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14-15 Window Shopping 19-20 SDS Trends 22-24 VM & Display Show Preview 29-30 Starbucks 36-37 Watches of Switzrland 39-41 Retail Expo Preview 43

Creative Retail Awards

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DIARY VM & Display Show Business Design Centre, London 3-4 April 2019 The VM & Display Show returns to Islington in April, bringing together everything from mannequins, print and props to POP, lighting and fabrics — and everything in-between — under one roof across two days. Launched in 2018, the Retail Focus Forum will offer visitors insight on the latest trends in visual merchandising and design from industry experts.

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RetailEXPO Olympia London 1-2 May 2019

RBEWC Fira de Barcelona 27-29 May 2019

Creative Retail Awards Proud Embankment, London 6 June 2019

Retail Design Expo, Retail Business Technology Expo and Retail Digital Signage Expo will unify under one name for 2019 - RetailEXPO. The new format will bring together more than 15,000 retailers, tech exhibitors and retail design businesses, alongside an extensive line-up of speakers across a number of stages,

One hundred experts representing international brands will participate in the event and will debate how the digital explosion is transforming a key industry in the economy. The RBEWC offering will be completed with a startup area and an exhibition area, which together will total 120 companies,

The Creative Retail Awards are a dynamic and exciting annual event designed to recognise and reward innovation and excellence in retail design. The awards span a number of disciplines, including store design, surfaces, display systems, innovative technology, lighting and much more.

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When you think of cancer, you may not think of it as a long-term condition. However 65% of cancer survivors say they’ve had to deal with long-term side effects during and after treatment. These long-term effects – such as persistent hair loss, depression, fatigue, nausea and loss of confidence – can impact their everyday lives, including at work.

Each year, almost 120,000 people of working age are diagnosed with cancer in the UK, and with survival rates improving and people retiring later, this figure is set to rise. 85% of people in work when they were diagnosed with cancer say that continuing work is important to them.

However, 47% of people had to give work up or change roles, highlighting the importance of ensuring that the right support and advice is available early on to prevent staff falling out of work.

However despite the need for this support, line managers are often ill equipped to offer the right level of information to help manage employees affected by cancer.

Organisations urgently need to develop a health and wellbeing at work strategy that recognises the needs of rising numbers of employees with long-term conditions. This is why Macmillan has developed Macmillan at Work, which offers workplace training, consultancy and resources to help HR and line managers support people affected by cancer.

a positive impact not only on wellbeing and helping to preserve livelihoods of those with long-term conditions, but also benefits organisations in retaining knowledgeable staff, as well as fostering a positive work culture and loyal workforce.

The building blocks of a good health and wellbeing at work strategy include policy, training and support programmes that raise awareness and address the needs of employees, and ensuring that relevant staff (such as line managers and HR) are equipped to support colleagues affected by cancer.

To find out about the expert training, guidance and resources Macmillan provides, visit macmillan.org.uk/atwork You can also email the team at workandcancer@macmillan.org.uk or call 020 7840 4725.

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Plans announced for Wembley Park Market This Spring, the £ 3 billion transformation of Wembley Park by Quintain will welcome Wembley Park Market. The curated community of businesses and brands across lifestyle, fashion, wellness and food and drink is the latest addition to the North London regeneration project, further cementing its status as the capital’s newest creative neighbourhood. The newly created market will be operated by London-based innovative market and retail emporium developer and operator, MrktMrkt. The space, with a flexible, modular layout, will provide an unparalleled opportunity for brands of all shapes and sizes, including both established businesses and start-ups, to mould the space to fit their own offer. Wembley Park Market will embrace the latest technology. Digitally-interactive brand showcases will bridge the gap between online and physical retail by allowing shoppers to engage with, and purchase, products online via QR code.

Virgin Holidays launches most experiential store yet Virgin Holidays has launched its largest and most experience-led store concept at Centre: MK in Milton Keynes. Designed

by YourStudio’s London team, the 157 sq m space is focused around optimising the guest experience within the store.

Customers will not only arrive feeling greeted and hosted at the Taste Your Holiday bar, there is also the opportunity of having a signature Virgin red manicure at the store’s Clubhouse Spa too.

With a thirst to continually evolve and excite its customers, YourStudio has built on the successful v-room store concepts launched earlier this year in Cardiff and Norwich, continuing to elevate the guest experience.

The Virgin VR rollercoaster at front of the store attracts passersby, giving them a theatrical and immersive way to travel the globe and visit some of Virgin Holiday’s iconic destinations. Other ‘try before you buy’ features include Virgin’s Premium and Upper Class seats, where shoppers can relax back into with a glass of bubbly and a consultation with a travel expert. The

environment itself is designed to feel like one of the brand’s hospitality environments with a warm and inviting palette of neutral oak, soft upholstery and warm lighting that is designed to frame the Virgin Holiday’s

team in their cherry red uniforms. The space empowers customers to imagine the possibilities of travel and live the experiences provided by Virgin Holidays,

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Tommy Hilfiger re-opens premium concept store Tommy Hilfiger has re-opened its Premium concept store on Amsterdam’s Hoofstraat.

The premises have undergone a dramatic evolution with the help of rpa:group, as part of a two-phase delivery of the progression of the retailer’s Sportswear 16 concept. High-end fixtures and fittings are key features throughout the retail space, with hanging rails and shelving that are fully adaptable, to deliver flexible retail display solutions.

As part of the Tommy Hilfiger initiative to be more environmentally proactive, sustainably sourced light oak flooring is used on both the ground and first floors, laid in a herringbone pattern with a matt finish. The store is illuminated throughout

by LED lighting that includes backlit panels, with halo lighting around fixtures and striking circular LED lights, that seem to float within the space. The walls feature a combination of high-gloss panelling with perimeter backlit skirting. These all work together to bring a brightness, lightness and airiness to the retail space. A bespoke

‘wow cabinet’ that nods to the elegant age of the Art Deco period creates a focal point for product. Other display cabinets are set on mirrored plinths, so that they appear to be floating above the floor.

Glass balustrades on the staircase link the ground and first floors and provide

Boxpark to develop first big beach box The Brighton-based firm, who are behind acclaimed casual dining & retail developments in Shoreditch, Croydon and Wembley, have struck an agreement with Adur District Council to create the Big Beach Box on the site of a run-down toilet block.

Boxpark are intending to collaborate with Brighton local Dan Stockland to bring the great food and relaxed vibes of the award-winning Big Beach Cafe brand to Shoreham and create a multipurpose restaurant/cafe hub centred around supporting local community groups. Shoreham Big Beach Box will also provide a roof terrace, changing rooms, community space and a centre for water sports, and will work with local partners to showcase the best of the regions talent in a vibrant programme of events, workshops and talks at the site..

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unrestricted visibility of product and display areas and also lend an openness to the retail environment.

