Reduce Your Store Renovation Cost by 25–30%
Factory-Direct Sourcing + Professional Design — One Contract, One Team

You're opening or renovating a supermarket. We design the floor plan, source shelving · lighting · refrigeration · POS · ESL from vetted Chinese factories, and deliver it all — so you focus on your customers, not on logistics.

🎯 Save 25–30% 🏭 Factory-Direct 📦 End-to-End Delivery
25–30%Average Cost Savings
100+Vetted Factory Partners
3Standard Packages
1Point of Contact
Our Model

Design + Advisory — Not a Middleman

We are your end-to-end retail integration partner. We design your store, source equipment from our vetted factory network, oversee production, manage quality control, and deliver everything to your site — all under one contract, one team, one point of accountability. We don't mark up equipment prices. You see factory invoices directly. Our fee is transparent and separate.

We partnered with the Taichung store team on their supermarket renovation. Compared to local Taiwanese suppliers, we saved them nearly 50% on equipment costs, upgraded them to more advanced store systems, and helped reduce labor costs by nearly 40% while improving customer satisfaction.

— Taichung Store Team Taichung, Taiwan · Project in progress Verified
Factory visit in Shanghai 📍 Shanghai, China · August 2026

We've personally visited every factory we recommend

This is me at SUNMI's headquarters in Shanghai, arranging a factory tour for our clients from Taiwan. We don't recommend suppliers from catalogs. We visit each one in person, inspect their quality control processes, and build direct relationships — so you don't have to.

✅ 100+ factories visited ✅ 7 equipment categories ✅ 100% on-site verified

⚖️ ChinaRetailDesign vs. Traditional Design/Trading Companies

How we're different — at a glance

Criteria ❌ Traditional Design/Trading Co. ✅ ChinaRetailDesign
Pricing Marked up 30–50% Factory-direct pricing
Supplier Recommendation Based on commissions Based on quality & fit
Supplier Relationship Middleman owns it You own it directly
Factory Verification Rarely visited in person Every factory visited in person
Transparency Hidden markups Design fee + advisory fee only
Accountability Passes blame to factory One contract, one accountable team — you don't chase factories, we do
Start With a Free Consultation

Initial consultation is always complimentary. No obligation.

Our Deliverables

From Blueprint to Grand Opening

We provide complete design and sourcing services for overseas retailers. You get professional plans, realistic visuals, and factory-direct equipment — all from one trusted partner.

Store Layout Planning01. Plan

Layout & Floor Plans

Space planning · Traffic flow

  • Customer flow optimization & zoning
  • Accurate 2D floor plan drafting
  • Refrigeration & shelving placement
  • Equipment dimension confirmation
3D Visuals02. Visual

3D Visuals & Rendering

Visualizing your future store

  • Realistic 3D store visualization
  • Lighting & color scheme simulation
  • Material & finish preview
  • Client feedback & adjustments
Construction Drawings03. Build

Construction Drawings

Precise details for contractors

  • Detailed electrical & plumbing plans
  • Custom fixture manufacturing specs
  • Factory production QC inspection
  • Confirm on-time container loading
Equipment & Consumables04. Supply

Equipment & Consumables

Factory direct sourcing

  • Complete store fixture supply
  • Smart POS, ESL & lighting systems
  • Cold chain & bakery equipment
  • First-year consumables package
Portfolio

设计作品参考

从平面规划到空间呈现 — 我们为各类零售业态提供专业的设计解决方案

作品01
5000㎡ 恒润发超市 · 无锡
设计 采购整合 精品超市
作品02
生鲜区设计 · 广州
设计 采购整合 生鲜专区
作品03
大卖场布局 · 成都
设计 全程交付 大型超市
作品04
社区店改造 · 杭州
设计 顾问服务 社区店
作品05
冷链专区 · 上海
设计 采购整合 冷链专区
作品06
便利店连锁 · 北京
设计 全程交付 便利店
作品07
有机超市 · 厦门
设计 采购整合 精品超市
作品08
烘焙熟食区 · 武汉
设计 采购整合 生鲜专区
作品09
大卖场照明设计 · 南京
设计 顾问服务 大型超市
作品10
ESL智慧门店 · 苏州
设计 采购整合 便利店
作品11
鲜活海鲜区 · 青岛
设计 采购整合 生鲜专区
作品12
收银及POS区 · 重庆
设计 采购整合 大型超市
📩 获取完整作品集
How We Work

Five Steps from Idea to Opening Day

A transparent, milestone-based process. You talk to one team; we coordinate every factory.

