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Known as the “Jewel City,” Glendale is a vibrant, culturally rich community—now home to a reimagined 1970s Virgil’s Hardware building, transformed by RDC into a grocery destination anchored by .

The design introduces flexible layouts and contemporary systems, paired with warm wood banding, deep blue tile moments, and a grounded material palette that create a cohesive, experience-driven environment.

📸Photography by: Erewhon

was honored with a silver award in the Supermarket/Grocery Store category at the 2026 Shop! Design awards.

RDC served as Architect for the new store, which was designed in collaboration with .interiors. Bella’s Market brings fresh grocery retail to Utah City, UT, becoming the city’s first new grocery store in over 100 years.

was honored with a silver award at the Shop! Association Design Awards for creating a unique pop-up experience.

RDC collaborated with Element L2 and to realize the unique vision of Skyline Pitch for provision of soccer fields on the 8th floor of the parking structure at , delivering a vibrant communal experience while reimagining and revitalizing the existing parking structure.

Thank you Shop! Association for this honor.

RDC is proud to collaborate with on their newest location in Plano—redefining the modern fitness experience through design. Built around a multi-studio concept, the space integrates training, recovery, and lifestyle amenities into one seamless journey.

“The design of the club is rooted in a mixed-use environment that supports Kinective Fitness’s brand storytelling and a curated fitness journey, seamlessly integrating complementary offerings such as food and beverage, retail, social spaces, and art,” said RDC Partner Mitra Esfandiari, AIA,

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NYC Flagship has been recognized with the Shop! Global Award in Department Store Design—honoring the most elite in-store experiences worldwide!

"The winners of the Shop! Global Awards represent the best of the best worldwide, setting the standard for excellence and innovation to elevate the shopper experience In-store." said Leo van de Polder, SMP, MaRC, Global Development Director, Shop! Association.

Thank you Shop! Association for this honor.

RDC collaborated with in West Hollywood to transform a 23,000 SF multi-level building into a modern, experience-driven retail environment, balancing Erewhon’s signature program with thoughtful spatial solutions. From carving out an inset outdoor seating area to reconfiguring additional leasable space, every move was designed with flexibility, function, and flow in mind.

Rooted in warm minimalism and supported by sustainable systems, the store reflects Erewhon’s continued evolution—bringing elevated everyday essentials to the West Hollywood community.

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RDC, in collaboration with , brings a new chapter to in Garden Grove, blending elevated design with everyday function. From enhanced exterior access to warm wood tones that flow seamlessly inside, every detail was designed with intention.

Inside, layered materials, custom millwork, and a reimagined vault create a modern banking experience rooted in community.

Shoppers are evolving faster than retail environments, and RDC Principal Terry Todd, AIA, shares insights into how retailers can rethink existing spaces to better serve today’s customer.

From simplifying the in-store journey, to designing with emotion and anchoring every decision to core shopper needs, the future of retail is rooted in flexibility, clarity, and experience.

Read how retailers can create new-store experiences within existing footprints at ARC by Michael Wilkening