NEW YORK—Independent retailers are looking more than ever to differentiate themselves from big box and mass market stores. Ideas for merchandising and presenting product, store layout and colors can come from many sources. One unique example we recently came across is Design4Retail a retail design agency based in the U.K. Blending concepts for store design, product display, signage and innovative corners and campaigns, the agency’s website is a fount of ideas. By looking at what their clients’ brands and retailers are doing in categories as wide-ranging as beauty and cosmetics, or apparel and accessories, eyewear retailers and smaller optical dispensaries and boutiques can glean a range of adaptable tips and tactics.

Design4Retail’s News + Blog features a range of posts that might showcase a popup for a home interiors brand or a display corner and graphics for an apparel store.

The agency also shares info about important retail trends, like using technology in the space or how new graphics and store props can enliven displays and seasonal themes.