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The Mall of Dilmunia will redefine the shopping experience in
developers: The National Real Estate Company (NREC)
and United Projects for Aviation Services Company (UPAC) development of a Boulevard. It provides visitors with the illusion
mELbOURNE QUARTER, AUSTRALIA
developer: Lendlease
ShEIkhA fATImA PARk, AbU dhAbI, UAE will develop the 570,000sq ft retail outlet which will focus on
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REEm mALL, AbU dhAbI, UAE Bahrain by adding urbanity to the retail experience through the
that they are outdoors within a vibrant European cityscape. The
open-air sky terrace allows visitors to take in the breath-taking
view of the island of Muharraq. The terrace is to also include a
beautiful mosque representing the Islamic family values, culture
and lifestyle. Mall of Dilmunia is a project by Dilmunia Mall
Development Company and it will provide fun and educational
entertainment facilities for children and teenagers, while young
adults and parents sample its rooftop cafes, delicious food and
beverage outlets, or enjoy live music within the two large atriums
designed for events. The mall overlooks the Dilmunia grand
canal and a lush gardens landscape that is also complimented
by greenery within the mall. The main familial entertainment
centres include a spectacular 3 storey high cylindrical aquarium
with aquatic life that will mesmerize visitors from each level of
the mall and a state-of-the-art large indoor Ice Rink built on the
mEydAN ONE mALL, dUbAI, UAE first floor of the mall. An opening date is expected soon. mOROCCO mALL mARRAkECh, mOROCCO
developer: meydan Group developer: Aksal Group
A pioneering destination bringing together an immersive
community experience through world-class design,
entrepreneurship and technology, Meydan One Mall is an to strengthen Kuwait’s position as a regional shopping, and will host more than 100 high-profile stores. The brand-
integrated experiential destination redefining new-age retail entertainment and conservative tourism destination, Al new Festival Avenue luxury expansion will be Egypt’s premium
experiences through leveraging cutting-edge technologies Khiran is an environmentally-friendly waterfront destination urban entertainment and retail destination, a sophisticated
to create exceptional blended retail, dining, hospitality, with a mission to promote recreation and wellbeing. lifestyle hub which will be home to 60 new international brand
entertainment and residential offering. The new mall is Mall of Oman, Majid Al Futtaim’s fifth and biggest lifestyle boutiques including Mont Blanc, OMEGA, Bulgari, Zegna,
being developed by Meydan Group to open next year and destination in the sultanate, is on track after the completion of Versace, Emporio Armani Jnr, Moschino, Burberry, Salvatore
it will feature over 550 retail outlets including a 13,200sq m two major infrastructure milestones. Set to open in March 2021, Ferragamo, Roberto Cavalli and Red Valentino. Many of these
hypermarket, 190 food & beverage outlets, a 21-screen cinema, the Mall of Oman confirmed delivery of new roads and flyovers, brands will be available for the first time on the Egyptian market
a one kilometre long indoor ski slope and a 12,000sq m winter connecting the mall to the Muscat Expressway, and the completion and will offer an exclusive shopping experience. Among the
village, a 25,800sq m dancing water fountain, 37,000sq m of of the Muscat Electricity Distribution Company (MEDC) Primary new services, there will be the “hands-free shopping” offering
entertainment experiences, a 5,430sq m medical centre, luxury Substation. Considered to be the biggest project of its kind in the home and hotel delivery and styling services.
