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The article focuses on the innovation in the architectural design for shopping outlet centres which can attract consumers in tourist destination. It discusses several tepee-like innovative structures, sunny hued facades, and red tiled rooftops of the Ashford Designer Outlet in Kent, England; Castel Guelfo outlet in Italy; and Designer Outlet Neumunster in Germany.

Although the global history of the modern factory outlet center extends back about four decades, its history in mainland China dates back only eight years. Since 2002, at least 28 outlet centers have been opened and another 18 are under construction or in the planning stage. The existing centers have varied widely in performance, because of different developer goals, operational strategies and location issues. This article provides a perspective on the current situation as well as a look at the challenges and opportunities ahead. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article reports about the growing number of factory outlet stores in urban shopping malls in the United States as of July 1979. Particular focus is given to competition between outlets and chain retailers and to manufacturers' attitudes towards this type of selling. Presented are investments in outlet malls by Maryland-based real estate developer Charles E. Shutter and by Tennessee company Wilson & Savage.

The article discusses planning laws and tackles the establishment of outlet centers in Germany. It notes the legislation on retail trade and urban planning and mentions the contribution of the opening of outlet centers and shopping malls to the country's economy. The growth of Designer Outlet Berlin center is also tackled.

The article reports on the expansion of retail outlet centers across the world. Topics discussed include opening of outlet centers by Bergamo, Italy-based real estate company Percassi Group, diversification in Saint Martin, West Indies retail from high-end jewelry and electronics shops to global fashion stores by the emergence of larger cruise ships, and plans of developer Kings Cross Central LP to construct a retail destination behind the Network Rail station in London, England.

The article reports on planned retail outlet centers as of May 2013. It states that site work for McArthurGlen's first outlet center in North America is underway in Vancouver, British Columbia, with phase 1 scheduled to open in late 2014, and that the 850,000-square-foot Palm Beach Outlets in West Palm Beach, Florida is set to open in February 2014. The multi-level Fashion Outlets of Chicago in Rosemont, Illinois has an impressive tenant list and is opening on August 1, 2013.

The article discusses the importance of center stores in supermarkets and gives examples of distinctive designs and strategies that enhance shopping experience. An example is grocery store chain Schnucks' outlet in Des Peres, Missouri which was renovated by using the latest designs in cabinetry and by carrying distinctive design elements around the store to make shoppers feel more comfortable. Another is the creation of a three-dimensional dairy department by Dairy Management Inc. which forces consumers to linger instead of rushing through the section.

The article offers information on the outlet shopping industry in the Middle East focusing on the plan of several developers to construct retail stores and shopping malls in the region due to growing demand. Topics discussed include the construction of the Dubai Outlet Mall in 2007, insights from Davide Padoa of Design International on the continuation of construction of Centerfalls Designer Outlet Resort in Lebanon, and the success of the Dubai Outlet Mall developed by Al Ahli Holding Group.

The article focuses on the importance of outlets design to accommodate features like shopping, food and trade in order to attract different people of different preference.

The article reviews the architectural design of the retail outlet of Flortex Co. in Hyderabad, India which was designed by architect Aamir Sharma of firm Aamir and Hameeda Interior Designers and Contractors (AANDH).

The article discusses aspects of factory outlet developments in China. Topics include the growth of factory outlet centers (FOCs) in the country, four classes of country's outlet centers including world-class, high-quality, and medium-quality, and the leading FOC developers in the country are state-owned enterprises.

The article reports on the opening of two outlet centers in São Paulo, Brazil such as Catarina Fashion Outlet and OFF Outlet Fashion Fortaleza. Topics discussed include the involvement of Lumine Soluções em Shopping Centers in the construction project, the location of the outlet centers, and the percentage lease for Catarina Fashion Outlet. It also lists the tenants of the outlet centers including Calvin Klein Inc., Crocs Inc., and Michael Kors.

The article focuses on the opening of a luxury designer outlet mall under the partnership of The Real Estate company and real estate company Gaw Capital in China.

The article reports on the launch of a new outlet center Busan Premium Outlets in Pusan, South Korea which developed by Shinsegae Simon with Shinsegae Group and Simon Property Group. It states that the architectural design of the outlet was heightened by the Tuscany region of Italy. It also features the shopping amenities of the designer outlet such as food court and safari-themed play area.

