Woking’s Victoria Place has welcomed independent lifestyle boutique, Lark London, with the multi award-winning brand opening the doors to its 1,558 sq ft space on 7 Commercial Way, marking its debut outside London.

Research conducted by CACI, the consumer and location intelligence specialist, has revealed that despite the rise in cost-of-living, premium brands are experiencing a growth in sales. This suggests a greater focus on quality over quantity amongst consumers, as with in-store shopping outperforming online showcasing the value of retail experience.

Crosstree Real Estate Partners, the London-based private real estate investment firm, has announced the achievement of a series of significant milestones at One Berkeley Street in London’s Mayfair, its landmark development comprising 60,000 sq ft of prime fully refurbished Grade A offices, 20,000 sq ft of flagship retail and F&B space on Piccadilly, and the 181-room ‘1 Hotel Mayfair’.

CBRE Investment Management has announced that innovators in the coffee industry, Black Sheep Coffee, will bring their 100% specialty grade Robusta beans to Colchester this summer, as part of their regional expansion plans.

Shaftesbury’s Seven Dials neighbourhood was transformed for the long-awaited Platinum Jubilee weekend. Located in the heart of London’s West End, all seven streets were decorated, and tenants came together to provide a specially curated series of activities and entertainment to celebrate 70 years since Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation.

Grosvenor has announced that award-winning British luxury jewellery retailer, David M Robinson (DMR), has significantly upsized and extensively refurbished its Liverpool ONE flagship. DMR’s commitment to expand and launch its latest concept showroom is a milestone moment for both the Liverpool brand and the destination, where it has operated since Liverpool ONE’s launch in 2008. The latest developments on South John Street follows DMR’s consistently strong performance at the destination and is a significant vote of confidence in Liverpool ONE.

Shaftesbury has today announced the opening of four new culinary operators in the Seven Dials community. Danish bakery Ole & Steen, French restaurant The Patate, new dining concept St Martin’s House and boutique gelateria, ANITA join the destination’s already extensive array of restaurants, bars and cafes, reinforcing its position as a go-to dining destination in the heart of London’s West End.

Shaftesbury have today announced that The Theatre Cafe will open a brand-new concept, The Theatre Cafe Diner, located at the entrance to Seven Dials. Set to launch in summer 2022, the new diner-inspired venue will span 2,455 sq ft, over two floors at 154-156 Shaftesbury Avenue, in the iconic theatre district.

Grosvenor has today announced that Slim Chickens, the rapidly growing American dining brand operated in the UK by Boparan Restaurant Group (BRG), has chosen Liverpool ONE for its city debut. Set to open later this year, the 5,000 sq ft flagship restaurant adds further diversity to the destination’s casual dining offer and positions Liverpool ONE at the forefront of emerging culinary trends.

Lendlease has announced the signing of two new F&B operators – RAREBIT and Cheeky Chicos – at Elephant Park, the £2.5bn regeneration project spearheaded by Lendlease and Southwark Council.

On Friday, 29 April, Icon Outlet at The O2, London’s premium outlet shopping destination, is to re-open the last remaining stores, just 10 weeks after the extensive damage to the roof of The O2 which caused by Storm Eunice in February. Joining the line-up at the same time is Skopes, the independent menswear tailoring brand.

Russell & Bromley, the premium British footwear and handbag brand, has opened in Grosvenor’s Liverpool ONE, marking its city debut and first store launch in 2022. Located on South John Street, the new 3,000 square feet site presents the new contemporary store format, reflective of the brand’s luxury positioning.

Grosvenor has announced the implementation of numerous placemaking initiatives at Liverpool ONE, showcasing its commitment to creating a varied, environmentally conscious, and enhanced customer experience at the destination. The continued success of its placemaking strategy is evidenced in the uplift of spend by 6% YOY compared to March 2019.

The popular healthy fast-food restaurant, itsu, has opened in Victoria Place Woking, the recently launched destination co-owned by Woking Borough Council and Moyallen Group. The brand is delivering its signature sushi, rice and noodle bowls, gyoza, ‘bao’buns’, soups, Asian salads and snacks from its new 3,300 sq ft location at 1 Mercia Walk.

Grosvenor has today announced that international fashion brand, Stradivarius, has chosen Liverpool ONE for its city debut. Set to open in October 2022, the 8,000 sq ft flagship store will become the fourth Inditex-owned brand based in Liverpool ONE, marking a strong vote of confidence in the retail and leisure destination.

Over 8,500 sq ft of new signings and openings by Shaftesbury are set to add to the unique West End dining offer and night-time economy.

Icon Outlet at The O2 has announced the opening of international designer brand, Tommy Hilfiger Kids. The new retailer opened its latest store this week and is the first to join the premium outlet offering at Icon Outlet since it reopened for trading on 15 June.

RPMI Railpen has announced the UK’s largest sports retailer, Sports Direct, luxury mecca FLANNELS, and USC have selected Cascades Shopping Centre in Portsmouth for 50,000 sq ft of trading space due to open in spring 2020.