1

Consultation

Store size, format, budget and local market review

2

Contract

Clear pricing, milestones and responsibility scope

3

Design

Layout, flow planning, 3D visuals & equipment list

4

Sourcing Support

Connect you with factories, coordinate quotes, specs & quantities

5

Production Oversight

Coordinate production, supervise quality, ensure logistics

Supply Chain

A Vetted Chinese Factory Network

Every partner factory has been visited and evaluated in person. You get factory-direct quality — from commercial refrigeration and retail lighting to electronic shelf labels and shelving systems — all curated by your retail design consultant.

SUNMI POS systems

POS & Checkout Systems

SUNMI

Smart terminals, self-checkout and store management software from a global BIoT leader serving 200+ countries.

Shelving factory

Shelving & Display

Jiacheng · Dingtailong · Altai · Yiyang

Gondolas, wall units, end caps, promo displays and fresh-food fixtures — four specialist factories to match any spec.

Lighting showroom

Retail Lighting

Sanben Lighting

Zoned lighting design: high-CRI fresh food lighting, layered ambience and energy-efficient control.

Bakery equipment factory

Bakery Equipment

Sinmag

Complete in-store bakery solutions: deck and rotary ovens, proofer, display cases and process know-how.

ESL factory

Electronic Shelf Labels

Hangzhou Zhikong · Hanshow

E-ink price tags synced with your POS — cut labor cost, eliminate pricing errors, change prices store-wide in minutes.

Refrigeration equipment

Refrigeration & Cold Chain

Sinmag

Display freezers, air curtains and cold rooms — export-certified refrigeration equipment for fresh food sections.

Packaging factory

Packaging & Consumables

Lesui Packaging

Fresh produce packaging, deli containers, bakery boxes, shopping bags, and food-grade film — complete supermarket consumables supply.

Sourcing Tour

China Retail Sourcing Tours, Hosted End-to-End

From airport pickup to factory visits and tours of China's most advanced supermarkets — we plan and host the entire journey for overseas retail buyers seeking store upgrade inspiration and cost-effective sourcing.

Retail Sourcing Tour

Factory categories available for visit

Kitchen Equipment Shelving & Accessories Display Props Display Equipment Lighting Electronic Shelf Labels Packaging & Consumables
Plus: Guided tours of advanced supermarkets See how China's leading stores actually run — layout, fresh zones and in-store experience worth benchmarking.
🎧 Can't speak Chinese? No problem — we provide AI translation earpieces throughout your trip. You'll feel at home in China.

Full-service itinerary, all arranged by us

  • Airport pickup & transfersFrom landing to hotel, every transfer arranged
  • Factory coordinationAppointments and visit routes arranged with vetted factories
  • Hotel arrangementAccommodation booked along the tour route
  • Full-trip commentary & interpretationProfessional commentary and translation throughout the journey
  • Follow-up sourcing supportQuotes consolidated after the tour; orders placed through one trusted interface
Plan a Sourcing Tour
Portfolio

Design Portfolio

From layout planning to spatial presentation — 5,000 m² large supermarket project.

Project Area5,000 m²
Store TypeLarge Boutique Supermarket
Design HighlightsFull Traffic-flow Optimization

📋 Proposal

From Concept to Space

Design Philosophy · Floor Planning · Visual Presentation

🎬 Walkthrough

5000㎡ Aerial Overview

Panoramic View · Traffic Flow Planning · Spatial Experience

Insights

Retail Design & Sourcing Blog

Practical advice, trends, and industry insights for overseas retailers planning their next store renovation.

