Classifications of retail stores and shopping centres: some methodological issues |
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Authors: | Clifford M Guy |
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Institution: | (1) Department of City and Regional Planning, Cardiff University of Wales, P.O. Box 906, Cardiff, CF1 3YN Wales, UK |
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Abstract: | This paper reviews current methods used in classifying retail outlets and areas devoted to retailing, in the geographical
and town planning literature. For retail outlets, classifications based upon types of goods sold, and types of shopping trip,
are discussed. This is followed by an analysis of modern large store development which reflects property developers' and retailers'
concerns. Areas devoted to retail uses are subdivided into unplanned ‘retail areas’ and planned ‘shopping centres’. Traditional
classifications based upon central place theory are reviewed for both of these types, and found wanting in the light of recent
changes in retail development practice and consumer behaviour. Classifications based upon physical development characteristics
and type of shopping trip are recommended. Finally, classifications of urban retail location are examined.
This revised version was published online in July 2006 with corrections to the Cover Date. |
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Keywords: | classifications consumer behaviour retail outlets shopping centres |
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