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2023
The Challenge
Heritage retail faced a crisis of digital invisibility and navigational friction, severing the link between online intent and offline action.
The legacy platform functioned as a static noticeboard, failing to capture the vibrancy of the tenant mix or assist with the complex needs of the modern shopper. Users faced a "discovery deficit," struggling to locate stores or amenities due to a rigid, outdated directory structure. Furthermore, the centre was losing high-intent traffic to competitors because the digital architecture was not optimised for the hyper-local search terms used by mobile-first consumers.
The Solution
We deployed a "Click-to-Brick" architecture anchored by a bespoke directory engine and a minimalist, mobile-first design system.
We engineered a digital environment that prioritises utility and discovery. The core of the solution is a rebuilt store directory that acts as a "living" inventory, allowing users to filter by category, interest, and location with zero latency. This is supported by a dynamic "Inspo" content module that transforms the site from a list of shops into a lifestyle publication, capturing high-intent traffic through curated style guides. The aesthetic overhaul replaced clutter with clarity, using a reductive design language that frames the tenant brands as the heroes.
The Process
Our stewardship is defined by a continuous cycle of "Launch and Learn," adapting the platform to the seasonal velocity of the retail calendar.
Following the initial architectural overhaul, we implemented a rigorous technical SEO strategy focused on "local dominance." We restructured the site’s taxonomy to ensure that individual tenant offers and seasonal campaigns are algorithmically pushed to the forefront based on user behaviour. This move from static information to algorithmic curation ensures that the digital experience remains as dynamic and fast-paced as the physical retail environment it serves.
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