The difference between a Cat A & Cat B fit out
The construction industry is full of abbreviations and jargon. When making decisions about acquiring premises and equipping them, it helps to understand the terminology. When dealing with commercial premises the use of the terms “Cat A” and “Cat B” “Fit outs” is common. So, what does it mean and how can understanding the terms help with making the right choices?…
The Psychology Of Shop Layout
The layout of a shop is among the most crucial marketing strategies. To begin with, a proper layout has to be put down on paper from where product placement, building specs and customer traffic flow (among other things) can be built. A well engrossed planning enables a retailer to explore various options and develop a store layout that has the…
Can a pub renovation save your business?
Owners of struggling pubs are often reluctant to spend any money on them. It smacks of throwing good money after bad - why sink more investment into a business that doesn’t seem able to pull in the customers, let alone make a decent return? Yet in many cases, the decision to bite the bullet and make the necessary investment has transformed…
How can a unique cafe design help you get ahead of competitors?
With the overcrowded marketplace and the rapid birth of new cafes, a good design of a cafe may just be the required weapon to win the competition in the industry. A good café does not just entail having delicious dishes but also integrating that edge which makes your café stand out from others. Therefore, for a café business to succeed,…
The role of a shopfitter
Ever wondered what a shopfitter does? In our latest article we take a closer look at this important role. A shopfitter needs a combination of practical, commercial and creative skills to convert empty spaces into retail environments that are designed to attract customers and induce them to spend money and time in an inviting area. Shopfitters work across a diverse…
Advantages of a professional property maintenance service
Property maintenance is essential for preventing small issues becoming large problems that are difficult and expensive to deal with. Maintenance covers a wide variety of issues. Some of this needs to be seen to on a regular basis, while others are a case of reacting there and then, to things like weather damage. Some of these are relatively simple tasks…
The importance of restaurant lighting
Why is good lighting crucial in a restaurant? No matter how sophisticated the design interior of a restaurant is or the quality of the food, this can all be ruined by inappropriate or garish lighting which will have a big impact on customer satisfaction and ultimately the business. With this in mind, it pays to spend time assessing lighting needs…
How to get the most from your retail display
When you're running a store, you need to understand how to make the shop as attractive and appealing as possible to customers. This means you need to spend time focusing on how you can make the best first-impression. Customers will make judgements based on your display, and this can play a big part in whether or not you are able…
An Effective Strategy for Sustainable Restaurant Design
There are different components of a restaurant that could be customised to enhance the effectiveness of the entire establishment towards respecting sustainability measures. Most restaurants are grappling with wastage, particularly energy, water, and even food wastage. It is reported that at least 40% of food thrown away, something that burdens the environment and can be a big problem for restaurant…