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The building is restrained and not disruptive to
surrounding building structures. The inside of the
mall boasts a multi-use area which consists of a
large volume food court, cinema and theatre.
The mall itself adheres rigidly to retail principles
in terms of flow and layout with a contemporary
and modern architectural response. The main
façade is designed to announce itself to the passing
traffic. Large features that could be interpreted as
inspired by Whale tails denote entrances without
being too literal.
Whale Coast Mall
Because of the location a cinema complex was
not possible. The architects designed a 179 seat
cinema that can also double as a theatre with a
stage and dressing facilities for actors/performers.
Due to the conflicting requirements they had to
carefully design a complex with the necessary
flexibility so as to not compromise either function.
There is a second cinema area also known as
the ‘Beanbag Theatre’ which has 30 extra-large
beanbags for younger moviegoers and mostly
screens child appropriate movies.
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