About Us

A Designer-Led Integration Studio

Design first. Everything else, integrated.

ChinaRetailDesign was founded by Sammy Huang, a senior designer with over 30 years of experience in the retail industry. Sammy spent more than a decade serving global retail giants including Carrefour and Tesco, gaining deep insights into retail operations and consumer behavior across diverse markets.

In China, we have served over 1,000+ retail stores, hundreds of wet markets, and five-star hotel and shopping mall projects — covering everything from community supermarkets to large-format hypermarkets. Our deep understanding of China's local retail ecosystem, combined with a global perspective, enables us to deliver truly professional and actionable design and consulting solutions to clients worldwide.

In 2026, we led a delegation of major buyers on a firsthand tour of China's leading retail equipment factories — from smart POS, shelving, lighting, bakery machines, electronic shelf labels, and display fixtures, to packaging consumables and soft decoration materials. We also conducted in-depth visits to China's most innovative retail models — Hema Fresh, Xiaoxiang Supermarket, Xianfeng Life, and Yueli Supermarket — gaining firsthand insights into the latest trends and operational logic shaping China's retail landscape. That experience became our model: one design-led interface between overseas retailers and China's best factory network.

Our design work has even been featured on China Central Television (CCTV) News — a testament to our professional excellence and industry influence.

  • Design-led: efficiency & experience start from the blueprint
  • Factory-direct: vetted partners, transparent sourcing
  • One contract: single point of accountability end-to-end

At a Glance

Core competencySupermarket design
Factory partners100+ factories, 7 categories
Partners verifiedOn-site visits, 2026
Target marketsGlobal Markets
Service modelDesign + Sourcing + Delivery
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to the most common questions from overseas retailers.

How does your pricing work?

We charge a fixed project-based design fee + a transparent advisory service fee. We do NOT mark up equipment prices — you see factory invoices directly. No hidden commissions, no surprises.

Can I use just your design service, without sourcing?

Yes. We offer design-only services for retailers who already have their own procurement channels. We'll provide you with professional layout plans, 3D visuals, and construction drawings.

What if I only want equipment sourcing, without design?

Absolutely. We can help you source specific equipment — shelving, refrigeration, lighting, POS, ESL — from our vetted factory network. We'll handle factory coordination, quality inspection, and shipping logistics.

What about delivery, customs, and logistics?

We coordinate everything — factory production, QC inspection, container consolidation, shipping, and export documentation. You receive your equipment at your door. You don't need to chase factories or freight forwarders.

What's your typical project timeline?

Timelines vary by project scope. A full package (design + sourcing) typically takes 12–20 weeks from contract to delivery. We provide clear milestone schedules before we start.

Do you have experience with projects outside China?

Yes. We've served retailers across Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Taiwan, and beyond. We adapt Chinese retail solutions to local market conditions — including local regulations, climate, and consumer behavior.

What are your accepted payment methods?

We accept international bank‑wire transfer (SWIFT T/T). We also support payments via XTransfer (XT) local‑settlement accounts for lower correspondent‑bank fees. We issue formal pro‑forma invoice based on our signed service contract. We do not offer website‑based credit‑card checkout for custom large‑scale retail projects.

Do I pay you for equipment orders?

No. Equipment purchase invoices are issued directly from Chinese factories to you. You settle payments with factories directly. Our charges are separate design and advisory service fees only.

Do I need to apply for special bank service to use XTransfer (XT)?

XTransfer is a licensed third‑party B2B settlement platform. You do not need to modify your existing bank account. After we sign the contract, we provide you with XTransfer local‑account details for your remittance. You only need a regular bank account in your own country to make payments.

Still have questions? We're here to help.

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Leave your contact info and tell us what you're struggling with — we'll get back to you as soon as possible with professional advice based on our experience serving thousands of chain stores across China.

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