Walgreens Duane Reade Multi-Level Retail Integration
Walgreens Duane Reade Multi-Level Retail Integration
Walgreens Duane Reade Multi-Level Retail Integration
Walgreens-Duane Reade
Walgreens-Duane Reade
Walgreens-Duane Reade
Various Locations
Various Locations
Various Locations
Pharmacy retail in dense, high-traffic environments requires careful planning to support daily use, visibility, and efficient circulation across multiple levels. Following the acquisition of Duane Reade, Walgreens undertakes the integration of two retail identities into a unified store model that responds to complex site conditions. The project focuses on maintaining the familiarity of Duane Reade locations while introducing the recognizable Walgreens brand within vertically organized retail spaces.
Pharmacy retail in dense, high-traffic environments requires careful planning to support daily use, visibility, and efficient circulation across multiple levels. Following the acquisition of Duane Reade, Walgreens undertakes the integration of two retail identities into a unified store model that responds to complex site conditions. The project focuses on maintaining the familiarity of Duane Reade locations while introducing the recognizable Walgreens brand within vertically organized retail spaces.
SBLM Architects brings prior experience working with Duane Reade into the transition, supporting Walgreens as the brand expands its presence in multi-level retail environments. The design approach addresses vertical circulation, clear wayfinding, and operational efficiency within constrained building footprints. Planning decisions prioritize intuitive customer movement, efficient back-of-house organization, and alignment with established brand standards. SBLM coordinates architectural planning to integrate the combined retail identity into existing building conditions while supporting consistent service and daily operations.
SBLM Architects brings prior experience working with Duane Reade into the transition, supporting Walgreens as the brand expands its presence in multi-level retail environments. The design approach addresses vertical circulation, clear wayfinding, and operational efficiency within constrained building footprints. Planning decisions prioritize intuitive customer movement, efficient back-of-house organization, and alignment with established brand standards. SBLM coordinates architectural planning to integrate the combined retail identity into existing building conditions while supporting consistent service and daily operations.
"Bringing together established retail brands within complex, multi-level environments."
"Bringing together established retail brands within complex, multi-level environments."
"Bringing together established retail brands within complex, multi-level environments."
The flagship Walgreens location at the Empire State Building reflects this integrated retail model. The environment supports high customer volume and frequent use while allowing flexibility for evolving services and technology. Through thoughtful planning and brand coordination, the space functions as a dependable destination that accommodates change while maintaining clarity, efficiency, and brand recognition.
The flagship Walgreens location at the Empire State Building reflects this integrated retail model. The environment supports high customer volume and frequent use while allowing flexibility for evolving services and technology. Through thoughtful planning and brand coordination, the space functions as a dependable destination that accommodates change while maintaining clarity, efficiency, and brand recognition.
