Full renovations of interiors, with extensive millwork, created a consistent corporate image for Personally Yours, Things Engraved and House of Knives stores . The design team developed a system for Value, Design and Ease of Construction by integrating the roles of designers, fabricators, suppliers, contractors and installers. This allowed us to maintain a  quality of construction across the country while effectively using the help of local contractors to keep costs down. Designed and project managed full renovations of interiors and millwork for over 75 stores in shopping malls across Canada.

JMA also assisted Things Engraved with standardized 18.5 m² (200 sq. ft.) shopping mall kiosks, which were designed for the display and sale of engravable gifts. The new designs offered greater amounts of quality display space by stepping the shelves, and the inclusion of effective and  discreet illumination. The design team developed a system for Value, Design & Ease of Construction, integrating the roles of designers, fabricators, suppliers, contractors and installers. This made it possible to hire local help, and keep costs down.

Design, documentation, procurement, manufacturing, project management, feedback.

Knowing that our client really knew his business, we were able to quickly establish a level of trust between each other that allowed us all to leverage each other's expertise to a great advantage. The long relationship with our client started much earlier when he wanted to improve the work flow in his office building. John helped him take a step back by simply asking “What are you trying to achieve?”, hence introducing our client to the first principles of design. Listening to the client, we brought a fresh eye and creativity to the design of this shopping mall kiosk. The design doubled the display space, as commonly seen in the early 90's. The kiosk was designed for “roll out” across Canada, and it was essential to have well organized teams assembled to construct the pieces, ship, build and install on all corners of Canada. The process was standardized for smooth and quick completion, one kiosk at a time.

Built stores and kiosks of quality and distinction by designing an elegant, warm and modern image for this major Canadian retailer.