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Levi’s® Engineered Jeans launch the Spring/Summer 19 pop-up To announce the return of a ’90s favourite – Levi’s® Engineered Jeans™, or LEJ – the global denim brand commissioned Lucky Fox to design and install a pop-up to launch the Spring/Summer 2019 LEJ collection at various retail destinations in London.

Based on a concept of graphical distortion, Lucky Fox designed and created the impactful pop-up areas to launch LEJ product in the windows and instore of Size, Selfridges and the brand’s own vintage clothing store on Newburgh Street.

#CRA2019 Finalists of the ‘Overall Store Collaboration’ category at this years’ Creative Retail Awards will have the opportunity to see a 360º virtual version of their nominated retail store.

Category sponsors C A Design Services (CADS) will treat their finalists to a 3D immersive tour of their shortlisted store design using ‘StoreView’, an interactive tool developed in-house by the retail specialist.

The completed ‘StoreView’ model will be hosted online and can be watched by clients and colleagues on any webenabled device.

Makeover plans announced for intu Merry Hill intu has announced plans for a multimillion-pound investment to transform the external facade at intu Merry Hill in the Midlands, as part of its latest redevelopment phase. intu Merry Hill, which attracts around 18 million visitors a year, will benefit from an investment of more than £ 10 million to transform the external entrance. The plans include the installation of a large format screen above the main entrance, as well as energy saving LED lighting that can change the colour of the centre’s exterior walls. Work is set to begin in February 2019, subject to planning approval.

‘This £ 10 million investment at intu Merry Hill reflects our long-term commitment to the centre and the confidence that exists in it as a destination where brands can really

flourish. In the last year we’ve welcomed 20 new retailers to the centre, including huge new stores for Next and Primark, making this an even more attractive destination for shoppers. Our plans are to attract even more great brands and create compelling experiences for customers across the West Midlands,’ says Nick Round, regional manager director for intu.

Over the past year, the centre has also expanded its food and drink offering with PIZZASQR and Little Dessert Shop opening in the mall’s food court. The Garrison Saloon Bar, a Peaky Blinders themed micro-pub named after the BBC series, is the latest bar to open its doors on the centre’s Waterfront.

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NEWS Canada Goose Announces New Stores in Europe and North America Canada Goose today announced plans to open six new stores with two in Europe, one in the United States and three in Canada.

Set to open in fall/winter 2019, the new stores highlight the increasing demand both at home and internationally for the performance luxury brand.

“Success in retail is about more than just selling things – it’s about helping people find the perfect product, while delivering exceptional service and creating a memorable experience.

Canada Goose stores deliver on that and more,” said Dani Reiss, President and CEO, Canada Goose. “In addition to growing our footprint in Asia, expanding in Europe and broadening our presence in North America enables our fans to explore all of our collections in a unique and engaging environment and discover the story behind our products, unfiltered.

Canada Goose will open its first store in Italy on Via della Spiga, one of the most sophisticated streets in Milan’s Fashion District, the epicentre of global luxury apparel brands. Featuring an Arcticinspired mid-century environment, the store will combine design elements of both Canadian and Italian heritage. In Paris, the new store will be located on Rue St. Honoré, home to the world’s most exclusive boutiques. In the U.S., Canada Goose will open its fifth location in Minneapolis, Minnesota at Mall of America, one of the top tourist destinations in the country and a renowned leader in retail, dining and entertainment. Each of these stores will feature a ‘Cold Room’, the brand’s highly-acclaimed immersive shopping experience that brings the outside indoors, where shoppers can test out Canada Goose products in the environments for which they were created.

In Canada, the brand will open three new locations to serve its growing home market. Its second Toronto location will be at CF Sherway Gardens, a luxury shopping mall located west of the downtown core. In Alberta, Canada Goose will open a new store in West Edmonton Mall, the largest shopping mall in North America, which will also include a ‘Cold Room’. Additionally, Canada Goose will open at Cascade Shops in Banff, Canada’s most visited national park, a leading international tourist destination, and UNESCO World Heritage Site. The new stores will showcase the full assortment of the brand’s outerwear, knitwear and accessories, as well as seasonal collections and collaborations.

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lululemon Looking to refresh their windows and instore display, lululemon briefed Lucky Fox with creating a versatile VM solution to reflect their store’s industrial feel.

Working with a palette of concrete and metallic, Lucky Fox designed and produced hanging and freestanding substrate structures with rivet edging in the windows framing the mannequins. A real concrete texture back wall provides additional interest.

Smythson of Bond Street Lifestyle and stationery brand Smythson of Bond Street has kicked off 2019 with a pop of colour for its January campaign. A series of shapes feature throughout the windows and in-store. Block colour and playful stripe semi circles, finished in a high gloss or matt spray are alternated and stacked with no visible supports. The scheme was produced in collaboration with Millington Associates and has been rolled out across five retail locations.

Harrods Entitled 'The Colour Supermarket', the current window display at Harrods is part of a store-wide celebration of The Art of Colour. The department store has partnered with Pantone, the authority on colour for the design industry, to create a bespoke palette inspired by the leading colours of SS19.

Charles Tyrwhitt Charles Tyrwhitt’s primary marketing story this season is all about highlighting to its customers the innovation within the brand’s product. From the classic non-iron products to the ever-growing stretch category, Charles Tyrwhitt wants to hammer home how it makes it easy for men to dress well.

The visual team incorporated light into select stores through backlit versions of these chevron structures, illuminated mannequin plinths, and rings of light surrounding mannequins. This was intended to create a feeling of energy, evoking the benefits of the stretch product giving you flexibility and movement.

The team worked with a number of suppliers on the scheme including The Creative Key,Forming Reality and Lumens of London.

Le bon marche Portuguese artist Joana Vasconcelos has taken over the windows and interior spaces of luxury Paris department store, Le Bon Marché. ‘Unlike the Nordic war legend, Joana Vasconcelos bestows benevolent powers upon them,’ says a spokesperson for Le Bon Marché. ‘Her Valkyries are powerful and protective female figures who give humans strength and courage. Their envelope

made of a patchwork of various fabrics combined with crochet embroidery and precious trimmings gives them a contagious touch of extravagance, like those who will meander through the external windows.’

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SDS19 Identified Trends Surface Design Show 2019

Surface Design Show’s resident trend and colour forecaster, Sally Angharad, selected trends to be inspired by in 2019.

IMMERSIVE COLOUR Enhancing texture and colour using back-lighting, dichroic effects and recycled acrylic.

Lightly Technologies, ADL Plastock, Lucy J Design, Float Glass Design

Circles Enhancing texture and colour using backlighting, dichroic effects and recycled acrylic.

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CHARRED EFFECT Ancient craft techniques add intrigue and depth to decorative wall panels creating an iridescent sheen

Powdertech (Corby), Off the Wall Coverings, Lighting Technologies

Weathered Metals Metal becomes a key ingredient across a range of innovative coatings and surfaces.

