--- title: CTM Design Blog | Design description: Design | --- - [Visit CTM Architecture](http://www.ctmarchitecture.ca/) - [Legal](http://ctmdesign.ca/legal) - [Site Map](http://ctmdesign.ca/sitemap) [![logo](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/logo.jpg?width=145&name=logo.jpg)](http://ctmdesign.ca/) - [About Us](http://ctmdesign.ca/about-us/our-company) - [Our Company](http://ctmdesign.ca/about-us/our-company) - [Our People](http://ctmdesign.ca/about-us/our-people) - [Our Accreditations](http://ctmdesign.ca/about-us/our-accreditations) - [Our Work](http://ctmdesign.ca/our-work/our-services) - [Our Services](http://ctmdesign.ca/our-work/our-services) - [Our Approach](http://ctmdesign.ca/our-work/our-approach) - [Project Gallery](http://ctmdesign.ca/project-gallery) - [Project Map](http://ctmdesign.ca/project-gallery/project-map) - [Petroleum Service Stations](http://ctmdesign.ca/project-gallery/petroleum-service-stations) - [Resturaunt and Hospitality](http://ctmdesign.ca/project-gallery/resturaunt-and-hospitality) - [Retail Stores](http://ctmdesign.ca/project-gallery/retail-stores) - [Blog](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog) - [Careers](http://ctmdesign.ca/careers) - [Current Opportunities](http://ctmdesign.ca/careers/current-opportunities) - [Apply today](http://ctmdesign.ca/careers/apply-today) - [Contact Us](http://ctmdesign.ca/contact-us) ![](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/Layout/news.jpg?width=912&name=news.jpg) ## [FIVE THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW WHEN CHOOSING A QUICK SERVICE RESTAURANT DESIGN FIRM](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/five-things-you-need-to-know-when-choosing-a-quick-serice-restaurant-design-firm) Posted by [CTM Staff](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/author/ctm-staff) on May 17, 2016 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/hubfs/Blog_Photos/shutterstock_304391519.jpg)](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/five-things-you-need-to-know-when-choosing-a-quick-serice-restaurant-design-firm) Whether you are building a fast food restaurant using an existing corporate plan or template, or are creating an independent restaurant from scratch, you will require the services of a professional design consultant. A design consultant will be able to customize your design plans to your exact needs and ensure it conforms to the local codes and regulations. [Read More](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/five-things-you-need-to-know-when-choosing-a-quick-serice-restaurant-design-firm) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/five-things-you-need-to-know-when-choosing-a-quick-serice-restaurant-design-firm#comments-listing) Topics: [Design](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/design), [C-Store and Quick-Service](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/c-store-and-quick-service), [Commercial and Retail](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/commercial-and-retail) ## [QUICK SERVICE RESTAURANT: 6 REASONS WHY YOU NEED A SITE AUDIT BEFORE YOU BUY REAL ESTATE](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/quick-serve-restaurant-6-reasons-why-you-need-a-site-audit-before-you-buy-real-estate) Posted by [CTM Staff](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/author/ctm-staff) on May 10, 2016 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/hubfs/Blog_Photos/shutterstock_122556943.jpg)](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/quick-serve-restaurant-6-reasons-why-you-need-a-site-audit-before-you-buy-real-estate) *So, you’re looking for the perfect location for your hot new fast food restaurant. There are a lot of great commercial realtors out there.* *The good ones can provide you with invaluable advice on choosing a location with high traffic flow –maybe a corner lot with access to passing traffic on two main streets. They can likely recommend a vibrant neighbourhood that matches your customer demographic. They may be able to help you weigh the pros and cons of leasing versus financing, and hopefully, they are master negotiators who can help you get an incredible price. However, a realtor’s expertise only goes so far.* [Read More](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/quick-serve-restaurant-6-reasons-why-you-need-a-site-audit-before-you-buy-real-estate) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/quick-serve-restaurant-6-reasons-why-you-need-a-site-audit-before-you-buy-real-estate#comments-listing) Topics: [Design](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/design), [C-Store and Quick-Service](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/c-store-and-quick-service), [Commercial and Retail](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/commercial-and-retail) ## [FLEET OF FOOT: HOW RFID TECHNOLOGY CAN BENEFIT YOUR CARWASH'S BOTTOM LINE](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/fleet-on-foot) Posted by [CTM Staff](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/author/ctm-staff) on November 25, 2015 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/hubfs/Blog_Photos/shutterstock_200145287.jpg)](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/fleet-on-foot) ## **Radio frequency technology next step for fleet vehicles.** In business you need to be nimble. Yet it can be challenging to stay on top of technology trends. One advance that should be on your radar if you cater to fleet vehicles is the introduction of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology. It is something we expect will be widely adopted in fuelling and carwash applications in the years to come. [Read More](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/fleet-on-foot) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/fleet-on-foot#comments-listing) Topics: [Current Trends](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/current-trends), [Design](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/design), [Gas and Petroleum Stations](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/gas-and-petroleum-stations), [Car Wash](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/car-wash) ## [WHAT'S NEW AT 2015 CONVENIENVE U CARWACS SHOW IN CALGARY?](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/whats-new-at-carwacs-2015) Posted by [CTM Staff](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/author/ctm-staff) on November 16, 2015 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/hubfs/Blog_Photos/shutterstock_298036673.jpg)](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/whats-new-at-carwacs-2015) ## **New products to look for at CARWACS 2015!** *On November 17th and 18th, the [Convenience U CARWACS Show](http://calgary.convenienceu.ca/) is coming to Calgary at the BMO Centre.* *As Western Canada’s largest convenience, gas and car wash events it is a chance to discover the latest and greatest developments when you peruse the tradeshow floor.* [Read More](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/whats-new-at-carwacs-2015) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/whats-new-at-carwacs-2015#comments-listing) Topics: [Current Trends](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/current-trends), [Design](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/design), [Company News](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/company-news), [Gas and Petroleum Stations](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/gas-and-petroleum-stations), [Car Wash](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/car-wash) ## [A WATER-WISE WASH: HOW TO CONSERVE WATER AT YOUR CARWASH FOR GREATER SAVINGS](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/a-water-wise-wash) Posted by [CTM Staff](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/author/ctm-staff) on November 12, 2015 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/hubfs/Blog_Photos/shutterstock_120189586.jpg)](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/a-water-wise-wash) ## **How to save water in your carwash using environmentally responsible reclamation systems.