Mr Bricolage Blog

Yet another 3 new Mr Bricolage stores have opened in Belgium, bringing the total number of new stores to 7 in 2011. The Belgian Mr Bricolage network now includes 36 sales outlets.

On 27 October 2011, Mr Bricolage opened 3 stores in Spa, Couvin and Waremme. These new stores represent over 5,600 m² in indoor surface area and over 800 m² in outdoor space.

The Belgian network of Mr Bricolage stores is continuing its expansion by attracting independent traders. A very dense network of DIY stores exists in Belgium. They generally have a surface area somewhere between 1500 and 2000 m². These stores are often managed by independent traders. These independent traders join a trading group, but are increasingly turning to groups with strong reputations such as Mr Bricolage.

Mr. Bricolage is extending its network of stores in France and Belgium. The group has expanded available sales surface area by almost 18,000 m². In France, during October and November, Mr. Bricolage opened 3 stores in Le Quesnoy (59) (4,000 m²), Belin Beliet (33) (1,340 m²) and Varennes sur allier (03) (1,965 m²). The group also opened 2 stores in Arçonnay (61) and Trans en Provence (83). 1 store was transferred and expanded in Craponne (2,200 m²), 5 stores changed name (4 Catena and 1 Briconautes) in Dombasle (54), Argentat (19), Sées & Vimoutiers (61) and La Chapelle Basse Mer (44) and finally 1 store received a new look in Moncel les Lunéville (54). In Belgium, where sales are rising, the healthy figures continue for the Mr. Bricolage network. The surface area available to the network was extended by more than 3,200 m² with the opening of a store in Lessines (change in store name) and the transfer and extension of the store in Malonne. In 2011, the Mr. Bricolage group is expected to breach the threshold of 30 stores in Belgium and therefore continue to gain market share.

Early march, Mr.Bricolage will open its new premises in Libramont.This site is located to the south of Namur, in the extreme south of Belgium, near to Luxembourg and the town of Sedan in France.

This store will comprise 1800 m² of indoor surface area and 315 m² of outdoor area. The architecture of the building is innovative, and strongly inspired by contemporary architecture. Wood is a dominant feature.

Indoor finishes are currently being added to the sales outlet. Furniture and fittings are currently being set up. Products will shortly be available on the shelves to ensure everything is ready for the opening.

Mr.Bricolage is continuing its development in Belgium with the opening of its 28th store in Hornu near to Mons. The sales outlet assigns a surface area of 1,846 m² to DIY products and 364 m² to a covered materials area. The architecture of the façade has been designed to blend in with the environment.

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