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DUBAI, UAE
This category celebrates a new destination which delivers an J1 Beach is an urban Riviera by developer Merex Invest-
outstanding contribution to the global retail & leisure sector. It will ment, bringing the best of the world to Dubai’s shores.
reward a mixed-use destination that has created an extraordinary Located in Jumeirah, the sea-facing venue introduces a
experience for guests and tenants alike, becoming a beacon that new dimension of luxury, where laid-back sophistication
people from around the world aspire to visit.
harmoniously blends with gastronomic innovation along
one of the world’s most stunning coastlines. At its core, J1
Beach is an elevated dining district with a total of 13 luxury
beachfront fine dining experiences. Making their debut
at J1 Beach, these exclusive venues offer an exceptional
culinary journey for guests seeking refined flavours in a
Intercontinental Indianapolis breathtaking setting. In addition, guests will enjoy direct
INDIANA, US beach access, allowing them to bask in the beauty of the
The Illinois Building, a historical shoreline while savouring their dining experiences.
landmark built in 1926 in downtown
Indianapolis, has undergone a
transformational redevelopment,
evolving from a century-old vacant
office space into the luxury hotel,
the InterContinental Indianapolis.
The redevelopment, spearheaded
by Owner and Developer Keystone
Group is Indianapolis’ first luxury hotel
opening in nearly 20 years. The historic
office to luxury redevelopment not
only highlights innovative engineering
but also emphasises the importance
of historical preservation amidst
modern upgrades. The renovation also
introduced two commercial kitchens fit
for award-winning culinary creations
and a cozy fireplace on the second floor,
enhancing the building’s functionality
for exclusive events and luxury dining
experiences. The most ambitious aspect
of the redevelopment was the addition
of an entire rooftop floor.

The Exchange TRX
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA
The Exchange TRX is a dynamic retail and
lifestyle destination seamlessly integrated
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with a 10-acre public park. Opened in Novem
ber 2023, the location invites the community
to explore the future of experiential retail,
sustainable urban living and vibrant cultural
expression. Part of the 17-acre lifestyle
quarter of TRX, The Exchange TRX brings
international placemaking and sustainability
standards to Malaysia, strategically located
in the nation’s first dedicated international
finance district (IFC). With more than 400
stores spread across 1.3 million square feet
of net lettable area (NLA), the site redefines
the retail landscape with the introduction
of global firsts and new-to-market brands.
It is also the first retail asset in Malaysia to
achieve LEED Gold Certification.

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