** Car washes take a lot of water to operate. And these days, there is a great deal of public pressure to operate in an environmentally responsible manner. Fortunately, you can save a lot of water – and also reduce the associated operating costs – by choosing the right solution. [Read More](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/a-water-wise-wash) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/a-water-wise-wash#comments-listing) Topics: [Current Trends](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/current-trends), [Design](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/design), [Gas and Petroleum Stations](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/gas-and-petroleum-stations) ## [TOP THREE SECRETS TO A SHINY AND SUCCESSFUL NEW CARWASH](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/secrets-to-a-shiny-new-car-wash) Posted by [CTM Staff](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/author/ctm-staff) on October 30, 2015 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/hubfs/Blog_Photos/shutterstock_36977638.jpg)](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/secrets-to-a-shiny-new-car-wash) ## **Independents increasing look to CTM to help with custom planning and design.** CTM has been designing carwashes from Day 1. All in, we’ve probably helped build well over a hundred car washes – serving motorists from Vancouver Island to Ontario. [Read More](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/secrets-to-a-shiny-new-car-wash) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/secrets-to-a-shiny-new-car-wash#comments-listing) Topics: [Current Trends](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/current-trends), [Design](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/design), [Gas and Petroleum Stations](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/gas-and-petroleum-stations) ## [WE'VE GOT YOU COVERED: TRENDS IN CANOPY DESIGN FOR YOUR SERVICE STATION](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/weve-got-you-covered) Posted by [CTM Staff](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/author/ctm-staff) on October 14, 2015 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/hubfs/Blog_Photos/shutterstock_153827456.jpg)](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/weve-got-you-covered) ## **Benefits and considerations when installing a service station canopy.** When building a gas station, many owners debate whether or not they should include a canopy as part of the design. [Read More](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/weve-got-you-covered) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/weve-got-you-covered#comments-listing) Topics: [Current Trends](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/current-trends), [Design](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/design), [Gas and Petroleum Stations](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/gas-and-petroleum-stations) ## [FROM ICKY TO INVITING: WASHROOM TRENDS TO DRIVE TRAFFIC TO YOUR C-STORE](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/from-icky-to-inviting) Posted by [CTM Staff](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/author/ctm-staff) on October 07, 2015 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/hubfs/Blog_Photos/shutterstock_593901.jpg)](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/from-icky-to-inviting) ## **Modern bathrooms make a fresh impression with customers.**  Until recently, the gas station washroom served a strictly utilitarian role. They were simple, plain, nothing flashy. Yet, with neglect, many had developed a reputation for being grungy – something to avoid except in the case of extreme emergency (particularly among female customers). [Read More](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/from-icky-to-inviting) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/from-icky-to-inviting#comments-listing) Topics: [Current Trends](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/current-trends), [Design](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/design), [C-Store and Quick-Service](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/c-store-and-quick-service), [Gas and Petroleum Stations](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/gas-and-petroleum-stations) ## [THE 1, 2, 3's OF INTERIOR SIGNAGE.](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/the-1-2-3s-of-interior-signage) Posted by [CTM Staff](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/author/ctm-staff) on September 23, 2015 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/hubfs/Blog_Photos/shutterstock_314138426.jpg)](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/the-1-2-3s-of-interior-signage) ##### ****Convenience stores are about quickness.**** *Nothing personal...* but your customers generally want to find what they're looking for - and get in and out as fast as possible! This is why interior signage is so important. Especially in stores with a large and diverse product offering. [Read More](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/the-1-2-3s-of-interior-signage) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/the-1-2-3s-of-interior-signage#comments-listing) Topics: [Current Trends](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/current-trends), [Design](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/design), [C-Store and Quick-Service](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/c-store-and-quick-service), [Gas and Petroleum Stations](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/gas-and-petroleum-stations), [Commercial and Retail](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/commercial-and-retail) ## [FIVE C-STORE TRENDS YOU CAN’T AFFORD TO IGNORE!](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/five-cstore-trends-you-cant-afford-to-ignore) Posted by [CTM Staff](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/author/ctm-staff) on September 08, 2015 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/hubfs/Blog_Photos/shutterstock_251297170.jpg)](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/five-cstore-trends-you-cant-afford-to-ignore) ##### **Giving your customers what they want!** At one time, if your C-store had pop, chips, magazines, jerky and a handful of microwaveable sandwiches – you had most of your bases covered. But there has been a noticeable shift in consumer demand in recent years.  [Read More](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/five-cstore-trends-you-cant-afford-to-ignore) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/five-cstore-trends-you-cant-afford-to-ignore#comments-listing) Topics: [Current Trends](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/current-trends), [Design](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/design), [C-Store and Quick-Service](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/c-store-and-quick-service) [All posts](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/all) [Next](https://w3.ctmdesign.ca/blog/topic/design/page/2) ### Get Our Latest Blogs Sent Straight To Your Inbox. 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