European retail regeneration: Reflections on three precincts
Claire Bowles shares her insights on how European cities are reimagining shopping destinations. From heritage-led luxury arcades to eclectic creative...
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Sustainable retail through creative re-use
As the climate crisis intensifies and demand for authentic, place-driven retail grows, adaptive reuse is stepping up. In this article...
The Evolution of Industrial: As the industries we require evolve so too does the nature of our industrial precincts
The landscape of industrial development is undergoing a profound transformation, shaped by evolving needs and innovative approaches. Traditional industrial precincts,...
Nature not only deserves a seat at the table – she will soon be requiring one!
With nature based reporting around the corner for many corporations, how can shopping centre developers play their part? Claire Bowles...
Improvement Districts as a model for regeneration
A Business Improvement District (BID) is a partnership where property owners and retailers come together to make a positive and...
From best IN the world to best FOR the world. What does the rise in B Corps mean for retail?
B Corp Certification recognises businesses with high ethical standards. There is an increasing demand from customers that businesses serving them,...
Residential retail fusion – UK vs Australian perspective
This article co-authored by Claire Bowles and Joe Wright of i2C Architects was first published in SCN magazine. Premium members...
Going local for global impact
When we talk about ‘sustainability’ in retail developments, much of our attention and energy is often directed toward the large...
Placing people at the heart of our centres
In retail property development, the importance of ‘community’ needs no explanation; it’s been an accepted fact for decades. But how...
What’s in store with new Green Star Buildings?
This article co-authored by Claire Bowles Sustainability Lead, i2C Architects & Chris Buntine, Sustainability Manager, Northrop Consulting Engineers was first published in SCN...