Retail outlets, stores, shops, kiosks and showrooms are only a few of the ways to refer to retail spaces and that in itself shows the diversity within this type of space in the built environment. Retail offers, by far, the widest range of opportunities and challenges to the lighting designer. It is perhaps the area where most creative opportunities arise and close working with interior designers and building owners from the outset is essential.
It should also be remembered that retail outlets are places of work and the lighting needs to help in providing a safe and comfortable environment for staff in line with appropriate regulations.
Section 10 of the Guide provides some practical example of how to approach different design challenges in a range of retail outlets. We hope readers find this useful