The retail industry's collaborative community for creative professionals since 1961.

Retail Design Institute Chapters hold hundreds of amazing educational and social events throughout the year. Among the Institute’s signature events is the Design Awards & Store of the Year Presentation.

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The Institute hosts the longest-running and most well-respected international design competition for professionals. It also sponsors the oldest student design competition in the industry.

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Southwest + Pacific - June 2025 Newsletter!

On June 6, ICE Agents conducted a raid and arrested more than 40 immigrant workers at a warehouse in the Los Angeles Fashion District....

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Chapter Election Schedule for 2025-2027 Term

Ready to lead? The Retail Design Institute is seeking chapter officers for 2025-2027! Nine chapters need Presidents, VPs, Secretaries & Treasurers. Nominations start July 25—could you be the next leader shaping retail design's future?

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Explore the latest updates from the International Vice President of the Retail Design Institute.

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