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Nurturing Walls Moss continues to be a key biophilic material to bring people closer to nature

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Marbling Techniques Expressive colour mixing creates marbled surface decoration as well as forming patterns within recycled materials

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Gilded Patterns A touch of gold brings warmth and luxury to neutral tones

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VM & Display show With a historical venue, inspirational features and a packed exhibition space, the Business Design Centre is the place to be this April for all things VM.

Dazzling lights; scented graphics; beautifully crafted paper furniture; innovative display systems: stylish, self-assured mannequins. These are just some of the pieces set to stir the senses and awaken the imagination at the 2019 VM & Display Show. Taking place from 3-4 April at London’s Business Design Centre, the event will host a record number of innovative visual merchandising and display companies. The show is free to enter either via pre-registration or on the door.

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The new Elements3 collection, exclusively available in the UK from IDS, is a 3mm acrylic-based solid surface material ideally suited for a diverse range of retail, hotel and leisure applications, offering highperformance qualities, sleek aesthetics and cost-saving benefits.

Steven Fisher, Product Manager, IDS, says: “As a responsive distributor in decorative surfaces, we know the shop fitting industry is seeking value engineering solutions at a time when the high street is under strain. Elements3 offers designers and shopfitters the opportunity to install a luxurious design and experience for customers while also being highly cost efficient. The beauty of Elements3 is that

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it achieves the performance of most 12mm products with the cost of a 3mm one.”

With its malleability, Elements3 can be used for both horizontal and vertical applications and can be cut, shaped, moulded, thermoformed and seamlessly jointed, offering unlimited design possibilities. Damage and minor scratches are repairable to maintain the surfaces luxury looks and compared to other solid surfaces, the tempering process Elements3 undergoes enhances its durability, creating a long-lasting, low maintenance surface ideal for areas of high footfall and retail traffic.

“Its versatility gives shopfitters a number of uses such as the creation of counter

tops, cash and wrap desks, displays and furniture with sheet sizes of up to 4100 x 1250mm available for added design flexibility, backed by a guarantee of 10 years.” says Fisher.

The colour palette available within the Elements3 collection features 15 different design choices from a host of white and organic neutral shades including on-trend greys, reflecting desirable design trends already popular within the retail sector.

The range offers a unique batch match guarantee ensuring colour consistency, which is especially important for national roll-out programmes. In addition, an existing 12mm solid surface product can be colour matched creating an identical 3mm version

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IDS has 17 branches nationwide, boasting the ability to turn around orders within 24-48 hours. With a national salesforce of over 30 and a specification team dedicated to architecture and design, the distributor offers exceptional customer service, technical support and a 24-hour sampling service to customers. The Elements3 collection is the largest stocked range of 3mm solid surface in the UK, allowing IDS to accommodate customers’ needs efficiently.

“We already offer both 12mm and 6mm solid surfaces within our product portfolio, so adding a 3mm surface will make IDS a one-stop shop for customers, ensuring

we’re able to meet the varying needs of the sector for design service and value engineering.” Fisher says.

He continues: “We’re proud to be able to provide customers with a reliable, full-service package so they feel guided throughout the design, specification and manufacturing process. Our sales force is deeply knowledgeable and with the creative options Elements3 has to offer, we have the ability to help customers achieve cost effective projects with stylish, longlasting solutions.”

The hygienic material meets EN and CEN/TS standards for food safety, so can be safely used for food counters and with Elements3 boasting all necessary industry

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Meatpacking District, New York City Opening date: December 2018 Store size: 2,136 sq m

New York welcomed the latest Starbucks Reserve Roastery in December, a 2,136 sq m immersive coffee destination in the city’s Meatpacking District at 61 9th Avenue, where the company’s rarest and freshest coffees will be roasted and served. The New York location marks Starbucks’ fourth Roastery and second location in the U.S. and celebrates the heritage of roasting and the craft of coffee.

The sights and sounds of coffee’s journey from bean to cup are reflected at every turn in the thoughtfully designed environment. For the first time in the U.S, Starbucks has introduced the Arriviamo Bar, a cocktail bar in the Roastery featuring a curated menu of coffee and tea cocktails.

‘We designed the Roastery as the pinnacle experience around all-thingscoffee, and there is nothing else like it in the world. With premium coffees, teas, mixology and the iconic Milanese Princi Bakery, it serves as a Starbucks brand amplifier and a platform for future innovation,’ says Kevin Johnson, Starbucks CEO. ‘Beverages such as Draft Nitro, Cold Foam and the recent launch of Juniper Latte all began at the

Roastery and have since been introduced to Starbucks locations around the world. It is the ultimate Starbucks Experience and an unforgettable way to connect with our customers.’

Starbucks has a long history in New York. In 1994, Starbucks chairman emeritus, Howard Schultz, who was born and raised in Canarsie, Brooklyn, opened the first Starbucks store in the city on Broadway and 87th Street on the Upper West Side. Nearly 25 years later, there are 350 Starbucks stores across the five boroughs in the city where Starbucks employs approximately

5,000 partners (employees). The Roastery employs nearly 300 people, including roasters, baristas, commessas and mixologists.

At its core, Starbucks Reserve Roastery New York is a working coffee roastery, where everyday Starbucks master roasters, who have trained for years in the craft of coffee roasting, will be small-batch roasting Starbucks rarest single-origin coffees and blends called Starbucks Reserve.

Those coffees then get served fresh at the Roastery or shipped to select Starbucks stores around the world. That functional purpose, as well as the history of industry

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and manufacturing in the Meatpacking District, is reflected in the design of the space.

‘New York is a hub to the world,’ says Liz Muller, chief design officer of Starbucks.

‘It’s an unbelievable place with such history.

The Meatpacking District has a fantastic history of industry, and the neighborhood has an electric energy; it is alive. We’ve designed a space where the excitement and dynamic activity of the neighborhood is mirrored in the Roastery. We want our customers to come in and feel very inspired.’

There are two coffee bars at the Roastery, which in total offer seven brewing methods. Upon entering the Roastery, visitors can visit the coffee bar on the main

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level, where baristas, called coffee masters, are crafting classic espresso beverages such as cappuccino, latte, cortado and specialty drinks such as whiskey barrelaged cold brew, sparkling citrus espresso, nitro hopped apricot cold brew and rotating specials like the cardamom latte.

For the first time in the U.S, Starbucks will debut the Arriviamo Bar inspired by the Italian tradition of aperitivo. This craft cocktail bar is located inside the Roastery where expert mixologists will serve cocktails and spiritfrees curated by award-winning mixologist Julia Momose featuring coffee and tea. Specialty cocktails include the Nocino Notte, made with cold brew coffee, barrel-aged gin and black truffle salt, and the Triomphe, made with Teavana™/

MC Darjeeling de Triomphe Tea, gin, dry Riesling, aquavit, passionfruit sparkling water and orange saffron bitters. The Arriviamo Bar will also serve a selection of beer, wine and classic cocktails.

The Roastery also features the Milanese boutique bakery Princi from founder Rocco Princi, with on-site baking of fresh breads, pizzas, cornetti, focaccias, desserts and more.

