The Indian retail real estate market is expanding at a pace that demand is outrunning supply, even as Western counterparts continue to contract. Whether the
The mall-as-landlord model is obsolete. Three integration models are replacing it — and the operators building them are redefining luxury retail and the luxury destination
As Makkah’s retail landscape evolves under Vision 2030, Al Huda Park, developed by Hamat, offers a clear example of how destination retail is being reimagined
Inaugurated under the patronage of the Deputy Governor of the Makkah Region and graced by the Governor of Jeddah, Souq7 has opened its doors as
What do Macy’s, IKEA, Nordstrom, and Whole Foods have in common? They’re all embracing small-format department stores to adapt to rising real estate costs and
Once the backbone of global luxury retail, the multibrand luxury store is facing a dramatic identity shift. After a decade of decline, the model is
After a brief post-Covid resurgence, department stores are once again facing declining sales—except in one place. Saudi Arabia, with its digitally-savvy, brand-hungry, and experience-driven consumers.
As consumer behavior shifts rapidly, department stores in 2025—once the cornerstones of retail—are rethinking their role. In Saudi Arabia especially, they must adapt to the
Welcome to the age of experiential retail, where consumers are immersing, engaging, and Instagramming every moment. Oh, and lest we forget, shopping.
Integrated retail destinations are changing urban spaces by blending hospitality, entertainment, and smart technology to boost engagement and visitor retention.
Retail is changing. Across the globe, department stores, malls, and retail spaces are transforming into cultural hubs, reflecting the identities of the communities they serve,
Retail is driving urban transformation, prompting planners and retailers to integrate mixed-use developments, sustainable design, and experiential spaces that meet evolving consumer expectations.
A decade-long strategic agreement signals confidence in the future of Saudi retail and urban evolution.
Integrating F&B beyond traditional food courts aims at offering a diverse range of dining options that cater to the evolving preferences of consumers.
How to adapt to the shifts in consumer preferences and integrate these developments into real estate and broader urban planning strategies.