Store Layout (For Aethetic)

[WolfPG]

I'm interested to know the store layout everyone else is using.

Currently I have my four checkouts vertically to the right side and in-front of the door (with enough space to be realistic). To the left I have all the fridges against the wall, leaving the windows free (nothing against them). Then I have a row of back to back freezers in front of the fridges. The shelves go all around the back wall and to the right up to the storage room door, and then I have rows of shelves whilst being careful not to go too close to the checkouts where people queue.

How does everyone else have their store laid out? I'm particularly interested in cashier placement as it's difficult to find a good spot whilst ensuring there is enough space for all the shelves etc. I don't have full store expansion yet, working towards that. I'm aware the self check outs are coming in an update at some point, and I have no idea where i'm going to find the space to fit those, haha.

[beebopper]

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3192414990

Going much slower this time around limiting the shelf space to 2-3 per item so the stock racks do not overflow... I'm still against auto restockers... but wanted to try them for a more complete picture. As we still need to take the stock from the curb to the storeroom.. it kinda balances out Automation v Simulation.

But will admit i like this layout better even if only lower level.

[WolfPG]

Ah, forgot I can just post pictures of my place rather than try to describe it lol.

Here's my current set up. You'll notice random single fridges in places no doubt. The result of buying new licenses that need fridges that I don't have space for.

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3193571280

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3193572423

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3193625959

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3193571538

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3193626108

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3193572309

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3193626189

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3193571723

[beebopper]

oh i really like your refrigerator/freezer isle.... I think I may have to copy that isle :)

PS: would be interesting to see how you've set up your store room. :)

[WolfPG]

Originally posted by beebopper:

oh i really like your refrigerator/freezer isle.... I think I may have to copy that isle :)

PS: would be interesting to see how you've set up your store room. :)

Thanks! Yeah feel free to copy lol. I haven't got max store expansion but I do have max storage expansion. I still need to re-arrange all my items to be categorised better, but that's a big task so haven't gotten round to that yet. I did start grouping related items together but not properly.

Here are images of my storage room. It works for now but not sure how it will work when I get more licenses. Still some space though.

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3193722918

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3193723031

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3193723352

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3193723189

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3193723269

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3193723114

[beebopper]

first off.. im seeing things I didn't think of in my own games.....
But seeing your storeroom.. do you have trouble maintaining stock? Or do you only keep for example 2 boxes in store for restocking?
I ask as I ended up with a mess when hitting shop level 70ish.

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https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3193856021
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3193856361

[beebopper]

Originally posted by ><Ce|\|T><:

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https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3193856361

I didn't think you could put racks against the windows... awesome

Originally posted by WolfPG:

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3193723114

are we now allowed to place the comp in the storeroom??

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Originally posted by beebopper:

are we now allowed to place the comp in the storeroom??

Yes. That's why my point of view is a bit higher in the screenshot. I'm standing on the desk :D

[RogueSimulant]

I found if you put the checkouts at a slight angle you can fit in more.
Early screenshot from before the restock update.

https://steamcommunity.com/id/roguesimulant/screenshot/2441586770202253397/

[beebopper]

Originally posted by RogueSimulant:

I found if you put the checkouts at a slight angle you can fit in more.
Early screenshot from before the restock update.

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3193877608

OMG what a novel idea!!!

Man imma going to be busy implementing these ideas till after Easter.. thankyou all!!

[nayeon.]

Originally posted by beebopper:

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3192414990

Going much slower this time around limiting the shelf space to 2-3 per item so the stock racks do not overflow... I'm still against auto restockers... but wanted to try them for a more complete picture. As we still need to take the stock from the curb to the storeroom.. it kinda balances out Automation v Simulation.

But will admit i like this layout better even if only lower level.

i really love the fridges at the start of the aisle like that. looks really aesthetically pleasing

[beebopper]

Originally posted by nayeon.:

Originally posted by beebopper:

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3192414990

Going much slower this time around limiting the shelf space to 2-3 per item so the stock racks do not overflow... I'm still against auto restockers... but wanted to try them for a more complete picture. As we still need to take the stock from the curb to the storeroom.. it kinda balances out Automation v Simulation.

But will admit i like this layout better even if only lower level.

i really love the fridges at the start of the aisle like that. looks really aesthetically pleasing

Just for you nayeon.. i'll keep them there :)

[beebopper]

Thanks to everyone sharing their pics.. I learnt so much... thankyou to everyone that shared :)

New Shop layout:
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3194294097

New storeroom layout:
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3194287535

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Originally posted by beebopper:

New storeroom layout:
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3194287535

A good layout :D I did almost the same :D

[WolfPG]

Originally posted by beebopper:

first off.. im seeing things I didn't think of in my own games.....
But seeing your storeroom.. do you have trouble maintaining stock? Or do you only keep for example 2 boxes in store for restocking?
I ask as I ended up with a mess when hitting shop level 70ish.

No, I find it pretty easy. I have tried to group items of similar type together and I know from memory now where everything is. Stock amount wise, I have a rule to keep stock about 20 units for each item, so each day I will have a look at what is below 20 units and order more. This isn't the case for bleach, potatoes, chicken, or toilet paper though. For those items I just maintain a full storage rack.

It is time consuming stocking each day but nothing like what it used to be before the stockers update.

That said, I haven't got the last two licenses for my current store level, though I don't see them creating much of an issue as I still have a lot of space. Not sure how it will be once I hit your store level and have more licenses though. I feel the store room should be bigger. Maybe they'll bring out more expansion later.