Thursday, December 31, 2009

Fundamental Concepts In Retail Design

By Cherry Gonzales

The most important function of a retail space is to assist the buyers in buying the exhibited products without any problem and to allow the retailer to draw buyers to the goods for effective selling. Because of this objective, retail design entails taking into account various considerations of marketing, graphic design and ergonomics, along with the regular ones relating to architecture and interior design.

When the design for a retail space is being developed, the designer must make it according to the specific uses of that retail space. For example, the design needs for a supermarket would be starkly different from those for an art emporium. Designing demands giving attention to numerous aspects, for example, the number and type of products which will be exhibited, the extent of participation by the shop staff in selling process and various other such factors. Also, in some retail areas, goods just need to be exhibited, whereas in others, the customers would also prefer to test the goods in the premises. Based on such requirements, the retail design will have to be different.

In addition to the technical details of a retail design, the attractiveness of the retail space from the point of view of the customers should also be taken into account. It is essential that the retail space is hospitable towards the buyers and inspires them to make purchases on entering the shop. The designing of the retail space can greatly contribute in this respect. There should also be space within the store for promoting the products through advertisements to enhance the likelihood of a sale.

Further, the retail space environment should make a lasting impression on the buyers so that they come back to the shop and buy more goods. A good retail designer will hence give extra attention to the ambience of the store and make sure that the buyers have a pleasant and comfortable experience.

To create a good retail design, it is important to have a comprehensive understanding of promotion fundamentals, space planning and knowledge of buyers' psychology, along with other things. It is essential that the owner of the store understands these concepts in order to communicate the designer about his particular needs and the retail designer understands them to properly work as per the needs.

Finally, it is not only the designing of interiors of the store that requires special attention. The exteriors of the shop are equally significant and should be striking so that the buyers are tempted to come in and look at the goods. - 2364

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