The New York Roastery joins locations in Seattle, Shanghai and Milan with future openings coming to Tokyo and Chicago in 2019.

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ELAN LONDON Knightbridge, London Design: Holland Harvey Architects Opening date: January 2019 Store size: 325 sq m

Élan London, one of London’s most instagrammable cafés, has opened at 42 Hans Crescent, Knightsbridge. The latest opening on The Knightsbridge Estate, this is Élan’s largest site to date at 325 sq m and boasts a new store concept. Élan London has worked alongsideHolland Harvey Architects on all of its stores.

The café brings its devoted coffee culture to The Knightsbridge Estate in partnership with London’s award-winning Union coffee roasters.

This latest Élan London store marks the fifth location for the brand in the capital, adding to existing sites in Mayfair, South Kensington, Oxford Circus and Selfridges London.

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Luxury retailer Watches of Switzerland has unveiled a new flagship in New York City, located at 60 Greene Street, in the heart of the fashionable SoHo district. The Greene Street store is the first Watches of Switzerland showroom in New York City, and the second in its new USA portfolio, and has been designed by London-based design consultancy, CAPELO in collaboration with New York-based MNA. The brief for the design team was to create a showroom synonymous with the luxury of premium watch brands, which would also reflect the character of the SoHo District and the fabric of the historic 1880s cast-iron building.

With a nine metre-wide street frontage, and more than 771 sq m of retail space over two floors, the boutique features a stylish palette of materials including exposed brickwork and polished plaster walls, oak floors, decorative tin tile ceilings, blackened steel architectural details and stainless steel fixtures. This creates an elegant yet inviting backdrop for the products on display, while remaining sympathetic to the local character of SoHo.

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The store is home to an unparalleled collection of timepieces from longstanding Watches of Switzerland brand partners – Patek Philippe, Rolex, Omega, Cartier, Breitling, IWC, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Hublot, Ulysse Nardin, Girard-Perregaux, Tag Heuer, Tudor Bremont and Longines – along with a special offering of vintage timepieces, an inhouse cocktail bar, a curated library of collectible watch books and an evolving collection of photographic artwork.

‘Our Watches of Switzerland SoHo flagship is a special achievement for us

on many levels,’ says Brian Duffy, CEO of The Watches of Switzerland Group. ‘From our choice of location, to the design and architectural detailing in the store, to our exceptional products, partners and the talented team we’ve assembled – all come together to make this an experience unlike any other in the watch industry today. This is an important first step in what promises to be an exciting journey as we expand into the US market.’

Generous ceiling heights of more than six metres combine with original cast-iron columns, featuring decorative capitals, to

create a spacious, elegant first-floor retail space, home to three branded in-store boutiques for Rolex, Patek Philippe and Cartier. Blackened steel-frame glazed partitioning delineates the individual spaces, while maintaining visibility and cohesiveness across the floor. Shopin-shop units for Omega, Breitling, IWC Schaffhausen, Hublot and Jaeger-LeCoultre are positioned around the perimeter, while other leading watch brands are located within the multi-branded area surrounding the central staircase opening.

Highlighted by a feature digital library and accessories wall, the elegant blackened steel and oak staircase encourages the customer to venture down the stairs to the lower-ground level.

Contrasting with the first-floor retail space a cocktail bar, designed in partnership with Death & Co – one of New York City’s cocktail lounges – provides the focal point to the lower-ground floor, its oak and marble counter, with brass and woven leather details, adding sophistication and complementing the high-end customer experience. Lee Broom pendant lamps and a decorative tin tile ceiling adds to the

period feel.

A social gathering space, the WOS bar will offer artisanal cocktails crafted exclusively for Watches of Switzerland clients by Death & Co. bartenders. For the more literary-minded shopper, an intimate library/bookshop, curated by Esquire Fashion Director and noted watch enthusiast, Nick Sullivan, includes a range of books from biographies to anthologies to luxe coffee table favourites.

Recognising SoHo’s historic connection to art, Watches of Switzerland has also forged a partnership with non-profit arts foundation, Aperture, to curate a rotating exhibition of

contemporary photography.

A dedicated service and repairs consultation area provides direct access to Watches of Switzerland’s team of expert watchmakers. This is complemented by the adjacent watch strap and accessories counter.

‘With all needs catered for, the customer’s visit will benefit from carefully considered, luxury store design and the exceptional level of customer experience for which Watches of Switzerland is renowned,’ says Lynda Murray director of

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RetailEXPO is one of Europe’s leading events for retail design and technology, running from 1-2nd May 2019 at the Olympia, London.

The expo Provides innovation, stimulation, thought leadership and relevancy in today’s omnichannel market.

It is a key event for retailers looking for the right tools, solutions and advice on how to best run their business.

For the first time, RetailEXPO unites three leading retail shows — Retail Business Technology Expo (RBTE), Retail Design Expo (RDE) and Retail Digital Signage Expo (RDSE).

Features: Innovation Trail & Awards The highly competitive RetailEXPO Innovation Awards celebrate vendors whose innovative products and services present visionary ideas on how retailers can re-energise their operations to deliver enhanced customer experience across their business, from in-store design and digital signage, to payment solutions, biometrics and robotics.

Discovery Zone This is the place to discover solutions you haven’t seen before. Located in the Tech Zone and featuring suppliers who are exhibiting at RetailEXPO for the first time.

Start-Up Safari Showcasing leading-edge tech startups, whose innovative and disruptive solutions are set to revolutionise the retail sector. Explore what’s next in retail’s revolution!

International VM Awards The International VM Awards at RetailEXPO recognises and rewards the very best examples of VM displays, whether in windows or in-store.

Student Design Awards Designed to celebrate, encourage and promote the future stars of retail design, students compete for internships at leading retailers and design consultancies.

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ENERGISING Conferences The impressive conference programme is the beating heart of RetailEXPO. Discover the latest insights, ideas and analysis from some of the industry’s sharpest thinkers, retail heavyweights, innovators and market disruptors – people and companies that are really driving things forward in retail.

Payments Stage The latest thinking in payments – both in-store and online – and how they can smooth out the checkout process.

Marketing & Branding The place to discover how companies connect with audiences to tell better brand stories.

With six stages and 150+ expert speakers sharing case studies, inspirational ideas and best practice across tech, design and digital signage, the RetailEXPO agenda has never been more business critical.

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Operations Stage Discover new tech that can improve efficiency, reduce costs and make the difference to your customer experience.

You can see inspirational speakers on the following stages:

TrIED It talks A series of short, inspirational talks looking at real-life case studies to give you fresh inspiration and new ideas.

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The Creative Retail Awards are a dynamic and exciting annual event designed to recognise and reward innovation and excellence in retail design. Organised by the Shop & Display Equipment Association (SDEA) and Retail Focus Magazine, the awards span a number of disciplines, including store design, surfaces, display systems, innovative technology, lighting and much more. The awards will be judged by a panel of industry leaders and experts.

