Retail Design Institute Press

Susanne Andrey of the Southern California Chapter awarded 'Member of the Year'
January 30, 2012
Posted By: Southern California Chapter


Retail Design Institute Inducts Henry Into Retail Design Legion of Honor
January 20, 2012

NEW YORK - Jeff Henry, a principal at Gensler, the world's largest design, planning and architecture firm, was inducted into the Retail Design Legion of Honor at last night's Retail Design Institute (RDI) International Store Design Awards Show. The Legion of Honor recognizes lifetime contributions that have influenced and shaped retailing, store design and the design culture, both in the United States and abroad. A Gensler design director for the retail and hospitality studios in the firm's San Francisco headquarters, Henry has been designing spaces for people to gather, shop, connect, eat, interact and engage for more than 30 years.

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Stylmark Appoints Cathi Bullis as Chief Financial Officer
September 1, 2011

Stylmark Appoints Cathi Bullis as Chief Financial Officer

MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. - August 23, 2011 - Stylmark, Inc. recently announced the promotion of Cathi Bullis to Chief Financial Officer. Cathi will be responsible for leading Stylmark's financial and information technology initiatives. In addition to her new role as CFO, Cathi will also join Stylmark's Board of Directors as the first female director in company history.

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Retail Design Review with Alison Embrey Medina
August 1, 2011
Posted By: Southern California Chapter

Please join us for an exciting presentation on the future of retail design from Alison Embrey Medina. Alison is the Executive Editor of DDI Magazine.

International President, Brian Dyches, speaking in Sao Paulo at the ABF Convention.
June 17, 2011



International President, Brian Dyches, in front of the world famous Brasilian retailer Melissa during his recent trip to Sao Paulo
June 17, 2011

International President, Brian Dyches, in front of the world famous Brasilian retailer Melissa during his recent trip to Sao Paulo. That's actually post-it notes artfully used to create a beautiful mosaic. Each note has a distinct message.
Nace el Retail Design Institute España
June 17, 2011
Posted By: Madrid/Barcelona Chapter

El próximo 7 de abril quedará constituido formalmente el Retail Design Institute España puesto en marcha por un grupo de profesionales del diseño y de la arquitectura en retail, entre ellos DISTRIBUCIÓN ACTUALIDAD como Medio Asociado. El Instituto será presentado el mismo día en un acto que se desarrollará en el marco de las 26 Jornadas de Distribución Comercial. Contará con la presencia y padrinazgo de George Homer, presidente del Retail Design Institute de Brasil del que depende el instituto español

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Stylmark Names New President and Executive Vice President
May 24, 2011

Stylmark Names New President and Executive Vice President

MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. – May 10, 2011 – Stylmark, Inc. recently announced changes in its executive structure with the naming of Kevin Hogan to President and Kevin Brown to Executive Vice President. Both Mr. Hogan and Mr. Brown will also serve on Stylmark’s Board of Directors.

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Stylmark Announces Platinum Sponsorship of The Retail Design Institute
February 14, 2011


For Immediate Release Contact: Carrie Harvey Schnabel
763-586-4892
charveyschnabel@stylmark.com

Stylmark Announces Platinum Sponsorship of The Retail Design Institute

Stylmark will continue to support The Retail Design Institute
as one of a select group of platinum sponsors


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Retail Design Institute 2010-2012 International Election Results
October 22, 2010

The Retail Design Institute is pleased to announce the results of their 2010-2012 International Election

As of November 1, 2010 the new slate of officers is

International President: Brian Dyches, FRDI

International Vice President: Ken Fuller, RDI

International Secretary: Luanne Perry, FRDI

International Treasurer: Amy Bien, RDI

Retail Design Awards 2010
June 27, 2010
Posted By: Sydney / Melbourne Chapter

The Retail Design Institute recently held their inaugural Design awards evening at Circa at the Prince Hotel in St Kilda.

The event was a sold out success, it was a great evening for the celebration of innovative design and designers in this country.

Our guest speaker Amanda Henderson gave a informative passionate and entertaining talk on design and her collaboration in the newly refurbed Circa at the Prince.The Retail Design Institute would like to congratulate the winners.1st place

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April 07 NEWSLETTER
October 2, 2008
Posted By: Sydney / Melbourne Chapter

You will find the latest news and upcoming events for May and June. You will also find a Membership form... we urge you to join and look forward to hearing from you and seeing you at future events. The Retail Design Institute is the only international body representing professional retail designers. Several Members Only events are coming up which are vital to your knowledge as retail designers.
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June 07 NEWSLETTER
October 2, 2008
Posted By: Sydney / Melbourne Chapter

Inside you will find the latest news, a competition and upcoming events for July and beyond. You will also find a Membership form... we urge you to join and look forward to hearing from you and seeing you at future events. The Retail Design Institute is the only international body representing professional retail designers. Several Members Only events are coming up which are vital to your knowledge as retail designers.
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November 07 NEWSLETTER
October 2, 2008
Posted By: Sydney / Melbourne Chapter

Ideas from around the world
President's letter
New Formica Flooring
The Laminex Group Review
Brief review of Regal Lighting event and Petra Kleegraefe presentation
Calender Events
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The Retail Design Institute and Living Edge held a special event on Wednesday 20th August 08.
October 2, 2008
Posted By: Sydney / Melbourne Chapter

Service Design Facilitating Retail Design
In this presentation, Alex Ritchie explained how the best international design agencies utilise a service-led approach to retail design. This approach allows a retailer to connect to their customer on an emotional level, which converts buyers into brand advocates.

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