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RLI Developer of the Year Hayat Mall RLI Interior Excellence
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA
BY CRACKNELL LANDSCAPE
This award is designed to highlight the Developer which showcases The Hayat Mall is located on King Abdul-Aziz Road in a This award recognises those companies who have implemented an
their best new retail and leisure schemes recently completed, highly populated area which is home to a large amount of imaginative, innovative and immersive environment which delivers
currently under construction and proposed to start, with an commercial and architectural activity and is a main shop- a stand-out customer experience. The winner of this award will
emphasis on diversity, innovation and of course, the ‘wow’ factor. ping area for most of the local residents. Spread across have reinvented the traditional meaning of a retail or leisure
an area of 150,000sq m, the mall is home to more than interior that enables operators to connect with their customers.
400 shops on an area of 90,032sq m of GLA and parking
spaces that can accommodate up to 2,458 cars. The idea
Keystone Group behind this renovation was to create the best destination
Keystone Group’s redevelopment of the and best possible experience visitors to the mall. Elements Beauty Select and Fashion Select at
Illinois Building into the InterContinental of interest in this project are the new design work that SKP-S Wuhan
Indianapolis Hotel demonstrates Keystone’s supports the opportunities for social gatherings and trans- WUHAN, CHINA
undeniable development prowess with forming the mall into an unexpected urban experience. BY MALHERBE PARIS
complex conversion projects in premier Nestled in the heart of the city, this
locations. By overcoming engineering hurdles shopping temple seamlessly blends
and carefully preserving the building’s elegance and modernity with a sleek,
historical significance, the project has luminous architecture, enhanced by
transformed a once-vacant landmark into premium materials and spectacular
a vibrant, luxury addition to Indianapolis, artistic installations. The meticulously
benefiting both the local community and curated boutiques bring together the most
elevating Indianapolis’ luxury profile to prestigious fashion houses, renowned
visitors. During development, Keystone jewellery brands and cutting-edge
Group overcame significant engineering technology labels, creating a space where
challenges to modernise the landmark fashion, innovation and culture converge.
structure. The office to luxury hotel Wuhan SKP embodies a visionary approach
conversion boasts elegance and engineering to luxury retail - a place where every visit
ingenuity not previously seen in the market becomes a sensory and aesthetic journey.
with 170 elegantly appointed guest rooms, Malherbe Paris has designed the Beauty
over 5,000sq ft of new meeting space for Select (1F) and Fashion Select (B1F) spaces,
the Indianapolis and visiting audiences all immersing visitors in a futuristic universe
while preserving its architectural integrity. where technology aids nature in its growth.
The grand opening marked Indianapolis’ first Select Beauty spans across 687sq m whilst
luxury hotel opening in nearly 20 years. Select Fashion covers 1,025sq m.
ROSHN Group
Established in 2018 and powered by
the Public Investment Fund (PIF),
ROSHN’s story is the story of Saudi The Georgian at Harrods
Arabia’s Vision 2030. With its value - LONDON, UK
driven foundation, ROSHN contributes BY UMDASCH STORE MAKERS
to three Vision Realisation Programs, A unique dining experience blending history
the Quality of Life Program, the and innovation, the reopening of The Geor-
Housing Program and the PIF Program. gian at Harrods has been celebrated as a
Their mission is to enhance the quality fusion of tradition and modern luxury. The
of life through creating transformative, refurbishment process focused on preserv-
interconnected spaces, crafting ing key heritage-listed features, ensuring
immersive experiences and meaningful the building’s historical charm remains
connections. ROSHN aims to redefine intact whilst maintaining its historical
lifestyles, celebrate individuality and aspects. In addition, modern luxury amen-
foster sustainable connections, while ities have been thoughtfully integrated
inspiring personal growth, societal into the design. The restaurant features
betterment and a legacy of positive stunning Art Deco lighting fixtures that
change. The company is currently enhance the overall design and ambiance,
active in four key regions with an adding elegance, whilst geometric patterns
ambition to deliver developments and are prominent in the restaurant’s design,
lifestyle experiences throughout the contributing to the signature Art Deco style
Kingdom. They have recently broken and creating visual interest. Every piece
ground on their first fully integrated of custom furniture has been selected for
residential community - ALDANAH its comfort and functionality and offers
in Dhahran in the Eastern Province guests a distinctive experience that reflects
of Dhahran. quality and care.

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