Sydney’s Chatswood Chase has reopened following a $625M redevelopment, with over 60 international and Australian retailer brands part of the project.
The transformation, spanning 18 months, has seen the reopening of the centre’s ground floor and second level, including the first Australian store for Armani Exchange. The centre is anchored by tenants including Apple, David Jones, Mecca, Country Road, RM Williams and Sephora.
“It combines retail, dining and entertainment in a way that brings more people into the heart of the city and in doing so, it supports the small businesses, local jobs and the city life that makes our community thrive,” said Willoughby City mayor Tanya Taylor at the centre’s opening.
“After the challenges of recent years, it’s so heartening to see renewed investment, new opportunities for local businesses and new reasons for people to visit and spend time in Chatswood.”
Phase three of the redevelopment, which will include the completion of its first level, is expected to be completed next April. The level will feature luxury houses, including LVMH brands, to further strengthen Chatswood Chase’s position in the premium retail market.
“Vicinity’s investment in the re-imagination of Chatswood Chase reflects our commitment to creating meaningful retail destinations that are uniquely curated for people who love to shop, dine and be entertained at our shopping centres,” said Vicinity Centres CEO and MD Peter Huddle.
The redevelopment includes new interiors inspired by Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, designed by Hegi Design Studio and the opening will feature a program of live music, interactive workshops and collaborations with artists such as global creative Tina Bobbe to mark the reopening.
