sterling job in the design and development of this centre . This is an asset for the people and we are delighted that we can be part of this and are certain that it will act as a catalyst for more investment in the area ” says Petersen .
“ Through a steering committee , the community played a vital role in assisting us make this investment a reality ”, states Lionel Kisten from Landmark . “ We also received excellent support from the municipality .”
The Developer Developer of Tower Mall , Landmark Real Estate Services , identified the potential of this community and purchased the land some five years ago .
“ VH + S Architects designed a financially feasible mall that creates a stand-out attractive , modern , vibrant shopping environment ,” says Lionel Kisten , Executive Director of Landmark . “ Tower Mall will be the first modern shopping centre in this area and will definitely be the impetus to further commercial development and local economic growth .”
Landmark is a BEE property development company that specialises in developing shopping centres across South Africa in previously disadvantages areas , rural areas and small towns . Among its many successes are Makhado Crossing in Louis Trichardt , Bara Mall in Soweto , Naledi Mall in Vosloorus , Shoprite Centre in Thokoza and Metropolitan Centre in Ennerdale .
The name Tower Mall was inspired by the water towers alongside the shopping centre . This isn ’ t the only way the development is inclusive of its local context . “ Keeping it local is at the heart of this development . We have a local contractor from Klerksdorp , Ludick Construction , employing local people and small businesses directly from this catchment area also had substantial inputs into the construction process ,” says Kisten .
This maximises the amount spent in the community . It makes sense . We want the people who are going to use this resource to feel a sense pride in what they ’ ve accomplished .”
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