Next-Gen E-commerce Platform for Art & Collectibles with AR Integration

As a growing SME in the Art & Collectibles space, we have identified the need to modernize our e-commerce platform to better serve our customers and stay competitive. The project involves developing a next-generation, highly scalable e-commerce platform using a headless commerce architecture. This will allow flexibility in front-end design and improved performance. Integral to the platform is the incorporation of AR try-on features to enable customers to visualize art pieces in their spaces before purchase, significantly enhancing the user experience. Additionally, the platform will utilize advanced personalization algorithms to tailor product recommendations, improving customer satisfaction and increasing sales. Key technologies will include Shopify Plus or Magento for the backend, with Stripe and PayPal integration for seamless transactions. We will also incorporate Algolia for search optimization and Contentful for content management. The ability to engage customers through social commerce and potentially explore subscription models for exclusive art collections or collectibles will be explored to add value.