New Douglas flagship store blooms: opening on November 6th!
The new Douglas flagship store opens on November 6th in Cologne, Schildergasse. Larger offering, café and gym included.

New Douglas flagship store blooms: opening on November 6th!
On November 6th, Cologne will have another attraction: the new Douglas flagship store on Schildergasse opens its doors. With this opening, the existing branch at Schildergasse 39 will be closed to make room for a significantly larger offering. In addition to the variety of products, there will also be a café that invites customers to linger. Loud Cologne City Gazette A fitness studio is also moving into the upper floor of the new building complex.
The opening is seen as a great opportunity for retail in Cologne. Stephan Bernshausen, the project manager, and his team worked closely together to realize this ambitious project. That too Jennifer Stoll's LinkedIn profile highlights the excellent teamwork. The increasing burdens of online trading and changes in customer needs make such developments particularly important.
A new milestone for Schildergasse
Schildergasse is considered a first-class location, and the new flagship store will contribute to the revitalization of inner-city shopping opportunities. The project also represents a response to the challenges facing the retail sector. In many cities, a decline in the number of customers and an increase in vacancies can be observed, which, according to urban development experts citymanufaktur.com also influences the quality of experience for citizens. Douglas could initiate a trend reversal here.
The building itself has an eventful history behind it. Marks & Spencer, Esprit and a Tchibo outlet used to be located here. The renovation took over a year and fundamentally changed the classic multi-story department store structure. The success of the new store could positively change the shopping environment and the entire Schildergasse.
The anticipation of the opening is already palpable. The employees in Cologne are determined to offer their customers an unparalleled shopping experience. “We are looking forward to the opening and invite everyone to follow us regularly for updates,” said the marketing team led by Maria Cristina Donescu-Podzun.
The new Douglas flagship store could not only expand the product range, but also create seating and a place for socializing that makes a visit to the city center a real experience.