Starbucks is renovating, or “uplifting,” as the company is calling it, 1,000 locations by the end of 2026, in an effort to become a “third place” to hang out, per CNBC.
“We’re uplifting more than 1,000 coffeehouses over the next year, blending our global heritage with local relevance to create spaces that are immersive, inclusive, and deeply human,” said Dawn Clark, Starbucks senior vice president of coffeehouse design and concepts, in a statement to CNBC.
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A new “uplifted” Starbucks in Union Square, New York City.
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The new spaces have less glare, more outlets, and more comfortable seating. The