Retail Design Institute of America 49th Annual Design Awards
Announced 02 July, 2020 in New York
On July 02 in New York City, the Retail Design Institute of America honored 22 projects in their ‘Class of 2019’ which represent the ‘best of the best’ new stores opened around the world in 2019. In addition, they awarded two dozen ‘Innovation’ awards ranging from store planning and circulation to lighting design and decorative material use.
The annual competition, now in its 49th year, attracted submissions from 66 retail teams across the globe. Countries represented include: USA, U.K., Europe, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Italy, Mexico, Saudi Arabia and South Korea.
Sydney based Landini Associates dominated this year’s award ceremony, sweeping up a total of 9 awards across 4 of the studio’s projects – 20 percent of the total number awarded, and the highest number won by a single firm. They were also the only Australian firm to be honored in this year’s program.
Photography: Andrew Meredith
ALDI China, Shanghai | Retail format the brand’s entry into the Chinese market
Awards won: Class of 2019
Landini Scope of Works: Master-planning, interior design, brand graphic design, wayfinding, signage, ticketing, design standards and guidelines.
“The store really differentiates us in the market w which is what we need. Most importantly the local response to what we have created has been fantastic! Thank you for all your hard work in bringing this to life.” –Huw Longman, Director of Store Development, ALDI China
Photography: Andrew Meredith
McDonald’sTimes Square – New York City, USA | NYC Flagship of Landini’s Global Format for the brand
Awards won: Class of 2019; Innovation: Branding; Innovation: Digital Integration
Landini Scope of Works: The complete reinvention of the world’s largest fast food chain including master-planning, interior design, brand positioning, graphic design, packaging, uniforms and global design standards and guidelines.
“The ultimate McDonald’s Experience.” –McDonald’s Corporation
Photography: Ross Honeysett
Sarah & Sebastian, Sydney | Mosman Flagship
Awards won: Class of 2019; Innovation: Lighting
Landini Scope of Works: Interior Design
“Landini Associates thought outside the box and challenged convention.” –Sarah Gittoes, Co-Founder
Photography: Trevor Mein
SSG Food Market (Emart), Seoul, South Korea | Reinvention of Emart’s ‘Star Super’
Awards won: Class of 2019; Innovation: Store Planning; Innovation: Environmental Graphic Design
Landini Scope of Works: Naming and Identity, master-planning, interior design, brand positioning, graphic design, packaging, menus, uniforms and advertising style guides.
“Customers are raving about the complete transformation of the space, product assortment and service quality. Especially the neighbours said SSG Dogok is the new must go place in Seoul.” –Jin Hwa Lee, Senior Project Engagement Manager, Emart
ABOUT LANDINI ASSOCIATES
Landini Associates are a team of designers and strategic thinkers from around the world, based in Sydney. Their work tends to be multi-skilled as they practice strategy, architecture, interior, graphic, product, furniture and digital design. Most of their projects engage all of these disciplines and currently they are working in Australia, New Zealand, North America, South America, Canada, the UK, Europe, Asia and the UAE.
Landini Associates work across all sectors of retail and hospitality, and are most globally renowned for their work in food. Clients include Loblaws (all banners) (Canada), McDonald’s (Global), Marks and Spencers (UK,) Walgreens (US), Esselunga (Italy), Emart (South Korea), ALDI (Australia and China), David Jones (Australia), and Selfridges (London), amongst many others.
ABOUT RDI
Founded in 1961, the Institute is the largest and oldest association for design professionals working in the retail industry. It is a collaborative community where sharing ideas, knowledge and passion enable members to fulfill the fast-paced planning and design needs of retail. Membership includes architects, graphic designers, lighting designers, interior designers, store planners, visual merchandisers, resource designers, brand strategists, educators, trade partners, trade media and students of design.