New York City — Finland-based Marimekko continues its U.S. expansion with the opening of a flagship store in Manhattan, a U.S.-based website, and extended collaboration with Crate and Barrel.
London — Johnson Controls Global WorkPlace Solutions has signed an agreement with Royal Dutch Shell plc to manage and maintain 12,000 Shell retail fuel stations in 27 countries.
Philadelphia — Value retailer Five Below plans to open 50 new locations this year, beginning with two new stores that opened last Friday in greater Baltimore.
By Jerry Tucci, Sr and Ravindra S. Kamat, AIA Next-generation Saks Fifth Avenue store in Boston unveils a new, cutting-edge design — and overcomes numerous construction challenges.
Boca Raton, FL — Office Depot has reduced its energy usage by 27.5% across its building portfolio, becoming the first general retailer to be recognized for realizing a greater than 20% reduction.