Branches Archive
Passion Papaya Smoothies and 3-Month CDs
“We want people to come in, hang out, and meet with their friends and clients.” — Reliant Bank Reliant Bank has blended a smoothie shop into one of its branches. The bank has put a
Three Years’ Results in Two Days
How does $35 million in deposits and 800 new members sound? That’s what Advantis Credit Union just did… in two days. A recent grand opening sales event helped fuel one of the best first quarters
Credit Union Completes Transformation to ‘Centric’
Last year, Forest Kraft Credit Union changed names and became Centric. The credit union was looking to appeal to a broader segment of the community by differentiating themselves in a crowded financial market with a
LEED Gold Branch for a True-Green Credit Union
Columbia Credit Union is just about as green as financial institutions get. They have green business practices, an E-Go Green Auto Loan, a Living Green Mortgage and they have tips for greener living on their
This Is a Bad Sign: Inaccuracies Will Give You Brand ‘Incontinence’
On one hand, this sign from Congressional Federal Credit Union is so funny, it will have you peeing in your pants — maybe literally. On the other hand, “incontinence” is nothing to laugh about, because
Motion-Sensing Retail Window from Citizens Bank
Using motion tracking, pedestrians can interact with the display, signaling birds to come flying in and drop coins, grow plants, create wind to blow the plants around and spray pollen, etc. The display is also
See Barclays Bank of the Future… It’s Here Now
Barclays has opened a new flagship branch at Piccadilly Circus in London. The bank describes the project as “the first ‘brand concept’ branch in the UK,” covering 8,000 square feet of retail space over three
It’s Official: UNCB’s ‘Gold Cafés’ Are Gone
Since April 2006, Union National Community Bank’s Gold Cafés were heralded widely around the financial industry as a fresh innovation in branch design. The concept was a revolutionary combination: one part bank branch, one part
Credit Union Identity Makeover Includes Logo, Branch
The old logo is dated and looks very official, like a notary’s seal. The new, contemporary logo draws off shapes found in the building. Auburn University FCU’s latest branch and new headquarters shuns traditional teller
No Traditional Tellers in This New Branch
Dort FCU’s latest branch is characterized by its warm woods and rich hues, complemented by nice lighting and a healthy application of retail graphics. The open floor plan and spacious ceiling create a pleasant, inviting
First Atlantic Branches Feature Video Tellers, Teller “pods”
John Culp, CEO of First Atlantic Credit Union, complained that his financial institution suffered from “a physical image that was like that of a classic bank branch, with teller lines and big walls separating us
Robotic Safety Deposit Boxes
Has anyone actually seen this in action? It seems pretty cool. You access a secluded security room using an access card, PIN code or biometrics. Then once inside, you use your card or personal key
Say Aloha to Cappucinos, T-Shirts and ING’s Hawaiian Café
Take a tour of ING DIRECT's Honolulu location and read about the bank's transactionless cafe concept.
Is It a Branch? Or a Store? It’s Deutsche Bank’s Q110
Deutsche Bank built a revolutionary branch prototype back in 2005, something it named Q110. Besides being a gorgeous architectural statement, the branch is one of the most progressive you’ll see anywhere in the world, combining
A high-energy branch from Numerica Credit Union
The transaction area features an open, dual-teller station and contemporary merchandising fixtures. A special area with tire-tread flooring was created in the lobby where a brand-new motorcycle (partially seen in the right photo) promotes the
This Danish Bank Branch Is Beyond Cool
In the Danish market, Jyske Bank has introduced a whole new way of delivering financial services, using the theme “Jyske Differences.” Jyske says its “blazing new trails in interior design” with its branches, something that’s
Delta Community unveils its newest branch
Delta Community Credit Union has just completed construction on its latest branch in Newnan in Georgia. The spacious and open floor plan features high, sweeping ceilings and few enclosed offices. Interior view of Delta Community
BNZ’s “Out of the Box” Brand
The Bank of New Zealand, now known simply as BNZ, has been doing some interesting things with their brand lately. They’re retailing off-the-shelf financial products – literally, in boxes. They’ve got an intensive mass-media campaign
Chebanca! (that must be Italian for “wow”)
This branch design for Italian bank Chebanca! is about as radical a departure as you can get from the hallowed walnut-and-mahogany themes of yesteryear. Ultra-clean, über-contemporary, high-tech and super-light merchandising.
Stories worth sharing – Sept 19, 2008
Here are some of this week’s stories of interest. Click hotlinks for the complete story. Bullish-it: Merrill Lynch’s failure…to live up to its brand Home Loans: The American Dream is still alive despite wake-up call
