In the past ~15 years, fuels and foodservice have become a much larger part of GDP (+10%) according to CSP Daily News. And what combines them the best?
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C-stores.
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Why has this happened?
The rise in c-stores is fueled (pun intended ? ) by the demand for quick, accessible shopping with expanded offerings like fresh meals, digital convenience, and even EV charging stations. Their adaptability to urban lifestyles and consumer needs, including pandemic-driven shifts, has positioned them for continued growth. Is your c-store ready for the rise of electric vehicles? What about branding, marketing and retail opportunities with charging stations?
So what does this mean for you?
You need to make sure your c-stores are modern, open and easy to navigate. Gone are the days of sad, grey stations where customers just run in and out. We recommend using brand palette to brighten your spaces while also subconsciously reminding them how much they enjoy your store.
For #cstores, design is only valuable when it’s precisely executed at scale. Find a team who has a track record of considering warehousing, #kitpacking processes and assembly methods and instructions before the project even starts.
And finally, clean bathrooms, something we can also help with. 45% of consumers “would avoid [Gas Stations] if they encountered dirty restrooms” (Cleanlink) and “50% of people who encounter a dirty restroom would discuss it with friends and family.” (USA TODAY.)
#cstoredesign