{"id":3578,"date":"2024-02-20T17:22:36","date_gmt":"2024-02-20T20:22:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.alicewonders.ws\/blog\/2024\/02\/20\/wondernews-sensory-immersive-futuristic-stores\/"},"modified":"2026-10-19T11:22:18","modified_gmt":"2026-10-19T14:22:18","slug":"wondernews-sensory-immersive-futuristic-stores","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.alicewonders.ws\/blog\/en\/2024\/02\/20\/wondernews-sensory-immersive-futuristic-stores\/","title":{"rendered":"#WonderNews: Sensory, Immersive, Futuristic Stores (and More!)"},"content":{"rendered":"

A new edition of #WonderNews is live \u2013 the Alice Wonders <\/a>newsletter where ideas from Wonderland <\/em>come to life in the world of retail.<\/p>\n

In it, you’ll find the top news in Technology, Innovation, and Experiences from Brazil and around the world!<\/p>\n

So grab a cup of coffee and enjoy the read. \u2615\ufe0f<\/p>\n

\u2795 Click here and subscribe so you don’t miss upcoming editions.<\/a><\/p>\n

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Casper opens concept store for sleep experiences and testing in California<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Renowned mattress brand Casper has opened its newest interactive concept store in California, spanning more than 8,600 sq ft, to highlight the brand’s three main pillars of innovation: support, comfort, and cooling.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The store’s experiences include the Snooze Bar,<\/strong> a consultation space where customers can discover the products’ key benefits and differentiators; the Pillow Lab<\/strong> for testing the brand’s pillows; the Bedroom DeZzzign Center <\/strong>which offers personalized services to design your ideal sleep; and the Bunkhouse <\/strong>so kids can have fun while their parents shop. Learn more here.<\/a><\/p>\n

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AI in retail: Sam\u2019s Club to roll out Artificial Intelligence receipt checks<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Seeking to eliminate the need for an employee to verify that customers have paid for every item in their carts, Sam\u2019s Club announced plans to introduce Artificial Intelligence and computer vision-based technology <\/strong>to digitally scan receipts at the exit.<\/p>\n

According to the company, receipt checks were a point of friction and discomfort in the customer shopping experience <\/strong>\u2013 and the new tech solution aligns with the brand’s commitment to delivering more convenient, seamless journeys, with innovations that put customer needs at the center of decision-making.<\/p>\n

The digital verification technology is currently being piloted in 10 stores<\/strong>, with plans to expand to nearly 600 Sam\u2019s Club locations. Learn more here.<\/a><\/p>\n

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Immersive exhibition celebrates the 75th anniversary of SERPENTI, BVLGARI’s icon<\/strong><\/h3>\n

To celebrate 75 years of the SERPENTI jewelry collection, a BVLGARI icon, the luxury brand presented an artistic, immersive, and sensory installation. <\/strong>On a creative journey, the fashion house partnered with world-renowned contemporary artists to bring their visions to the space. Among them was Emmanuelle Moureaux, who was chosen to create a vibrant installation in Tokyo.<\/p>\n

Made up of 347,100 Roman numerals layered along a narrow path, the exhibition seeks to evoke emotion and immerse visitors in a world where colors stretch on without limits<\/strong>, symbolizing BVLGARI’s journey and continuous reinvention through the SERPENTI icon over the years. Learn more here.<\/a><\/p>\n

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Sensory experience: Michelin-starred restaurant opens an immersive space that engages all 5 senses<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The renowned two-Michelin-star restaurant “Agli Amici 1887” has opened a new immersive space in Italy for a culinary journey that begins even before the dishes are served<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The project transformed an old tavern into the restaurant’s new entrance and promises multisensory experiences in the Box Lounge<\/strong>, a setting that immerses guests in a world of colors, flavors, and sensations.<\/p>\n

With walls and furniture bathed in shades of blue, the room is lit by a large installation inspired by contemporary art and allows for changes in atmosphere through customizable lighting<\/strong>. Meanwhile, the counter area becomes a stage where the chefs prepare their creations under the watchful eyes of onlookers, engaging all five senses from preparation to tasting. Learn more here.<\/a><\/p>\n

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How electric vehicle brands are revolutionizing retail in China<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Electric car brands are transforming the retail experience in China, bringing innovative hi-tech concepts to shopping malls.<\/p>\n

These spaces aren’t just POS locations; they’re digital, personalized experience centers <\/strong>where consumers can immerse themselves in the world of electric vehicles. At the Lotus store in Shanghai, for example, customers can experience what it feels like to be inside a vehicle and even design their dream car in real time with the help of digital interfaces<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

This approach also draws customers into an ecosystem of services that enriches their lifestyle under the brand’s banner, with offerings ranging from maintenance and battery charging to conveniences such as mobile offices, kids’ areas, and food courts that increase dwell time and strengthen customer loyalty<\/strong>. Learn more here.<\/a><\/p>\n

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Digitally native South Korean brand W Concept opens another brick-and-mortar store<\/strong><\/h3>\n

W Concept, the South Korean teen<\/em> fashion e-commerce platform, is expanding its operations beyond digital by opening physical stores across the country.<\/p>\n

The latest addition is located on the 4th floor of Shinsegae Centum City in South Korea, with over 130 m\u00b2 (about 1,400 sq ft) of design inspired by Busan, the country’s second-largest city<\/strong>. The opening follows the brand’s pilot program, which began with a pop-up store that spent several weeks testing the brand’s offline sales potential.<\/p>\n

The space is dominated by an undulating metallic volume that houses an exclusive fitting room, adding an iconic design element to the environment. With a carefully curated selection of women’s apparel and accessories from various South Korean brands, the new store promises a futuristic, sensory, and one-of-a-kind shopping experience<\/strong>. Learn more here.<\/a><\/p>\n

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Follow us on Instagram<\/a>, LinkedIn<\/a>, and our Blog: The Future of Retail<\/a> so you never miss an update. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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