Nov. 18 - An interactive endcap display for Fisher-Price's Smart Cycle toy won the "Best of the Times" award in the Institute's annual Design of the Times contest. The display was designed and produced by Darko Inc., Twinsburg, OH.

Nov. 3 - Lowe's last month introduced two brand lines to the tools department.

Hannah Montana and other teen-friendly entertainment properties took center stage during the 2008 back-to-school season, as retailers in multiple channels sought to add a hip veneer to otherwise standard promotions targeting students and their parents.

The home improvement co-operative has embarked on an ambitious redesign project that it hopes will drive more trips to the stores. Our coverage includes a photo tour of True Value's model store in Cary, IL.

September 2008 results from BIGresearch's Consumer Intentions & Actions Survey

Retailers are researching their guests like never before, and CPG brands are expected to tailor displays to these specific shopper profiles.

Research pinpoints which shoppers are influenced most by in-store tactics

Proteus' Bill Sterling and Paul Metaxatos discuss how quality design can thrive within the big box world despite continual pressures to reduce costs and increase margins.