At Aspect we’re known for going the extra mile for our clients, doing whatever we can to make their research a memorable experience. Recently that meant working with a particularly tricky brief, but, as you know, at Aspect we love nothing more than a good challenge!
We were asked by Manchester fashion brand, The Gypsy Shrine, to provide a research space for them. But they were looking for something that was more involved than a typical focus group. They wanted something that would allow everyone involved to be fully immersed in the world of their brand.
The company, which were only founded in 2016, have had meteoric success over the past few years. They’ve gone from being a Manchester start-up making disposable body jewellery for the UK festival market, to an internationally recognised brand with a presence in many major high street retailers and a cult following online.
After such rapid growth the team at The Gypsy Shrine wanted to reconnect with their core market and understand the expectations of their loyal customers. In order to do this, they asked Aspect to help them arrange a research session which would immerse everyone involved in all elements of The Gypsy Shrine.
In order to do this we decided to completely redesign our viewing facility, converting two studios over an entire floor of our Manchester venue into an indoor festival. The transformation was completed with indoor festival tents, grass flooring, festoon lighting and boho-chic decorations to give that finishing touch. The final touch was providing food and drinks on pop-up stalls in different areas throughout Aspect so that the research progressed as if they were moving through an evening’s entertainment.
See the results of Aspect’s collaboration with The Gypsy Shrine and how we created their world in our award winning viewing facility.
We’re delighted to announce that Marco Pierre White, who found fame as the youngest chef to ever receive three Michelin Stars, has recently expanded his restaurant franchise with a new Chop House within the Velvet Hotel and Restaurant.
This prestigious new offering is perfectly aligned with Velvet who have a reputation for high quality offerings in their bar and boutique hotel. And as neighbours, who have a long working history with Velvet, we will be able to continue our partnership by offering clients at Aspect the very best that Velvet and Marco Pierre White have to offer.
In addition to the finest cuisine, delivered right to our studios fresh from their kitchen, Velvet also offer a special discount to Aspect clients who are staying in their boutique hotel. The luxurious surroundings are the perfect place to rest after a long day of research with the added convenience of being right next door to our facility on Canal Street.
To hear more about the Velvet’s latest offerings and how you can make the most of your time at Aspect in Manchester, get in contact with our team on 0161 242 7858 or email manchester@aspectviewingfacilities.com
Stockport has always been an ideal location for market research, with its easy access to national and international transport links, and its close proximity to the affluent southern suburbs of Manchester. However there have been a number of recent upgrades within the local area which are sure to make it an even more enticing location.
The Redrock development within Stockport is a multifaceted space which comprises of bars, restaurants, retail outlets and a stunning new cinema. The newly opened complex has been creating a buzz in Stockport and beyond and has proven to be an attractive location for numerous high street brands and niche local businesses. Aspect is located just 10 minutes away from the Redrock development making it an place for researchers to use as a base for any research on consumer trends and shopping habits in the local area.
Our site in Stockport is equipped with all the latest market research technology, including Focus Vision and their pioneering FV360 camera which records and streams focus groups from the perspective of a full 360 degree panoramic angle. We also have free parking on site and top notch catering; all supplied by our expert team of Studio Managers and Assistants.
To find out more about the Redrock development or what we can offer at Aspect Stockport, contact one of our team on 0161 482 2500 or email stockport@aspectviewingfacilities.com
We’re thrilled to announce that Aspect Viewing Facilities were named as the Best Viewing Facility at this year’s Market Research Society Operations Awards.
Also known as the Oppies, the awards exist to celebrate the unsung heroes of the market research industry with categories for Best Support Services, Best Data Collection and, of course, Best Viewing Facility.
In recognising Aspect, the judges at this year’s Oppies said:
“Aspect Viewing Facilities are deserved winners of this category with a clear commitment to improving the viewing facility experience. They have redesigned, renovated and re-opened their Stockport facility to meet the needs of the modern researcher. In particular, their use of technology stood out, including the use of virtual reality tours to enable clients to explore the Aspect venues from their desks and 360 degree recording and streaming.”
For the past 15 year’s Aspect has sought to create a viewing facility that shapes industry expectations with every service delivered to a premier standard. While we’re thrilled to be recognised with this award, we’re also grateful to the many clients who’ve helped to make Aspect the success it is today.
Aspect Viewing Facilities have been announced as Finalists in the Best Viewing Facility category at this year’s MRS Operations Awards and we couldn’t be happier.
It’s always a pleasure to be recognised in the industry but we wouldn’t be able to do it without our incredible team and all of the clients who’ve made it possible for Aspect.
And this recognition couldn’t have come at a better time for Aspect as we celebrate 15 years in business. When we first opened Aspect in Stockport, we could hardly have imagined the success which now comprises of two venues in the prime locations of Manchester city centre and the suburbs of Stockport in Cheshire.
Speak to one of our team to book your project in the only award nominated facility in the North-West. Call us on 0161 242 7858 or email enquiries@aspectviewingfacilities.com
To coincide with the Manchester International Festival we’ve pulled together some of the highlights of this amazing city that Aspect is proud to call its home.
Manchester International Festival
Starting in June, this biennial festival brings together practitioners of various art forms to stage a series of shows that span right across Manchester for over 2 weeks. It’s a fantastic spectacle and one that celebrates diversity and creativity in the international city of Manchester.
City life
Manchester is known for its rich cultural scene being a firm favourite amongst music lovers for everything from Joy Division, The Happy Mondays or the glory days of the Hacienda. But there’s much more to Manchester today with a number of diverse scenes to cater to all tastes. The Northern Quarter with its independent bars and quirky character is always popular but you needn’t look much further than Aspect’s own doorstep in Manchester for a night to remember, since we’re located at the top of the world famous Canal Street.
Theatre and Art
For the culture lovers amongst us, Manchester hosts some superb venues for exhibitions, theatre and live shows. The Royal Exchange is always popular with a huge array of plays in possibly one of the best venues in the city. There is also the newly developed HOME, on Oxford Street, which provides an adaptable space for all sorts of live experiences. For the best exhibitions in the city you can’t go wrong with the Manchester Art Gallery or the Museum of Science and Industry which has something for everyone.
Shopping
If retail therapy is more your thing then Manchester has a lot to offer. The Arndale centre is the main hub for all the big retail brands in the city centre but there’s lots more to see if you venture into the Northern Quarter or head onto Deansgate. Just a short drive away from the city is the Trafford Centre which offers something of a retail paradise with a range of high street and designer labels jockeying for attention in one of the largest shopping centres in the UK.
Country living
Aside from all the distractions that the city of Manchester has to offer, there is also a lot of space for a scenic escape in this picturesque corner of the UK. There are beautiful botanical gardens at Fletcher Moss Park in Didsbury and wide open spaces at Sale Water Park. But for something more immersive you can venture out of the city and experience a bit of country life with Cheshire, Derbyshire and Lancashire green space just a short trip of out of the city. Aspect in Stockport is also perfectly placed to sample a bit of Cheshire life.
Sport
There’s no doubt that the post-Olympic legacy helped many cities to up their game when it came to sporting facilities. This was no different for Manchester, which was already on a winning streak after hosting the Commonwealth Games in 2002. In addition to having two world class football teams in the form of Manchester City and Manchester United, we also have become known for cycling with the National Cycling Centre being located in just outside of the city.
