Kohl’s outlines plans for store investments

Kohl’s plans to open about 100 small-format stores over the next four years as part of a plan to enter markets where it doesn’t have a brick-and-mortar retail presence. The retailer also will invest $850 million this year to open … The post Kohl’s outlines plans for store investments first appeared on Commercial Construction and Renovation.

IKEA to offer solar panels, services in the US

Select IKEA stores in the US will start selling solar panels and installation services this fall in a partnership with California-based SunPower. The products and services will be sold under the “Home Solar” line, which will be available to IKEA … The post IKEA to offer solar panels, services in the US first appeared on Commercial Construction and Renovation.

IKEA, H&M create space for London’s creatives

Sweden-based retailers H&M and IKEA have partnered to open Atelier100, a London store aimed at promoting local artisans and products. The store, which was built using recycled materials from a former Topshop flagship, will include workshop space for the creators … The post IKEA, H&M create space for London’s creatives first appeared on Commercial Construction and Renovation.

Circle K embraces AI-powered self-checkouts

Circle K will install self-checkout machines that use artificial intelligence to automatically ring up items at 7,000 locations over the next few years, after testing the machines in 500 of its convenience stores. The technology, from California-based startup Mashgin, is … The post Circle K embraces AI-powered self-checkouts first appeared on Commercial Construction and Renovation.

Walmart’s HQ expansion plans feature a hotel

Walmart has unveiled plans for revamping the retailer’s corporate headquarters in Bentonville, Ark., that will include a 153-room AC Hotel by Marriott. The hotel, set to open in 2024, will also boast a rooftop lounge and 6,000 square feet of … The post Walmart’s HQ expansion plans feature a hotel first appeared on Commercial Construction and Renovation.