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From building deeper relationships with your customers to testing new markets, pop-up shops offer brands the opportunity to build an offline arm to their business

Pop-ups are a go-to marketing strategy for many retailers looking to drive brand awareness and a powerful expansion tool to test new markets.

Whether it's open for one day or three months, a pop-up shop generates a sense of excitement for fans of a brand, immersing them into a different, exciting and memorable experience.

'Many consumers expect the pop-up shopping experience to deliver something unique and different to a standard bricks and mortar store, with many offering exclusive in store experiences that can’t be replicated online. Pop-ups can also host a series of exciting events from yoga classes and wellness talks with leading experts

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in the field, to a breakfast bar with Rude Health, Pop-ups are also the ideal store format to cater for specialised shopping or seasonal products, for example, the Christmas Cracker pop-up that allows the brand to expand its reach to a greater audience during its key trading period.

'The financial pressure on high street fashion retailers always means that there will always be a place for cost effective solutions such as pop-ups. It would also make sense for savvy brands to utilise the large number of retail spaces becoming vacant.

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Tarkett ridal retailer ED2 has selected luxury vinyl floor tiles from Tarkett. To further enhance the customer experience in the new ED2 store in Ashford, Kent, a combination of iD inspiration 70 Luxury inyl Tiles featuring brushed pine grey and brown tones was selected. The tiles are made to stay looking great even in the face of high foot traffic. Treated with Tarkett s Top Clean surface protection system, all the planks and tiles in this collection have the additional benefits of easy maintenance and a high resistance to scuffs, scratches and stains. The combination of a beautiful realistic wood effect pattern, with the high performance benefits, made Tarkett s iD Inspiration 70 ideal for ED2 .

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Havwoods avwoods has introduced six new plank designs to its popular enley collection. A fashion-forward product with plenty of character, enley is the ideal floorcovering for those who desire the texture of a reclaimed board, with the strength and durability of an engineered construction. eaturing a superiorquality European oak lamella, this high-performance plank offers a durable and long-lasting surface that also delivers on visual appeal. enley presents a choice of over 30 distinctive designs and surface finishes to ensure a suitable fit for any design brief, from various oil applications, to smoked and hand-distressed effects.

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Cementi Click is a new category of premium mineral tiles and planks from Tarkett, for architectural spaces. Manufactured from 95 per cent clay, cement s main composite, Cementi Click boasts the look and feel of this raw modern material, thus embodying the timeless elegance of concrete art in architecture. The collection features a range of stone and graphical designs. Subtle marble, ethereal decors, and natural clay tone effects create a pure and refined architectural atmosphere for designers and architects looking to create inspirational spaces from mineral textures.

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Posiflex Technology osiflex Technology has launched the aragon TK-3200 Series and the Stellar TK-2100 Series - interactive kiosks that are aimed at shaping the future of retail and hospitality industries, enabling brands to interact with consumers in new and innovative ways. acked with functionality and convenience in an appealing design, the aragon TK-3200 Series is a 32in interactive kiosk that is suited for retail stores, quick service and fast casual restaurants.

The Stellar TK-2100 Series is a 21.5in modular kiosk that can be configured in countertop or floor-standing style, providing modular deployment options in the same standardised family.

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Futura utura etail Solutions is making D compliance one step easier for users with a new data module designed for easy manipulation and editing of customer data en masse, ensuring speed and accuracy for customer data management. The new D module extends the functionality of utura4Data, a suite of time saving tools with a flexible user-friendly interface to import and export bulk data in utura using files rather than manual data entry. ith extensive data validation it helps to improve productivity and accuracy for otherwise time-consuming data entry and editing tasks.

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NEC Display Solutions Europe The latest MultiSync Series from EC Display Solutions Europe is a family of huge display surfaces designed to provide the most natural and realistic image rendition. The new pixel-free displays are designed for digital signage in retail, entertainment, museums, meeting and conferencing, and industries such as manufacturing, engineering, leisure and hospitality, and many more. The Series is available in three extraordinarily-large sizes: 75in, 86in and 98in. Users can take advantage of life-size digital canvases for all their advertising, presentation or signage needs, providing a crystal-clear and fully immersive experience.

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SELECTI Forbo Flooring Systems Inspired by the colours and textures found within natural landscapes, orbo looring Systems has re-launched its Marmoleum Marbled collection. ith an independent Environmental roduct Declaration confirming carbon neutral status in the production phase, Marmoleum (2.5mm) helps to minimise the embodied carbon of a building with this latest collection designed to help users feel at one with nature. rom lush countrysides filled with vivid flowers and emerald green trees, rocky grey mountain ranges breaking into the blue sky above and miles of golden coastlines, the UK is home to some of the most incredible landscapes, each one featuring a unique blend of colours and textures.

As such, orbo s new Marmoleum Marbled range is inspired by Mother ature s colour palette.

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Polyflor The idea behind olyflor s new ovon range was to provide an opportunity to explore new textures and patterns whilst still offering great functionality. The ovon collection of interwoven vinyl tiles provides a unique and diverse selection of weave designs that come with extraordinary depth and sophisticated aesthetics to cater for projects that require contemporary styling. The new collection consists of three tile patterns Serene, ptics and Structure from which architects and designers can create a spectrum of stylish decorations with each one encouraging creative placements and resulting in striking visuals.

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Mul-T-Lock Mul- -Lock has launched its new CLI o access control system for small to medium si ed retailers, allowing businesses to remotely manage security on the go’. he new and advanced CLI o technology allows retailers to both grant and remove access permissions from anywhere via the CLI o app. his includes the ability to schedule individual access permissions for each key, as well as to provide time-limited access. If a key is lost, access can also be revoked using the CLI o app. Mul- -Lock CLI o system is particularly useful for retailers that often suffer from a high staff turnover. aving the ability to revoke access permissions when a member of staff leaves allows retailers to uphold their security. he high security eCLI cylinders are easy to configure, are suitable for all door types and can be easily fitted by a local locksmith.

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Junckers unckers new Twin erringbone floor is an updated version of a much-loved classic a solid wood floor with a pre-finished surface, easy to install and at a favourable price point. Twin erringbone has an authentic pattern and lively, natural look.

Delivered with a hardwearing factory-finished surface ready to walk on as soon as it is installed, the new floor doesn t have to be sanded, filled and treated after installation.

The new collection is available in solid ash, beech, oak and black oak, and is ideal for use with underfloor heating.

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Forbo Flooring Systems Forbo Flooring ystems has launched its award winning Allura Fusion a luxury vinyl tile L collection that uses innovative colouring techni ues to create a fresh uni ue look, with no pattern repeats. he trend collection, which was recently decorated with the prestigious international ed ot esign Award, features four plank and three tile designs, with every piece of the Allura Fusion range completely uni ue. o two planks or tiles are the same, resulting in an organic and truly individual aesthetic.

