Retailers are busy fitting out for upcoming mall launch
Abu Dhabi: Key retailers such as House of Fraser, PF Changs, Ted Baker and Rodeo Drive are all gearing up to welcome customers at the upcoming mall launch. The Mall at WTCAD will offer a complete shopping experience in an inspiring environment with traditionally inspired architecture, and beautifully landscaped rooftop gardens in an unbeatable downtown location.
The first House of Fraser in the Middle East, will complement the diverse retail offer of fashion, dining and entertainment. International fashion brands showcased at The Mall - WTCAD include DKNY, Tommy Hilfiger, bebe, Cole Haan, Escada, M Missoni, Guess by Marciano, MAC cosmetics, La Senza, Gerry Weber, GANT, Nautica and Elle Tahari.
Casual dining will include such favourites as PF Changs, Dome, Le Pain Quotidien, and Fatburger. Entertainment will be supplied by an 8-screen Grand Cinemas and there is even a medical clinic, a Spinney's supermarket and beauty salons to further compliment this mix.
Designed by the world-renowned architects Foster & Partners, World Trade Center Abu Dhabi's central location holds a special place in the history of Abu Dhabi. Located in the site of the old Central Market, a 12-acre single story market which was the center of all business and trading when Abu Dhabi first started growing as a city in the early 1970s.
Continuing this trading tradition, WTCAD will join more than 330 World Trade Centers in over 100 countries around the world, all of which share the common purpose of facilitating and developing two-way, international trade and business.
Talal Al Dhiyebi, Director of Planning and Infrastructure at Aldar Properties, said:
"Aldar has created a retail center that captures both the tradition and modernity of Abu Dhabi for residents and visitors, a unique shopping environment in Abu Dhabi. Our focus has always been on creating spaces designed to fit in with the lives of our customers and we feel that The Mall at World Trade Center Abu Dhabi is a wonderful reflection of this philosophy."
David Wallace - Retail Mall Manager at World Trade Center Abu Dhabi said:
"From the first House of Fraser outside the UK to the unique rooftop gardens and the extensive retail and dining offerings, we're really excited and looking forward to the time when shoppers will be able to enjoy an unrivalled shopping experience in a beautifully designed space, all in the heart of downtown Abu Dhabi."
About Aldar
Aldar Properties PJSC is Abu Dhabi's leading property development, management and investment company. It was listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities market in 2005. Aldar was established to support the region's infrastructure through the creation of high quality, attractive and sustainable communities equipped with residential, commercial, retail, leisure, hospitality, education and medical facilities.
Aldar's diverse property portfolio includes major developments and re-developments within Abu Dhabi including Yas Island, Al Raha Beach, World Trade Center Abu Dhabi, Al Falah, and Noor Al Ain. The company owns a sizeable land bank in strategic locations throughout the Emirate.
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