I took a stroll in the afternoon at the awaited Grand Avenue District in Avenues Phase III, it was interesting seeing all those new shops, stores, restaurants and cafe’s open all at once. Many of my friends thought this is Avenues Phase III, but actually there are 4 other districts coming up (Prestige, The Souk, Soku, and The Mall).
I observed that Phase III is quiet different with regards to architectural design (contractor Mabanee did a pretty good job) where the 5 districts are interconnected through the Grand Avenue District (see figure below).
The Grand Avenue looked like a tree-lined boulevard similar to Shanzelize in Paris, the architecture was a mix of three styles; European, Regional, and Contemporary under a curved roof, nice. I also liked how the A/C was totally hidden and how the roof was transparent allowing sun light to penetrate. My concern is that the new parking lot is not yet completed, so finding a parking space can be a major headache during peak hours, also I wish if there are more entrances to The Avenues since the entrance by the 5th Ring Road and the backside entrances from the two-lanes road are congested all the time.
So now I’ll focus on the part you are all waiting for, the shopping experience isn’t it? Well these are the first-time stores in Kuwait that were opened so far;
Garrett Popcorn
COS
Harvey Nichols
West Elm
Williams-Sonoma
Sarar
Pink
Teavana
Jo Malone London
New branches for existing stores; H&M, Shake Shack, Starbucks, MAC, Juicy Couture, pinkberry, Bath & Body Works, Potbelly, Pizza Express, Vilebrequin.
As for the opening soon stores and restaurants, these are the ones that I saw;
Ben’s Cookies
Veranda
vision express
Muji
Tory Burch
Dior
Tanagra
Kevingstone
Uno Chicago Grill
Cafe Blanc
Kaizen
Shahrayar
Life With Cacao
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thank you banana for another great report. I can’t wait to see it fully opened in few months!
MASHKOOOOOOOOOORA MA GA9ARTY EKHTY MOZA
Most welcome
Guys you always have the best coverage keep it up! Two thumbs up (y)(y)
hello there,
I am currently not living in Kuwait because im pursuing my studies abroad. Was just wondering do you happen to know if williams sonoma in Kuwait carries kitchenware like knives, pots, baking essentials or just home furniture? please let us know. thank you
Not sure Salem but I think yes they have, will double check & let you know asap.
Today, I noticed that Red Lobster was opening there and I thought Grand Avenue was amazing and a 100x better than Avenues Phases 1&2
Did you inquire about their rent-a-Segway scheme? Apparently, they will allow shoppers to rent Segways on the hour to ferry them from one end of the Avenues to the other, weekdays and off peak hours on public holidays and weekends and save people from having to visit their chiropractors and orthopods after every visit to the Avenues.
Thanks for bringing this up buddy.
Rent a Segway???…..No way!!! that would be amazing imo. Just don’t rent it to 3agad teens please. lol
Simply awesome
Today even I was present there , and witnessed the openings of a resturant. I just loved the place and the desigining of the Mall, real hats off to the people who have tried to get the chilling London streets in our Kuwait and chilled us too.
I came across this yt video for a very festive opening @Texas Roadhouse restaurant today.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QEqPUqtcqYs
I really like the look which they have given. A traditional mall with good architecture. Does not feel like walking under one roof with so many retails stores.
What is there in the Prestige area ?
The Prestige will be Salhiya-like district for those who seek luxury (Kash5a in Kuwaiti), its built on two-levels with high-end brand stores and boutiques, there will be valet parking and hands-free shopping services.
Thanks for sharing… finally I found a better blogger than 2:48 am….. nice pictures. ..
Most welcome, glad you found the article interesting.
I wonder how the big trees that are shown in the picture inside the mall are groung without roots, I noticed that they arrive with a label on them. Any body knows how the trees remain green and in good shape.
Good question, I’m wondering about the same myself, I’ll ask the Avenues Project team maybe they have answer to that.
Thanks alot.
Back; I think these are not real palm trees.
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How come they look like real. I believe you and thank you for your effort but I will search the internet and update you if there is anything different. Have a good night.
Tazmania you are absolutely correct they are not real. They fooled me. I thought they are real. Thanks again. I had this question in mind long time ago and you gave me the opportunity to ask.
Yes I was walking at the mall thinking they are real, they look so natural but turned out they are fake ones
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I saw the vedio of the mall it looks unique and more than beautiful. I think illumination is important the mall could increase its beauty by illumination. Try using technology e.g. Using solar cells or green energy. Maybe it requires backup power supply. Provide teller machines. Provide services for old people and the handicapped and children. Well done Kuwait and wish you progress.
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Great coverage guys! Whose voice on the video? Love it and very cute accent but with good English.
I just recognize that this location is an avenue not a mall. And there are phases for the project. And what makes it different is that it is covered and has other features. Am I correct?
Absolutely, I’m having another site visit to check on the other districts, stay tuned
Taz, just to share this info with everyone the meaning of Avenue is road or street and the word Avenues maybe it means more than on road or street. By looking at the photo of this beautiful facility it seems that there are more than an avenue that meet in a point. I know the word district means an area and we use it to describe any public area but I don’t know what it means in a shopping area.
Tazmania, my I pad is giving me hard time, whenever I write I found mistakes which emparace me. But you know what my supervisor at work will say when I tell him this. You put garbage, you get garbage. I know this is irrelevant to the subject but since I made mistakes in the previous replys I wanted to bring this issue. By the way I wrote Taz. The computer insist to change to full name untill I put full stop.
hehe do you the auto spell feature turned on? I always turn it off but don’t worry your comments are well understood buddy
like your feedback very informative keep it up (y)
Very supportive, you made me comfortable when you said all my comments are understood.
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hi! do they have hollister,aeropostale and abercrombie at the grand avenues?
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hi
anyone can help me i want to apply job there …………. wats the way
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