The article reports on the launch of the Vnukovo Outlet Village in Moscow, Russia which developed by two Russian restaurateurs such as Dmitry Kulkov and Vladimir Rasumov with Vyacheslav Shikulov. It features several activities at the shopping centers which include art exhibitions, flower shows and street artists performances. It also details the tenants of the outlet center including Adidas, Baldinini and Tommy Hilfiger.

The article reports on the renovation and redevelopment plans for The Pruneyard Shopping Center in Campbell, California, by Ellis Partners. Topics include the phased development of small retail buildings in the center, the restaurants that have been set-up including Burger Lounge and Teaspoon, and development of a grass-covered central plaza for use by tenants.

The article reports on the launch of the Designer Outlet Soltau outlet store in Germany on August 30, 2012. It notes that top model Franziska Knuppe and "America's Next Top Model" makeup artist Boris Entrup have attended the event. It also discusses the cooperation of regional construction companies with the Federal Employment Agency in the country.

This article offers news briefs on the textile industry in Russia as of August 2012. The Russian government is investing in innovative textile fabric design and production projects such as the implantation of metal nanoparticles into fabrics, the design of fibrous materials from short flax fibre, and the design of dual-purpose semi-woollen fabrics. The development of 15 retail outlet centers in Russian cities including Moscow, St. Petersburg, and Kazan is announced.

The article focuses on the potential of Ukraine in outlet retailing. It says that three planned outlet centers are being developed in promising destinations such as Kiev and its suburbs, Dnepropetrovsk-Zaporozhye, and Donetsk-Makeevka highways. It mentions several challenges to overcome by outlet centers including the shortage of public transportation, the long payback periods of the projects, and attracting foreign apparel brands.

The article reports on the plans for the infrastructure upgrades to boost the retail offerings in the border region between San Ysidro and San Diego County, California. It highlights the goal of the project which is to enhance the value-oriented outlet centers to attract American and Mexican consumers. It emphasizes the acquisition of the 125-store Las Americas Premium Outlets by the development firm Shamrock Group which will be the site for retail construction.

The article reports on the opening of a tiny 25,000-sf outlet center in Cumbria, England, by Guinea Group. It states that the new center has now 118,000 sf and part of a residential, leisure, office and retail complex, opened as Kendal Riverside. It also notes that the one other phase 1 project in the country was a conversion of an existing full-price center, by Designer Outlet Salzburg.

The article reports on the plan of the ten European developers to open 23 new phase 1 outlet projects between 2011 and 2013. It reveals that the average size of the 23 planned projects with opening dates is 236,932 sf, compared to 207,908 sf, the average size of the existing 131 outlets centers in Great Britain. It also notes that the planned phase centers are to be new construction rather than reconstructions.

The article reports on the start of the second phase of expansion of fashion outlet center (FOC) Fashion House Group in Moscow, Russia in October 2015. The topics discussed include the scheduled opening of the store on November 4, 2015, the tenants found in the store like Reebok, Dirk Bikkembergs and Moreschi, and the other outlets managed by the company in other areas.

The article reports on the approval obtained by Rioja Developments and its joint venture partner U+1 for its Mill Green Designer Village in Staffordshire, England.

A chart is presented that shows the proposed outlet projects from 2016 to 2019 including Prague Outlet in Czech Outlet, Tallinn Outlet in Estonia and Centerfalls Designer Outlet Resort in Beirut, Lebanon.

The article discusses the need to satisfy shoppers in innovative ways based on consumer expectations in outlet stores and the importance of shopping experience. Topics discussed include the need to use omnichannel practice to making it possible to order product from any store and have it delivered at home; the need to hire personnel with the right attitude as well as skill set; and the need to make product-related experiences into their store design.

The article discusses the launch of India's leading luxury brand Hidesign to its first store outlet at Wave Maqll in Jammu, India.

The article discusses an increase in the interest of Canadians for luxury goods and services. Topics include the growth of luxury home and automobile sales in Canada, the impact of fascination with celebrities, growing wealth in emerging economies, and rising consumer expectations on the growing interest in luxury goods and services, and the development of a luxury retail outlet mall in Vancouver, Canada.

