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ION Orchard – Opening in July 2009

Much awaited, much anticipated… ION aims to be the new “centre-of-gravity” in Orchard Road. Expect no less than the best in luxury retail, artistic inspirations and gastronomic pleasures.

ION will host more than 400 exclusive brands and boutiques. To date, six flagship stores have been confirmed, namely Cartier, Christian Dior, Dolce & Gabbana, Giorgio Armani, Louis Vuitton and Prada. Fine gastronomic outlets and art galleries will populate the shopping centre. ION2 is the sheltered public square for events and gatherings. There is also an observation deck dubbed ION Sky right on the 55th floor. Experience the best in city sights, lifestyle, gastronomy and design.

Website: www.ionorchard.com

Orchard Central – Opening in 2nd half of 2009

Right next to Somerset MRT Station, Orchard Central will also open in the 2nd half of 2009. Orchard Central boasts underground shops, balcony restaurants and Jewel Box storefronts. The external skin is a media membrane, presenting captivating images and sounds to the shopping audience.

Orchard Central will have a cluster concept whereby retail stores are collected together into 8 clusters, depending on their brand segments. For example, the Youth cluster will have young brands like Mambo, Roxy and Puma. This enables shoppers to navigate the mall quickly and conveniently. There will also be super escalators which can zip shoppers from the street level to the various clusters.

Iluma – Opening in April 2009

Iluma is going to set the Bugis arts district alight! Designed by WOHA, one of Singapore’s best architectural practices, Iluma has a beautiful “light” skin which can display dazzling colors, visuals and advertisements.

Built at a cost of $160 million, Iluma is targeted at youths and students in Bugis. More than 60% of the floor space will be dedicated for entertainment. There will be a 9 screen flagship cineplex, theme restaurants and dance clubs. Shop, dine and party, from the day to night, all within Iluma’s radiant illumination.

Tampines 1  – Opening in April 2009

Tampines 1 is set to transform the Tampines heartland with a breath of international lifestyle brands. Renowned fashion brands such as Uniqlo, Topshop, Topman, Springfield and Espirit will be opening right here. This will be Uniqlo’s first shop in Singapore.

Shopping, dining, fitness and wellness… Take a break from shopping and have a coffee at the cafes. Work out in the swimming pool. Tone up at the fitness club. Relax and rejuvenate your body at the spa. Now, one does not have to travel all the way downtown for shopping and wellness needs.

Website: http://tampines1.com.sg/