The “Best Retail” category in Cork’s Better Building Awards celebrates retail spaces that excel in design, presentation, and customer experience. This award recognises shops that enhance the city’s commercial appeal through innovative storefronts, effective use of space, and high standards of upkeep. This category honours retailers that have delivered exceptional interior upgrades which enhance the appearance and appeal of their street or arcade-facing frontage, contributing positively to the overall character and attractiveness of the area. The category highlights the importance of well-designed retail spaces in attracting customers and supporting the local economy.