The existing design was pared down to showcase the essential classical elements . In keeping with modern design trends , shop front heights were raised and are now seamless glass sheets reflecting a more contemporary aesthetic .
Retail Mall The development consists of two levels of retail and acts as an integral link between a number of buildings within the Sandton City node .
The introduction of a high profile new anchor tenant , Forever 21 , necessitated the addition of a newly constructed court at the end of the bridge over 5th Street . A large floor slab was cut out and the entire façade was opened up . Glazing was extended over two floors , allowing natural light to penetrate and opening the space up to the Square . This addition resulted in the retail component being less ‘ inward facing ’ and now integrating more closely with the pedestrian and
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