The article reports on the two additional outlet stores in Finland including the real estate agency Zsar Outlet Village and the shopping center Vaalimaa Luxury Outlet.

The article focuses on the partnership between shopping center specialist Sonae Sierra and outlet developer McArthurGlen UK Ltd. to build an outlet center in Costa del Sol, Spain. It states that the construction will begin in the latter half of 2015, scheduled to open in 2017, and will be adjacent to the Plaza Mayor Leisure Park and Shopping Centre.

The article reports on the plan of furniture provider Next Retail Ltd. in establishing additional Home and Garden store outlets in Norfolk, England along with the creation of 150 jobs.

The article offers news briefs related to business as of October 1, 2013. Quintain Development's London designer Outlet will be open on October 24, 2013 with mixed outlets such as restaurants and cafes. Bord Pleanala, an independent national body has a planned to expand its Value Retail by 60 percent in Kildare, Ireland. Slovakia-based outlet center will be open on October 30, 2013 which developed by Realiz with Rohlender Lumby and SJ International.

The article offers news briefs within the retail industry in 2016. Gordon Group has planned to construct an outlet center in West Haven, Connecticut. McArthurGlen UK Ltd. has launched an international advertising campaign. The development of the former Candlestick Park into Candlestick Point has been approved by the planning department in San Francisco, California.

The article reports developments in the outlet industry in the U.S. as of December 2015. Property Resources Group has chosen real estate developer EB Development to advance its Fargo Outlets at Timber Creek project in North Dakota. Developer Sambil presented its proposed Sambil Outlet Puerto Rico project in Guaynabo City, Puerto Rico. Pyramid Management Group presented its proposed Kingston (Massachusetts) Collection hybrid center project.

A correction to the article "Two Rivers Run Through It" in the June 2018 issue is presented which discusses the design of the Two Rivers Meats outlet by architectural firm Campos Studio.

The article reports that McArthurGlen Group will build a new designer outlet in Cannock, England, and mentions views of its joint managing director of development Gary Bond on the same.

A review is offered for the Style Outlets shopping center by Neinver located in France, Amsterdam and Leipzig/Halle, Germany.

The article reports on the expansion of a shopping center Saint Petersburg, Russia Outlet Village Pulkovo with aspects including tenant agreements, leasing of the space, and its construction phase.

The article reports on the partnership between McArthurGlen and Sonae Sierra to develop a designer outlet store in south Spain Outlet Malaga.

The article reports on the opening of developer Neinver SA's Alpes the Style Outlets stores near the border between Geneva, Switzerland and Lyon, France.

The article reports on the joint venture between real estate investment firm Resolution Property PLC and holiday center operator Lalandia A/S towards the construction of an outlet in Billund, Denmark.

In this article the author discusses the possible impact of the construction of a Costco outlet in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on the economy of the capital of the state of Louisiana.

The article reports that McArthurglen (MCG) UK Ltd., largest developer of designer outlet centers has received the approval for McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Provence, its new project. It states that the approval has allowed the construction of the center in an area of 26,000 square meters. It further mentions that the construction site is located in Miramas, New Caledonia. It also informs about the tenants of all the designer outlets of MCG.

The article reports that retail developer Neinver and property development company MAB Development is planning to construct an outlet center in its factory site near Amsterdam.

The article reports on the opening of Hair Co-op's new outlet at Parafield in Adelaide, South Australia, which marks the strengthened presence of the company in the place.

The article reports on the plans of real estate developer Meraas Estates LLC in constructing the Outlet Village outlet center in Dubai, United Arab Emirates in October 2013.

The article reports on the construction of outlet store Scalo Milano Outlets & More in Milan, Italy and mentions that it will offer Fashion Factory, Food Village and Lifestyle Emporium.

The article reports on the construction of outlet centers Helsinki Outlet Center and Nordlett Oulu in Finland in 2012 and mentions that Tuija Postari-Kivistö is the developer of the Nordlett Oulu project.

The article offers news briefs related to car wash facilities as of 2014 and 2015. Topics discussed include opening of a new facility by Flagstop Car Wash in North Chesterfield, Virginia; free washes offered by American Car Wash at its new facility in Milwaukee in October 2014 and plans of convenience retailer Peregrine Corp. to construct a Krispy Kreme doughnut outlet store in Adelaide, Australia by July 2015.