Plaza Hotel, Lifestyle Canyon & 20,000sq m office tower, an sultanate, Mall of Oman will have 145,000sq m of retail space, The Morocco Mall Marrakech project was designed by DPA,
8.2km Crystal Lagoon and 12,600 car parking spaces. dining outlets and a range of lifestyle experiences. The mall will a prestigious architectural firm from Singapore. The design was
Al-Futtaim has announced that Festival Plaza is due to also include Oman’s largest VOX Cinemas, a Magic Planet family inspired from the surrounding geological and natural landscapes,
open this December, the upcoming project designed by the entertainment centre, a 12,200sq m Carrefour Hypermarket and made of luxuriant nature and inclined to leisure and relaxation.
mALL Of OmAN, mUSCAT, OmAN architecture group BSBG. The massive retail space covers the largest indoor snow park in the sultanate. Morocco Mall Marrakech puts the customer experience at the
developer: Al-futtaim
64,800sq m and is in the centre of the upcoming Wasl Gate Khorfakkan Beach in Sharjah aims to redesign a three heart of its architecture, offering a meticulous selection of shopping
Community – making it easy access for Jebel Ali, Dubai Marina, kilometre stretch of beach by providing high-quality public and dining, a clear orientation towards leisure and entertainment,
JLT and commuters from Abu Dhabi. There will be more than amenities, a range of activities and a variety of dining and and the city’s first showcase for luxury brands. At the forefront
120 shops, a 500-seat food court, 40 restaurants, a stay and hospitality options thereby enhancing the lifestyle of the residents of trends, visitors of the Morocco Mall Marrakech will enjoy, with
play, a kids’ club and more than 2,300 parking spaces too. and visitors coming to the development. The project is under family or friends, a stimulating experience with indoor and outdoor
Festival Plaza will hold stores including IKEA, M&S, ACE and construction and will open in two phases, according to the paths, gardens, fountains, waterfalls and shops. The project is being
Lulu Hypermarket. The IKEA will be the biggest in Dubai – and Sharjah Investment and Development Authority, also known as developed by Aksal Group, will cover an area of 50,000sq m, be
the second to be set up in the city after Dubai Festival City Shurooq. The first phase will transform the south side of the home to 190 stores and is currently scheduled to launch in 2021.
branch – with an added focus on sustainability. beach (from the port to the main roundabout). An amphitheatre The Ben Salem brothers, owners of Tunis-based Indigo Properties
Singapore-based, Chinese firm Samanea Group will develop and walkway overlooking the beach will be built, making it much (the local franchisee for such retail brands as Zara, Mango, Massimo
a 570,000sq ft retail mall in Dubai which will focus on home easier for cruise passengers to walk into town from the new Dutti, and Celio), are set to break ground on Tunis Garden City
appliances and furniture. Dubai developer Meraas has signed cruise terminal. The opening date has not yet been set. mall before the end of this year. The mall, which is being designed
an agreement with Singapore-based Chinese company Set to be the first shopping area entirely dedicated to luxury by Design International will have a gross leasable area (GLA) of
Samanea Group that will see a $272M mall come to fruition in brands in Egypt, the new Festival Avenue at the Cairo Festival 60,000sq m and be accompanied by a hotel, offices, and housing.
2021 near Dubai International City. The inaugural Big C Forum City Mall by developers Al Futtaim, will be completed in 2021 This development is due to be completed by the end of 2021.
witnessed the signing, with six key Chinese manufacturers and
businesses also inking the letter of intent. Samanea Group
CAIRO fESTIvAL CITy mALL, CAIRO, EGyPT khORfAkkAN bEACh, ShARJAh, UAE
developer: Imkan developer: Al-futtaim developer: Shurooq
home appliances and furniture from small, medium and big
Chinese businesses seeking a foothold in the GCC market. The
mall will also hold space for 1,800 parking spaces.
The Al Khiran Hybrid Outlet Mall will have 75,000sq m of
high-end outlet shopping. With a mix of luxury and premium
stores and the best of F&B and entertainment options, the
mall will redefine Kuwait’s high-street shopping experience.
The entire mall will have an outdoor ambience with indoor
streets covered by continuous skylights to provide natural
light. Designed by leading international architects RTKL and
being developed by Tamdeen Group, the mall will have
a unique resort-style architecture which will incorporate
traditional Arabic motifs. The mall’s façade will add to its
identity providing a highly sustainable solution which filters
light and provides shade. The development is being designed
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