How the Downturn Alters the Retail Site Selection Process (8/19)
Aug 19, 2009
Even as retailers cut back on new store growth, many are still looking to either expand in an existing market or open in a new one at some point in the next year...
Retail Owners Look to Fountains to Provide Intangible Gains (7/7)
Jul 7, 2009, By Riccardo A. Davis
Mall fountains, are enjoying a resurgence in both indoor and outdoor settings...
Despite the recession—or because of it—mixed-use sites get a new look (3/5)
Mar 5, 2009, By Arthur Zaczkiewicz
As national retail chains pull back growth strategies amid same-store sales figures that are the worst in decades, mixed-use projects that had been in the works for years are suddenly being thrown into disarray...
Ch-ch-ch-ch-changes
Mar 1, 2008, By Marc Hequet
Just when it appeared that the industry was getting a handle on this mixed-use thing, the housing market had to go and shake things up. Now the residential...
Q: How are the mixed-use projects changing the way you do business?
Sep 1, 2007
Brown Craig Turner Bryce Turner, President and CEO: Mixed-use requires more coordination and collaboration with other consultants and building trades....
Q: What have you learned from projects abroad?
Sep 1, 2007
KKE Architects Brian Arial, Managing Principal: I've learned to think outside of our own experiences. Since cultures obviously differ, it's important...
Q: How is the rise of green building affecting retail architecture?
Sep 1, 2007
DFD Cornoyer Hedrick Leo Mendez, Director of Retail Design: Time will tell. The latest publications, documentaries, etc., have all begun to pose very...
Q: Are there new emerging design techniques or materials owners are asking for?
Sep 1, 2007
Brown Craig Turner Bryce Turner, President and CEO: Precast concrete is in high demand for use as exterior walls. The pricing is competitive and clients...
CURRENT AND FUTURE TRENDS IN RETAIL ARCHITECTURE
Sep 1, 2007, By Marc Kristal
In these three dominant areas, architects have an unprecedented opportunity to reshape retail real estate in the coming years. Recently, four members...
Uncommon SPACES
Oct 1, 2003, By Joy Armstrong
What makes a retail space special? Striking design, of course; great products, too. But to maintain an edge over competitors, retailers are finding they...