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Amtico has launched Colour Anchor, a striking new palette of carpet tiles that provides designers and specifiers with a wider range of possibilities for commercial interiors. Consisting of 1 different shades, from neutrals to brights, the versatile tiles are the ideal accompaniment to Amtico’s existing carpet collection, while offering more playful and adventurous design possibilities. y introducing new bold single colours, such as Poppy’, Meadow’ or Abu ’, designers can add contrasting accents to a scheme, or alternatively blend stronger shades with neutral tones to deliver a visually inspiring space.

lacier ak is one of four contemporary oak designs recently introduced to arndean esignflooring’s sophisticated Art elect wood collection. Featuring an array of pastel grey shades, this pale contemporary shade offers a stylish alternative to traditional oak flooring. A realistic hand-scraped emboss and intricate patterns create an authentic look of traditional crafted planks with impressive variation across the floor. Available in a choice of extra-large planks in x in and par uet format 18in x in , the new design features a preferred . mm thickness, . mm wear layer and enhanced 11 slip resistance rating. Pictured is arndean esignflooring Art elect lacier ak L 1.

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Flos aku by endo is the latest addition to the los portfolio. aku is a frame (this is the meaning of gaku in apanese) hosting and interacting with lamps and a variety of matching objects, which is conceived as something inbetween accessories and furniture.

An adjustable-height pendant lamp hangs down inside a frame, while a wireless version features inductive charging functionality to power a luminescent lamp. ormally laying on the charging dock, the lamp can be moved around freely when lighting is needed elsewhere.

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A wide range of luminaires from eggiani have been installed in the new aguar Land over showroom and servicing centre in Slough, erkshire. oth aguar and Land over occupy their own showroom space within the new facility with both areas utilising eggiani s soft recessed ori L linear fittings to provide the desired uniform ambient lighting. All vehicles are highlighted by two suspended linear Mood fittings with a brighter and cooler colour temperature of 4,000K. ittings are positioned at an equidistant 1.4m from the centre of every vehicle to ensure an efficient scheme with no shaded areas.

The newest addition to elfast s growing City uays development is the AC Marriott otel, designed by Mark iggins with the interior design by Karen Crookes, both of obinson atterson artnership. The designers worked closely with Chroma Lighting i uzzini s partner in orthern Ireland to make lighting a key feature of the project extensive use of the i uzzini Laser lade and System 53 ensures that the light is effective yet discreet, while the use of concealed Underscore LED strips helps reveal the architectural details and interior finishes without drawing attention to the luminaires. Externally, the public spaces around the hotel are illuminated using a combination of i uzzini ow outdoor luminaires, which have been adopted throughout the project, and small oody projectors mounted on bespoke columns which illuminate the open areas. As with the interior, concealed Underscore In ut is used to give shape to the landscape details.

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MATERIALS & SURFACES Metalier Metalier Coatings are a sprayable liquid metal system that can make any substrate look like solid metal. They can be used instead of metallic paint, chrome spray finishes, powder coating, metal paint, chrome paint, sheet metal and Corten steel. The liquid metal coatings can be applied to any surface, even the unexpected ones, and are suitable for use both indoors and outside. The light-weight, real metal finish can be applied over complex surfaces.

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Lawcris CompacMel Plus is an innovative and eco-friendly alternative to compact laminate, boasting a range of benefits that free the designer from the constraints of other materials. It is used a lot in changing rooms and staff rooms for lockers and furniture.

As well as moisture resistance and excellent machinability, CompacMel Plus features a black core throughout, allowing creativity in both shapes and applications, without the need for edging. In 18 vibrant uni-colours and woodgrains, it’s easy to see why this range is so popular. Find the whole range on the Lawcris website — www.lawcris.co.uk.

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International Decorative Surfaces Available from this month from IDS, the new Elements3 collection is a 3mm mineral-based solid surface material that is easy to fabricate for the creation of high-end signature designs. Ideal for retail interior projects, Elements3 is suitable for both horizontal and vertical applications and can be cut, shaped, moulded, thermoformed and seamlessly jointed, offering unlimited design possibilities. In addition, an existing 12mm solid surface product can be colour matched creating an identical 3mm version at a fraction of the cost. The material can be used with standard woodworking tools to create countertops, cash and wrap desks, displays, furniture and has a myriad of other uses with sheet sizes of up to 4,100mm x 1,250mm available for added design flexibility.

Elements3 copes easily with the demands of high traffic retail environments.

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SileatherUK Introduced to the UK for the first time, Sileather is a pioneer in performance upholstery fabrics with the surface made of 100% silicone. Sileather redefines high performance fabrics through the best combination of leather texture and the superior advantages of silicone. The eco-friendly, sustainable, easy to clean, weatherproof, and highly durable performance fabrics can be used in numerous applications.

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The Retail Supplier Directory is divided into a number of categories, such as design agencies, point-of-purchase, lighting, props and surfaces, to make the site easy to navigate.

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Design Consultancies

Axis design, develop, manufacture and install bespoke retail display solutions.

We’ve worked with the biggest names on the high street, but approach every project in the same way, with the maximum thought for your brand, products and sales environment.

Kendu is a European company with over 18 years of experience in pioneering in-store visual solutions for retailers. We design, manage and manufacture in-house to guarantee the best results. Visit our new office and showroom in Hackney Wick, London.

We are a global retail agency. Visual Thinking develops strategy, skills, hearts and minds to deliver retail excellence and transform brand performance.

T, 020 3260 3888 E. info@axiseurope.com W.www.axiseurope.com/retail S. www.twitter.com/AxisEuropePlc

Bespoke Display

T: +44 (0)20 373 55 258 E: info@kendu.com W: www.kendu.com S: www.twitter.com/kenduinstore

Bespoke Display

T, +44 (0) 1788 543 331 E. mail@visualthinking.co.uk W. www.visualthinking.co.uk S. www.twitter.com/shoptactics

Design Consultancies

MicroSlat is a strong versatile 25mm fine pitched aluminium slatwall system.

With a bespoke range of components it can be used to build unique and interesting displays or add value to existing designs.

Original suppliers of display fabrics, textiles, PVC and polycarbonates for retail displays and exhibition stands since 1934 Backgrounds have been our background since backgrounds began and B Brown have more than 400 in stock.

Walker Bros (Elland) Ltd is an Engineering Manufacturing company specialising in sheet metalwork and plastic fabrication.

We supply precision metal and plastic products, components and light fabrications to a broad range of industries and markets throughout the UK and Europe.

IGNITION is an independent creative company Our multi-disciplined team work together to deliver exceptional retail and commercial environments, global exhibitions and brands.

T. 01325 351 276 E. sales@microslat.com W. www.microslat.com S. www.twitter.com/MicroSlat

T, 08705 340 340 E. customerservices@bbrown.co.uk W. www.bbrown.co.uk S. www.twitter.com/luvbbrown

T: 0 01422 310767 E: sales@wbelland.com W: www.wbelland.com

T, +44 (0) 1179 725168 E. victoria@ignitiondg.com W. www.ignitiondg.com

Audio Visual Integration

Anna Valley looks to help guide clients with their audio visual decision making by offering high end impartial advice and help manoeuvre them through the current “minefield” of different technology and services available to them. This process then enables them to have a clear vision of what they are actually striving to achieve within the budget available to them and then provides a full range of services in the delivery of that vision.

