Browsing homeware stores can be a gruelling experience. But imagine if you were in a friend’s house and you could purchase the rug right from under your feet, or the coaster from under your mug. That’s the thought process between a new retail experience from The Line.

Apple has launched its 'biggest product yet' – a huge store in San Francisco that’ll act as a physical representation of the company’s philosophy of forward-thinking utility. But while the brand is billing it as a charitable donation to the city, it's an act that's likely to boost profit as well.

Has e-commerce killed the high street? Online sales are rising, but 70% of UK students still prefer brick-and-mortar stores. The issue is confused. In an attempt to crack it, we sat down with retail expert John Ryan to ask how and why stores can retain their custom.

Home improvement stores are rarely a joy to walk around. Sprawling shop floors packed with rack upon rack of disconnected fixtures make for a pretty miserable Sunday shopping trip. But in a PIRCH showroom, customers can take a shower or cook up a storm, all while they're still in store.