Purple Tuesday - Tuesday 13 November.

Purple Tuesday - Tuesday 13 November.

Nearly one in every five people in the UK has a disability or impairment, and over half of households have a connection to someone with a disability. Their collective spending power – the ...… Read More


Alex Sansom - Colman Architect's newest recruit.

Alex Sansom - Colman Architect's newest recruit.

Colman Architects is delighted to announce that Alex Sansom has joined the Practice as a director, to take a lead role in the team. Since 2008 Alex has guided the Store Design team at Debenhams as Head of Design. Alex’s arrival at Debenhams heralded a rapid programme of new build stores coupled with investment in their existing portfolio. Highlights of his leadership at Debenhams included the internal refurbishment and external recladding of Oxford Street, a sensitive insertion into a listed mill building in Kidderminster, the multiple award winning new build in Stevenage, the new store in Wolverhampton in association with Colman Architects and the highly acclaimed Watford store ...… Read More


We'll be at MAPIC! Pop in and see us.

We'll be at MAPIC! Pop in and see us.

This year we’re sending a delegation of 4 to MAPIC to fly the flag for the UK retail property and placemaking sector, promoting all that’s good (and addressing the bits that are ...… Read More


Our new diploma timetable has been released!

Our new diploma timetable has been released!

Time to up your game. Our new 18 month part-time, Level 4 Diploma on Retail Place and Leisure Management in partership with Solent University Southampton has been designed to fit around your busy work and home life. We've just released the timetable and full module programme!  Whats on the programme? Principles of Retail and Leisure Place Management Fundamentals of Property Law and Data Governance Financial Management and Reporting Management, Operations and Health & Safety  Marketing Principles for Retail and Leisure The Retail Place – The Future Leaders Project    Find out more here … Read More


Revo launches ‘Tomorrow’s World: Retail on the line’ omnichannel research report.

Revo launches ‘Tomorrow’s World: Retail on the line’ omnichannel research report.

New stores deliver retailers an average 12% uplift in online sales. Retailers see an average 12% increase in online sales in the catchment area after opening a new store, according to a research ...… Read More


Emilie Rose Stationery: Free Space+ winner!

Emilie Rose Stationery: Free Space+ winner!

A big congratulations is in order to Emilie Rose Stationery who has taken up retail space in Hammerson's Silverburn in Glasgow! Emilie Rose Stationery is an amazing indie Glasgow business and a winner of our Free Space+ competition, delivering a unique offer to Silverburn's customers.   Check out her links below! emilierose.co.uk facebook.com/emilierosestationery instagram.com/emilierosestationery … Read More


Entries are open for the Opal Awards!

Entries are open for the Opal Awards!

We’re celebrating the unique commercial and brand opportunities created within retail environments such as shopping centres, outlets, leisure destinations, transport hubs and mixed use ...… Read More


Destination R - the industry is evolving, and so are we!

Destination R - the industry is evolving, and so are we!

Join us as we take over the Hilton Birmingham Metropole for our brand new, one of a kind, conference and exhibition. It’s THE must attend for anyone and everyone involved in the management and operation of retail property and placemaking.We’re heading in an exciting new direction and hope you’ll join us on our journey! Be part of it on Wednesday 3 - Thursday 4 April.   Our audience. Connect and learn with 500+ place management and operations professionals! Representatives from shopping centres, outlet malls, retail parks, leisure destinations, transport hubs, Local Authorities, BIDs and many more will all be in attendance.   Our ...… Read More


The Physical Store in the Omnichannel World.

The Physical Store in the Omnichannel World.

The rise of the internet has proven to be the biggest disruptor in the retail industry. The borders between online and offline retail have blurred. So what is the role of physical stores in this ...… Read More


Our membership story continues!

Our membership story continues!

We want to expand our community to benefit the retail property and placemaking industry. The wonderful Yvette Bryan at Trowers & Hamlins reads the next chapter of our membership story. … Read More


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