Bespoke Display

Hello Flamingo is a creative company for the retail and event sector, specialising in window displays, in store solution, POP ups, project management, design, manufacture and installation for bespoke projects at our fully equipped manufacturing workshop.

Brochure Holders

Design Consultancies

Brochure Holders International Limited is part of the global Taymar group recognised as a leading manufacturer of premium quality injection moulded leaflet holders and display solutions.

Committed to on-going product development the Taymar group offers one of the world’s largest collections of ‘clear view’ wall, floor and counter standing brochure displays.

We are TWO Visual, the retail agency specialising in visual merchandising.

Led by brand directors Jeanette Cheetham and Brendan Gordon we provide everything retailers need to make their brands visually dynamic, whilst improving team and commercial performance.

T: +44 (0)1473 229250 E: sales@brochureholders.co.uk W: www.brochureholders.com

T, +44 (0) 1858 414275 E. hello@twovisual.co.uk W. www. twovisual.co.uk S. www.twitter.com/TWO_Visual

T: +44 (0)208 941 1000 E: nick.shaw@annavalley.co.uk W: www.annavalley.co.uk/avintegration

T: 01273 585768 E: info@helloflamingo.co.uk W: www.helloflamingo.co.uk S. www.twitter.com/helloflamingo1

Balloons & Bunting

Bespoke Display

Climate Control

Display

No.1 Advertising Balloon Service: • Printed Latex and Foil Balloons • Helium Gas delivery and collection • Flags, Bunting and Banners • Promotional Sashes and T-shirts • Multi-store distribution nationwide

JPMA is a worldwide leader in designing and manufacturing high-quality store fixtures and visual elements made of wood, metal and acrylic. We make everything all under the one roof and offer designs and finishes not available anywhere else in the industry.

Air Control & Development Ltd are Daikin, Mitsubishi and Toshiba accredited contractors, specialising in providing quality air conditioning, ventilation and overdoor heater installations, service & maintenance within the retail sector.

arken are a UK design and manufacturing facility creating bespoke poster display solutions. As well as our bespoke offer, we provide off the shelf products such as poster frames, light boxes, poster hanging systems, pavement signs, forecourt signs, all available in a range of colours and sizes.

T +44 777 444 5784 E: benjamin@jpmaglobal.com W: www.jpmaglobal.com

T 01922 455523 E: info@aircontrol.co.uk W: www.aircontrol.co.uk S: www.twitter.com/AirControl123

T: +44 (0)1638 565656 E: info@arken-pop.com W: www.arken-pop.com

T, 01494 774376 E. sales@b-loony.com W. www.b-loony.com

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Display

Focused on our customer’s unique needs, with expert knowledge of the procurement market, and a firm grip on the entire visual merchandising supply chain, we are specialists in designing and delivering complex point of sale projects.

T +49 (0) 911 97 13 389 E: info-uk@barthelmess.com W: www.barthelmess.com

Display

Display - DIGITAL

FURNITURE

JPMA is a worldwide leader in designing and manufacturing high-quality store fixtures and visual elements made of wood, metal and acrylic. We make everything all under the one roof and offer designs and finishes not available anywhere else in the industry.

Crystal Display Systems is already a leading UK designer, distributor and value added reseller of flat panel display solutions. We have a vast array of media players, interactive displays, videowalls and shelf edge displays.

Our knowledge and expertise has also led to us being one of the European leaders in transparent LCD.

Spur Creative Workshop deliver unique visual merchandising solutions for retail brands. Boasting a wealth of experience in high quality prop making we create display concepts for window staging, POS and brand awareness campaigns.

T +44 777 444 5784 E: benjamin@jpmaglobal.com W: www.jpmaglobal.com

T: +44 (0) 1634 292 025 E: info@crystal-display.com W: www.crystal-display.com S. www.twitter.com/CrystalDisplays

T 01892 890608 E: phil@spurcreative.co.uk W www.spurcreative.co.uk S: www.twitter.com/ spur_creative

Display

Display

Display - DIGITAL

FURNITURE

Durable have been one of Europe’s largest business supplies manufacturers for almost 100 years.

We’re pioneers in developing and producing innovative solutions designed for retail from literature displays and POS to signage and display solutions.

Spur Creative Workshop deliver unique visual merchandising solutions for retail brands. Boasting a wealth of experience in high quality prop making we create display concepts for window staging, POS and brand awareness campaigns.

We provide total end to end solutions encompassing all aspects of designing, implementing, managing and supporting multi-faceted marketing technology concepts and Digital Screen Media networks.

We create bespoke tailored solutions for retail, interiors, exhibitions, museums and 3D and we know one size does not fit all. Our teams are always ready for the challenges, big or small.

T 01892 890608 E: phil@spurcreative.co.uk W www.spurcreative.co.uk S: www.twitter.com/ spur_creative

T, +44 (0)845 481 8020 E. info@screenmediatechnology.com W.screenmediatechnology.com S. www.twitter.com/ScreenMediaTech

T: 01923 800666 E: info@stylographics.co.uk W: www.stylographics.com S. www.twitter.com/hellostylo

T. 01202 897 071 E. customeroperations@durable-uk.com W. www.durable-uk.com S. www.twitter.com/durableuk

Display

We are ICON. We create and deliver engaging brand and live experiences, particularly in the retail sector.

T: +44 (0) 20 7593 5200 E: enquiries@icon-world.com W: www.icon-world.com S: www.twitter.com/ICON_HQ

Display

EPOS

GRAPHICS

Providing Scotland’s signage, exhibition displays, digitally printed wallpapers, LED flex faces, light boxes and window graphics. Located in the centre of Scotland we are ideally situated to cover your requirements throughout Scotland. We can offer huge savings with an excellent, professional and prompt service

Offering an extensive range of EPOS hardware from world class suppliers such as Star Micronics, Honeywell and Posiflex, DED offer the complete EPOS hardware solution alongside a unique rewritable loyalty system.

Graphica Display print, produce and install retail graphics including till point graphics, window graphics, LED lightboxes, cut & printed vinyl and much more. Nationwide & Euorpean delivery and installation.

T: 0131 337 1237 E: info@specializedsigns.co.uk W: www.specializedsigns.co.uk FB: Specialized-Signs

T: 01797 320636 E: sales@ded.co.uk W: www.ded.co.uk S: www.twitter.com/dedltd

Display

Display

Impulse POP specialises in Point of Purchase display systems for the Retail sector.

We offer many years of experience in all aspects of retail design, with in house manufacture - including quick turnaround prototypes, or overseas manufacture, delivery, installation and retail merchandising.

Woodwood Group –Tx Frame UK are a specialist in tension fabric display systems and LED light boxes. We are able to deliver the highest quality service with a friendly but professional approach to ensure you receive the spectacular results you deserve.

