Retail Design Institute’s 51st International Design Competition

Join the AIANY Interiors Committee and the Retail Design Institute NY Chapter as they host presentations by New York firms for projects recognized in the Retail Design Institute’s 51st International Design Competition. The competition celebrates exceptional retail experiences ranging from full-line traditional department and specialty apparel stores to restaurants, kiosks, and pop-up shops, highlighting outstanding and innovative retail spaces that encourage new techniques in planning, design, graphics, fixturing, lighting, and visual merchandising. Recognized stores will be presented in quick-fire, six-minute intervals.

Speakers:
Aya Matsumoto, AIA, Creative Director, TPG Architecture
Sarah Whalen, Senior Associate, TPG Architecture
Rachel Herman, Senior Designer, Landor and Fitch
Matthew McNerney, Creative Director of Experience, Landor and Fitch
Jason Carney, AIA, Design Director, Gensler
Tobi Wray, IIDA, NCIDQ, RDI, Founder, Design Well Spent Co

Winning Projects:
Citi, New York City by Gensler, New York and Citi
M&M’s, Berlin by Landor & Fitch, New York City
NHL, New York City by TPG Architecture, New York City
Treat, JKF International Airport by Design Well Spent Company

This event is offered in person; COVID-19 vaccinations and face masks are strongly encouraged for all visitors. Read our full Health and Safety Protocol here.