In an ever-changing retail environment, the importance of window displays remains a constant, as our 2022 International Visual Competition winners illustrate
The “hybrid frictionless check-out store” relies on a pair of robots and a diverse merchandise mix to endear shoppers
And we'll be talking about it at IRDC 2022 this fall
Faux rock formations define the space, which is flooded with natural light
Daria Kralik-Udalova Age: 35 | Retail Designer, Ninth Space WHY DARIA? From retail strategy/planning and concept design development to being a client liaison and providing construction...
Cristina Arrea Age: 32 | Associate, Design Manager, Gensler WHY CRISTINA? Delivering human-centric designs showcasing a compelling story, Cristina oversees day-to-day project administration and ensures clients,...
Lora Child Age: 29 | Designer, IA Interior Architects WHY LORA? As a designer, and working for clients like Nike, Bloomingdale’s, T-Mobile and Vroom, Lora leads...
To see the future of the mall, designers should look to emergent industries like cannabis and electric vehicles
Laura Back Age: 27 | Senior Designer, Environments, Chute Gerdeman WHY LAURA? As a lead environmental designer, Laura maps out exterior and interior experiences the old-school...
Her proudest project? Three stores paying tribute to Andy Warhol
Amelia Papadakis Age: 26 | Interior Designer, Bergmeyer WHY AMELIA? With attention-grabbing projects for Superette Cannabis, Wilson and Everlane under her belt, Amelia sees her projects...
James Colburn Age: 27 | Design Manager, Harding WHY JAMES? From project concept to installation, James works to design retail spaces operated by Harding aboard a...
We tip our hats to those who push the envelope.
Shwetha Shanmugam Age: 33 | Team Lead-Retail Designer, Four Dimensions Retail Design Ltd. Pvt. WHY SHWETHA? An architect specialized in retail experiences, Shwetha has worked for...
“We’ve entered a period where virtual is reality and physically being somewhere has become a novelty,” says Designer Dozen award winner Jacqueline Stubbs
Now in its 10th year, the program spotlights rising young talents in both retail and design.
Aaron VandenHeuvel Age: 31 | Associate, CallisonRTKL WHY AARON? With strong time management skills and a willingness to learn, Aaron deals with all phases of design...
Kate DiLillo Age: 31 | Interior Designer, Richardson Design WHY KATE? With formal training in industrial design, Kate combines her talents and expertise to envision and...
“I want people to walk away from our stores and think, ‘Flippin heck, that was brilliant’”
Oversized books are the main attraction of a vibrant, children-themed area