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Universal Gear
A trendy menswear retailer adds its vibe to the revival of a D.C. neighborhood.

Logan Circle, a historic section of Washington, D.C., is undergoing a renaissance, with restored Victorian brownstones and new retailers. One of those is Universal Gear, a trendy menswear retailer with a growing chain of stores in D.C., Chicago, New . . .  » MORE
    Universal Gear


A Treasure Shines
Join our designer-on-the-scene for an inside look at the shimmering new Tiffany’s in New York.

I’m always in awe of the grandeur that must have been Lower Manhattan a century ago: the Beaux Arts architecture, the detailed façades, the canyons of steel that announced wealthy people were doing something very important inside those b . . .  » MORE
    A Treasure Shines


Target’s Florida Look
Retailer accommodates its exterior design to blend in with local architecture

There are few retailers who protect the integrity of their design references more strongly than Target. A Target store always looks like a Target store, whether it’s sitting in a large freestanding lot, surrounded by parking, or in one of the e . . .  » MORE
    Target’s Florida Look


Umbra
ISP/VM+SD Design Competition Winner

Umbra, a hip housewares manufacturer, wanted its new concept store in Toronto to reflect the company’s design-driven DNA. To help make that statement, the two-level building was wrapped in 300 translucent pink slats. The panels are spaced 6 inc . . .  » MORE
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Go Fresh
ISP/VM+SD Store Design Competition Winner

Go Fresh, a new-concept convenience store in London, uses graphics, color and lighting to create a fun and inviting environment for commuters. Taking advantage of the store’s unique location – underneath the barrel vaulting of a bridge &n . . .  » MORE
    Go Fresh


Stylish Statement
Aerosoles’ New York flagship respects its building’s roots

Since its founding in 1987, Aerosoles has prided itself on selling shoes that are “fashion-right and affordable.” But for its new flagship in New York, the Edison, N.J.-based company wanted a store that reflects its latest marketing messa . . .  » MORE
    Stylish Statement


Rock and First Republic
First Republic Bank’s facade stands out in NYC skyline

The First Republic Bank was looking to make a statement in Manhattan at Lexington Avenue and 79th Street. Working with Kenneth Lill of KAL Architecture (New York) and Jack Esterson of Studio A Architects (New York), the financial institution sought a . . .  » MORE
    Rock and First Republic


All Natural
Coldwater Creek’s new hometown flagship reflects and respects the retailer's Pacific Northwest roots

Coldwater Creek has built a chain of more than 200 specialty stores around the country by appealing to the authentic, natural boomer woman. But its brand was really challenged by its newest flagship, in Sandpoint, Idaho – the nestled-in-the-mou . . .  » MORE
    All Natural


Gold Rush
The chili sweepstakes are on in Cincinnati

Gold Star Chili has long been a frontrunner in the race for Cincinnati’s best chili. Three-ways, four-ways – these creations of spaghetti, chili and cheese are samples of the Queen City’s quintessential cuisine. Not one to play seco . . .  » MORE
    Gold Rush


Stepping it Up
The Athlete's Foot gets a new look and a shorter name

The Athlete’s Foot is making strides to revamp its image. Acquired in 2006 for $51.5 million by New York-based NexCen Brands Inc., the 35-year-old athletic apparel chain’s new look includes a shortened name (TAF), a new logo and an update . . .  » MORE
    Stepping it Up


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