As summer comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to reflect on a season filled with exciting projects, new partnerships, thoughtful details, and plenty of reasons to celebrate. From commercial spaces and workplace design to retail merchandising and our own TRD traditions, it’s been a busy and inspiring few months at The Retail Duo Inc. CREATING SPACES THAT BRING PEOPLE TOGETHER & KEEP THEM INSPIRED This summer, we continued our work with Taylor Co Ltd. on the amenity space at 70 University...

Retail doesn’t need another trend report. It needs better thinking. As we look forward in 2026, the retailers who will thrive are not the ones chasing every new idea, platform, or headline. They are the ones who know what to ignore. Less Noise. Better Retail. is about cutting through the clutter and focusing on the decisions that actually move the business forward and acting with confidence. Clarity Beats Complexity For years, “more” was the strategy; more products, more promotions, more...

Insights from the Studio & the Classroom Business Partners & Owner's of The Retail Duo Inc, Diane & Karen, who are also full time faculty...