Brick & Mortar stores adopt fun, playful experiences for kids and those young at heart
Implications - As the retail landscape continues to adapt, experiential in-store engagements are on the rise, and with that we’re seeing a move towards elevated aspects of play and interaction to engage much younger audiences. More than just being able to touch and interact with products, these retail experiences are creating hyper-immersive environments by tapping into nostalgic themes around aspects like camping, games and comfort foods. These playful environments help set the stage for more fun, nostalgic experiences for both kids and adults.
Workshop Question - What elements of play could you adapt into your retail or product experiences to evoke elements of nostalgia?
Trend Themes
1. Experiential Retail - Retail spaces are turning towards playful and interactive environments to engage not only kids but adults as well.
2. Integration of Play in Retail - Retail spaces are incorporating play elements in their interior design to create a unique and immersive shopping experience for children and parents.
3. Pop-up Playgrounds - Companies are creating playful pop-ups where consumers can test out and engage with their products in unique and highly interactive ways.
Industry Implications
1. Retail Industry - The trend towards experiential and playful environments calls for the retail industry to rethink traditional store layouts and incorporate more interactive elements.
2. Toy Industry - The integration of play in retail spaces and the rise of kid-focused experiential retail highlights the importance of creating innovative and highly engaging toys for children.
3. Event Industry - The creation of pop-up playgrounds and interactive music events opens up opportunities for the event industry to create immersive and engaging experiences for consumers.
