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The Institute honors five design visionaries for their lifelong contributions to innovation, mentorship, and excellence in the global retail design industry.

PUMA 48 Club has been named the Retail Design Institute’s 2024 Retail Experience of the Year!

Celebrate global retail design excellence with highlights from the Retail Design Institute’s 54th International Design Awards, honoring this year’s winners, honorees, and Retail Experience of the Year.

Retail Design Institute launches its 54th International Design Competition with expanded eligibility, new categories, and enhanced submission platform. Enter your innovative retail projects by July 11, 2025.

Chapter Meet-Up and Firm Spotlight

Last Thursday,November 28th, we celebrated the conclusion of another edition of the Retail Design Awards , reaffirming its position as...

Explore the innovative transformation of Australia Post's community hub, a modern post office designed to meet changing community needs.

The Retail Design Institute inducts Aaron Spiess, Alec Zaballero, and David Kepron into the Legion of Honor.

Explore the breathtaking transformation of Tiffany & Co.'s iconic flagship store in New York, named the 2023 Store of the Year.

Discover how Petco's San Marcos store transformed into a top performer with innovative design and improved wayfinding.

Indulge in mid-century Hollywood glamour at this award-winning upscale steakhouse designed by MBH Architects for Chef Tyler Florence.

Check out the award-winning High Street Place in Boston, a vibrant culinary destination.

Explore the immersive experience at El Palacio de Hierro Coyoacán, a 52nd International Design Competition Winner.

Discover the innovative design of VUORI's NYC flagship store, blending California coastal aesthetics with historic charm.

Discover the award-winning design of Sage & Sound, New York City, a unique wellness destination offering curated products, services, and...

Embark on a real immersive experience within the adidas world through the visionary Adidas Project Concept in São Paulo. This ambitious...

We're thrilled to share the resounding success of the recent AIA x Retail Design Institute’s 52nd International Design Awards Presentations.

On Tuesday, October 10th, five new legionnaires were inducted into the prestigious Retail Design Legion of Honor.

“This project really shifts the dialogue on what keeps retail relevant,” International President, Cynthia Ortiz, RDI commented.

Wilson, New York City Design: Bergmeyer Associates, Boston Photography: Richard Cadan Photography, Bridgeport, Conn.