December 2008
Urban parks
Here is a slideshow we prepared about Jamison Park in Portland, Oregon. This downtown park has a fantastic water feature that attracts families in summer.
Retail Ecology
We have been looking at the dynamics of local shopping strips using a 'Retail Ecology' framework. This framework recognises the multiple connections and influences that create an ever-evolving pattern of responsive change.
A retail shopping strip is best regarded as an ecosystem because success depends on a combination of several mutually-supporting elements. If any one of them is missing, the whole thing limps along. But if all the elements are in place, the strip thrives.
Four aspects of retail ecology are:
Physical setting
Quality of street environment including paving, lighting, seating, trees & banners, protection from traffic. Business premises that are well-maintained and interesting to look into.
Perception/image
The shopping area is seen as safe, inviting, relevant, and easy to use.
Economic mix
There is a good range of businesses, which are located in complementary clusters that attract shoppers and encourage them to move between businesses.
Business & government
Local businesses, owners and government work together to coordinate activities and ensure that regulation is supportive and relevant.
Environmetrics can assist with strategies and plans to revitalise local shopping strips.
'Tab and Table' service
Our Tab and Table service is very popular.
Clients send us piles of
questionnaires and we do the rest!
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Competitive prices and fast turnaround.
Contact Gillian Savage (02) 9954 0455 to discuss your needs and get a quick quote.
