Trends

At Toolbox Marketing, we’re always looking ahead to stay on top of the latest design trends. This time, we’re handing the spotlight to Emily, our talented work experience student from West Suffolk College, who is currently studying graphic communication and design. Emily has been busy researching the key design trends shaping 2025, exploring how they […]

Last week, our Growth and Performance Manager, Ben Hammond, attended the Leisure Property Forum‘s Annual Review of 2024 and What to Expect in 2025. These are his top takeaways from the event. As we step into 2025, the retail and leisure sectors are navigating a landscape that is both challenging and ripe with opportunity. Shaped

As committee members, Revo recently asked us for our opinions on what the industry will look like in 2025. That question got us thinking about our sector’s exciting opportunities and challenges. From the evolution of retail experiences to the growing importance of sustainability and technology, 2025 promises transformative changes that will shape how we design,

From Landmark to Lifestyle Destination 24 years ago, a gleaming white dome was unveiled to mark the millennium. Originally known as the Millennium Dome, it symbolised a new era and stood as a striking landmark on London’s skyline, captivating the world with its futuristic design. Fast forward to 2024, and this iconic structure has undergone

The North of England is at the forefront of a leisure revolution, incubating innovative brands and experiences that are making waves both nationally and globally. This transformation was the focus of a recent seminar, Leisure in the North – Trends and Developments, organised by the Leisure Property Forum and hosted by TLT in the stunning

Reflecting on my 17-year journey since joining Toolbox Marketing, I’ve had a front-row seat to the dramatic transformation of shopping centres. What started as a simple place to shop has evolved into a space that connects people, drives community engagement and creates unforgettable experiences. The industry I entered almost two decades ago was vastly different.

Our Account Director, Tom Tawell, and Growth & Performance Manager, Ben Hammond, recently attended the Portland X Brabners Future of Retail and Placemaking Conference, which they found extremely insightful. The event was filled with valuable insights about the evolving nature of retail and placemaking.   They have summarised some of their key takeaways from the

Team Pink recently attended the Revo study tour of Westfield Stratford, where they were given a fascinating behind the scenes look at one of London’s most successful retail and residential developments. The tour highlighted the impressive scale, ongoing growth and innovative strategies that are shaping the future of the centre. From sustainable retail initiatives to

Southgate’s tenure as England Manager has come to an end. Following the heartbreak of another “what if?” tournament where England fell short of the ultimate prize once again, our Account Director, Tom Tawell, takes a look at the marketing lessons we can learn from his reign in one of football’s most prestigious yet highly pressurised