gymboree, the number of high profile US retailers announcing significant store closures and seeking bankruptcy protection is growing
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What is it about the middle? All encompassing, but squeezed from both sides, not one thing, not quite the other?
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