Armourcoat is the world’s foremost supplier of polished plasters, sculptural effects and innovative surface finishes.

T, 01767 682756 E. sales@impulsepop.co.uk W.www.impulsepop.co.uk S. www.twitter.com/impulsepop

T, 01376 295 016 E. sales@txframe.co.uk W. www.txframe.co.uk

T. +44 (0)1732 460 668 E. sales@armourcoat.co.uk W. www.armourcoat.com S. www.twitter.com/Armourcoat

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Finishes

T: 0845 3730073 E: info@graphicadisplay.co.uk W:www.graphicadisplay.co.uk S. www.twitter.com/graphicatweet

GRAPHICS

We create bespoke tailored solutions for retail, interiors, exhibitions, museums and 3D and we know one size does not fit all. Our teams are always ready for the challenges, big or small.

T: 01923 800666 E: info@stylographics.co.uk W: www.stylographics.com S. www.twitter.com/hellostylo

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interactive displays

MANNEQUINS

pop/pos

Crystal Display Systems is already a leading UK designer, distributor and value added reseller of flat panel display solutions. We have a vast array of media players, interactive displays, videowalls and shelf edge displays.

Our knowledge and expertise has also led to us being one of the European leaders in transparent LCD.

Rootstein Display Mannequins is a creative mannequin manufacturer and renovation specialist - delivering both ready-made and bespoke concepts for fashion retailers, globally.

We are IPOS. A creative design agency whose extensive and impressive client list speaks volumes for the professional services we offer.

We design, produce and install all aspects of our client’s POS. From instore graphics, window vinyls and 3D bespoke window displays to full multi location campaign roll outs.

Durable have been one of Europe’s largest business supplies manufacturers for almost 100 years.

We’re pioneers in developing and producing innovative solutions designed for retail from literature displays and POS to signage and display solutions.

T: +44 (0) 1634 292 025 E: info@crystal-display.com W: www.crystal-display.com S. www.twitter.com/CrystalDisplays

T: +44 20 7381 1447 E: sales@adelrootstein.co.uk W: www.rootstein.com/ S. @rootstein_

T: 0161 477 8501 E: info@ipos-design.co.uk W: www.ipos-design.co.uk S. www.twitter.com/iposdesign

T. 01202 897 071 E. customeroperations@durable-uk.com W. www.durable-uk.com S. www.twitter.com/durableuk

LED LIGHTING

pop/pos

Addlux supplies high-tech LED lighting and display technologies for the retail sector, including the largest, thinnest and most cost-effective light sheet on the market today.

Fast turnaround of deliveries and prototypes at competitive prices.

Harrison Products provide one the largest ranges of POS and Display componentry in the UK. We are able to supply off the shelf and customised products to suit your project. We pride ourselves on our industry leading service and super quick delivery options.

T: 0333 800 1828 E: info@addlux.com W: www.addlux.com S. www.twitter.com/addlux

T: +44 (0)1451 830083 E: sales@harrisonproducts.net W harrisonproducts.net

Literature Display

Brochure Holders International Limited is part of the global Taymar group recognised as a leading manufacturer of premium quality injection moulded leaflet holders and display solutions.

Committed to on-going product development the Taymar group offers one of the world’s largest collections of ‘clear view’ wall, floor and counter standing brochure displays.

T: +44 (0)1473 229250 E: sales@brochureholders.co.uk W: www.brochureholders.com

Maintenance

Air Control & Development Ltd are Daikin, Mitsubishi and Toshiba accredited contractors, specialising in providing quality air conditioning, ventilation and overdoor heater installations, service & maintenance within the retail sector.

T 01922 455523 E: info@aircontrol.co.uk W: www.aircontrol.co.uk S: www.twitter.com/AirControl123

pop/pos

Durable have been one of Europe’s largest business supplies manufacturers for almost 100 years.

We’re pioneers in developing and producing innovative solutions designed for retail from literature displays and POS to signage and display solutions.

T. 01202 897 071 E. customeroperations@durable-uk.com W. www.durable-uk.com S. www.twitter.com/durableuk

pop/pos

We are ICON. We create and deliver engaging brand and live experiences, particularly in the retail sector.

T: +44 (0) 20 7593 5200 E: enquiries@icon-world.com W: www.icon-world.com S: www.twitter.com/ICON_HQ

signage

pop up

vm

Hello Flamingo is a creative company for the retail and event sector, specialising in window displays, in store solution, POP ups, project management, design, manufacture and installation for bespoke projects at our fully equipped manufacturing workshop.

GENESIS MANNEQUINS design and produce high-class and trend-lead shop window mannequins, busts and displays for the international fashion industry. Additionally we offer style, trend and product consultation as well as a comprehensive after-sales service.

T: 01273 585768 E: info@helloflamingo.co.uk W: www.helloflamingo.co.uk S. www.twitter.com/helloflamingo1

T: +49 (0) 5752 1803 0 E: info@genesis-display.com W: www.genesis-display.com S: www.twitter.com/GenesisDisplay

Retail Consultancy

vm

We are a global retail agency. Visual Thinking develops strategy, skills, hearts and minds to deliver retail excellence and transform brand performance.

Rootstein Display Mannequins is a creative mannequin manufacturer and renovation specialist - delivering both ready-made and bespoke concepts for fashion retailers, globally.

T, +44 (0) 1788 543 331 E. mail@visualthinking.co.uk W. www.visualthinking.co.uk S. www.twitter.com/shoptactics

T: +44 20 7381 1447 E: sales@adelrootstein.co.uk W: www.rootstein.com/ S. @rootstein_

slatwall

Specialist Stockist of Aluminium Extrusions and Mild Steel Fittings for the shopfitting industry.

Extensive stock held of: *Slotted uprights *Aluminium slatwall *Perimeter Sections *Corner sections *Design and bespoke service.

T: 01273 582241 E: sales@diasystems.co.uk W: www.diagroup.co.uk S. www.twitter.com/DesignsinAlumin

VM TOOLS AND TRAINING

We are a global retail agency. Visual Thinking develops strategy, skills, hearts and minds to deliver retail excellence and transform brand performance.

T, +44 (0) 1788 543 331 E. mail@visualthinking.co.uk W. www.visualthinking.co.uk S. www.twitter.com/shoptactics

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Azuma

®

The commanding Azuma® range combines a contemporary design and powerful performance with formidable form and functionality.

Designed and manufactured by Hacel in the UK, the Azuma® delivers impressive outputs up to 6010 lumens, features state of the art Zhaga single point modules and outstanding colour rendering properties, optimal in retail and spotlighting applications.

Available in Surface, Single and Three Circuit Track versions with standard colour options of Black, White and Urban Graphite (corporate colours are available on request).

Our stunning new Catalogue 17 presents a dynamic range of architecturally inspired, class leading LED luminaires with superior performance.

Request your high quality catalogue at marketing@hacel.co.uk or Download Now at www.hacel.co.uk/downloads

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