When givin the opportunity to choose a retail business that we will be designing everything from logo and graphics to store layout, the first item that popped into my head was something involving ecobaby. So many of my friends have been having babys lately and when looking for gifts I have noticed that there are not really any stores that offer well designed as well as "green" baby items. I see alot of these items on the web, but it is nice to actually be able to pick up an item and touch it before purchasing it and finding out what that experience will be like when it arrives in a box at your door.
I found alot of great products to offer from many great companies. Everything from baby clothing, toys, feeding, bedding, hygiene products to mommy gear like diaper bags and slings/wraps and even furniture.
This store would draw people from all over because there is nothing else like it around and the items have been made popular all over the internet already. Plus everyone wants a healthy, happy baby and always want the best for them.
I am torn between a smaller vs. larger store. I really want to offer furniture because that is a huge factor where eco and sustainability is important and especially "well designed" is often left out of the picture. But there are alot of benefits to a smaller store..we wil see.
images courtesy of:
giggle.com, moderntots.com, baboobaby.com, etsy.com, katequinnorganics.com, mylittleroo.com
3 comments:
I would consider going the smaller store route and incorporating the baby furniture as part of your display system. As your product is geared around sustainability it is imperative that this be reflected in all aspects of your design. Materials is going to play a key role and is something I would begin focusing on sooner vs. later. Now might be a good time to visit the resource library and begin ordering samples. Feel free to move forward with your design.
Inhabitat Announces Eco Baby Tees--Perfect for You, Emily!
http://www.inhabitat.com/2008/10/26/announcing-inhabitat-eco-baby-tees/
that picture of that little girl is precious! love eco-baby!
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