The Beijing Wanmao Real Estate Development Company retained the strategic alliance of Perkins Eastman + Belluschi Consulting to design a new, seven-level retail destination in the northeast section of Beijing. The 93,000 sm (1M sf) Wanliu Shopping Center will be a dynamic urban destination featuring an unparalleled array of entertainment choices.
The venues will be thoughtfully arranged into distinct neighborhoods to inspire a sense of place in the shopper. The selection of personalized and relatable interiors will unite the distinct areas into several districts. Balconies that line the corridors will be stepped back on one side as each level rises, creating an amphitheater experience that will afford shoppers views of live entertainment in the center court. Cinemas on the fourth level will utilize state-of-the-art technology and stadium-style seating. Their proximity to the themed restaurants will make this theater complex an exciting family destination.
Wanliu will also feature a high-energy entertainment district where leading-edge merchandising combines with high technology, interactive products, performance, and food arts. Estimated completion date 2008.