DESIGN/CONSTRUCTION

Check out Nike's remodeled Tokyo store
One of Nike’s most popular Japanese doors, Nike Harajuku, in Tokyo, has reopened after a remodel that resulted in an expanded layout and enhanced services similar to the recent refitting of NikeTown London.
First Look: Saks Fifth Avenue steps up for men’s footwear
Saks Fifth Avenue is capitalizing on menswear momentum.

Altar’d State taps Talbots VP to spearhead plus-size format

Young women’s fashion brand Altar’d State is doubling down on the growing plus-size market.
Toys 'R' Us in comeback — with a different business model and smaller format

One year after closing all its U.S. stores, Toys “R” Us is returning with a “playground environment,” a tech-driven partner and a consignment-like business model.
American Dream’s latest tenant is an Asian-American grocer

One of the largest Asian-American supermarket chains in United States is headed to the long-awaited American Dream megamall in East Rutherford, N.J.
Fast-growing ThirdLove to try out brick-and-mortar

A brand known for its inclusive sizing and advocacy for women is going to open a temporary concept store that may well pave the way for future locations.
Uniqlo to enter big new market

Japanese fast-fashion giant Uniqlo is launching a rollout plan for its entry into India in the fall.
Nominations open for Convenience Store News’ store design contest

Convenience Store News, a sister brand of Chain Store Age, is now accepting nominations for its 2019 Store Design Contest, which is open to both convenience store chains and single-store owners.
Giant Food Stores opening second location of new urban format

Giant Food Store’s Heirloom Market concept is expanding its presence in Philadelphia.
Ferrandino & Son acquires Enterprise Signs

Ferrandino & Son has expanded its services with the acquisition of a full-service sign company.

Check out Nike's remodeled Tokyo store

First Look: Saks Fifth Avenue steps up for men’s footwear

Altar’d State taps Talbots VP to spearhead plus-size format

Toys 'R' Us in comeback — with a different business model and smaller format

American Dream’s latest tenant is an Asian-American grocer

Fast-growing ThirdLove to try out brick-and-mortar

Uniqlo to enter big new market

Nominations open for Convenience Store News’ store design contest

Giant Food Stores opening second location of new urban format

Ferrandino & Son acquires Enterprise Signs