MAPIC AWARDS 2026 WINNERS

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BEST NEW STORE CONCEPT

COACH Play Shinsaibashi, Osaka

Coach Play Shinsaibashi Osaka is located in an area known for malls and department stores such as Daimaru and Parco, as well as high Gen Z penetration. Coach Play is an immersive, experiential concept store blending New York style with local culture. An oversized Rexy (Coach’s dinosaur mascot) greets visitors. Inside, warm natural woods and bamboo with traditional Japanese architectural lines contrast with vibrant, Osaka-inspired neon art. Shoppers explore popular handbag lines like Tabby, Brooklyn and Empire while enjoying interactive customization options through the Coach Create station – an incredibly attractive community-creating Gen Z element which increases dwell time x8+.

BEST REFURBISHMENT PROJECT

NEXTOPIA 

NEXTOPIA transformed 15,000 sq.m. of retail space at Siam Paragon into a Sustainable Prototype City, reimagining the fifth floor as a future-ready destination where retail, dining, lifestyle, and innovation converge. Through refurbishment and adaptive reuse, the project demonstrates how existing retail assets can be reinvented to deliver long-term economic, social, and environmental value. Sustainability is embedded throughout the customer journey, from green building features and responsible materials to curated tenants, community engagement, and educational experiences. The transformation has attracted over 4.2 million visitors and gained international recognition through participation in the UN Global Compact Leaders Summit.

BEST NEW DEVELOPMENT PROJECT

Valvert Croix-Blanche Retail Park

Valvert Croix-Blanche Retail Park is a lifestyle destination: 65,000 m² featuring a lake, an art trail, landscaped walking paths, and a mixed-use site with sporting goods and home equipment stores, a "Fashion Street" dedicated to fashion retailers, and an "Outlet Avenue" offering accessible and premium brands at reduced prices. The site was designed around togetherness and shared experiences, with 18 restaurants representing cuisines from around the world, sports facilities, a gym, padel courts, five-a-side football, a climbing wall, play areas, the Dinosaur Forest, and an immersive exhibition.

BEST URBAN REGENERATION PROJECT

Rembrandthof Extension, Stadshart Amstelveen, Amsterdam

Stadshart Amstelveen Phase 1 demonstrates how retail can act as a catalyst for urban regeneration. Through the transformation and extension of the Rembrandthof shopping district, the project has revitalised a key part of Amstelveen's city centre, creating a more vibrant, accessible and future-ready destination for residents and visitors alike. The development introduced flagship retail, upgraded workplaces, enhanced public realm and strengthened pedestrian connectivity, while embedding ambitious sustainability measures. Beyond delivering commercial success and attracting 15 new flagship brands, the project has stimulated wider public and private investment, helping establish a long-term vision for the continued regeneration of Amstelveen's urban core.

CURATED AND SELECTED BY THE JURY

MOST EXCITING – RETAIL

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Danish discount variety retailer selling branded personal care, beauty, household, cleaning, food and snack products at consistently low prices. Known for its "treasure hunt" shopping experience and constantly changing assortment.

MOST EXCITING – FOOD & BEVERAGE

Honest Greens

Fast-casual healthy food concept built around its “Real Food” philosophy. Offers seasonal bowls, salads, grilled dishes and plant-forward meals prepared fresh daily with no additives or preservatives.

MOST EXCITING – LEISURE & ENTERTAINMENT

ACTIVATE

Technology-driven active gaming concept that combines physical challenges, immersive environments and video game mechanics. Players compete in interactive rooms featuring motion sensors, RFID technology, lights and digital scoring systems.