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The Power of Experiential Design & Why Every Space Needs it

3 min

The Power of Experiential Design & Why Every Space Needs it

In a world where you can buy just about anything your heart desires online, the quest to stand out and thrive as a brick-and-mortar business

Unlocking Success: Why Your Building Choice Can Make or Break Your Project

Brick and Mortar

3 min

PROCESS

Unlocking Success: Why Your Building Choice Can Make or Break Your Project

working with an architect in the ideation (pre-design) phase of your project ensures the design, feasibility, and return on investment (ROI)

Why You Should Invest in an Architect to Transform Your Storefront

Brick and Mortar

4 min

PROCESS

Why You Should Invest in an Architect to Transform Your Storefront

Brick and Mortar

3 min

DESIGN TIPS

Show, Don’t Tell: How to Set Your Brick and Mortar Apart

Let's face it, one of the biggest challenges of having a brick and mortar is attracting your dream customers or clients to walk into...

5 Things to know before opening a storefront

Brick and Mortar

3 min

DESIGN TIPS

5 Things to know before opening a storefront

Opening a brick and mortar storefront process tips

Brick and Mortar

3 min

COMMUNITY

A Spotlight On Outside the Box

Outside the Box is an education and community partnership program engaging Central and Western Duluth middle school students in...

3 ways to drive more customers into your shop

Brick and Mortar

2 min

DESIGN TIPS

3 ways to drive more customers into your shop

A storefront isn’t just the door people see on the sidewalk -- it’s an extension of your store. Utilize your branding, store personality,...

How to Create the Ultimate Shopping Experience For Your Customers (Both In-Store & Online!)

Brick and Mortar

2 min

DESIGN TIPS

How to Create the Ultimate Shopping Experience For Your Customers (Both In-Store & Online!)

Whether your customers are shopping in-store or online, you'll want them to have the best experience possible. Not only that, but you'll...

How to Use a Design Thinking Approach to Create Your Pandemic Preparedness Plan

Brick and Mortar

4 min

PROCESS

How to Use a Design Thinking Approach to Create Your Pandemic Preparedness Plan

So it’s time to create (or reevaluate) a Pandemic Preparedness Plan. The first thing to do is learn about the necessary legalities...

Wayfinding From Sidewalk to Cash Register: What That Means & Why It's Important

Brick and Mortar

1 min

DESIGN TIPS

Wayfinding From Sidewalk to Cash Register: What That Means & Why It's Important

Wayfinding refers to the information systems that guide people through a physical environment and enhance their understanding and...

Placemaking: What It Is & How To Execute It

Brick and Mortar

1 min

COMMUNITY

Placemaking: What It Is & How To Execute It

Placemaking is the process of creating quality environments that people want to work, live, and play in. Start with this article, it is...

How Sensory Marketing Leads to a More Immersive Shopping Experience

Brick and Mortar

2 min

DESIGN TIPS

How Sensory Marketing Leads to a More Immersive Shopping Experience

Sensory marketing involves stimulating the senses of your customer, which affects their perception, judgement, and behavior. Engaging...

Brick and Mortar

3 min

DESIGN TIPS

The Elements of Storefront Design

What story does your storefront about your brand?

Commercial Building Renovation Process Guide

Brick and Mortar

3 min

PROCESS

Commercial Building Renovation Process Guide

Process Guide to renovating a commercial building in Duluth Minnesota

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