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Ski-Centric Shopping Centres

This Chinese Shopping Mall Offers a Gigantic Indoor Ski Slope

— January 27, 2024 — Art & Design
Huafa Snow World is a spectacular new Chinese shopping mall that isn't simply designed to help you get your shopping juices flowing, but also happens to be connected to an indoor ski facility so that you can hit the slopes.

This Chinese shopping mall, which is set to be situated in the northwest part of Shenzhen city in southeast China, features a ski slope that is safely ensconced in an area that measures in at 83 meters high and 441 meters long. As well, the complex will feature the typical amenities that one comes to expect from a shopping mall in the form of retail spaces, an array of dining options and entertainment areas.

Set to be completed by 2025, the Huafa Snow World facility is a fine example of how retail and shopping can be blended in with active experiences in order to encourage a broader demographic to visit and contribute to the vibrancy and economic activity of the area.

Image Credit: 10 Design
Trend Themes
1. Indoor Ski Slopes - The rise of indoor ski slopes in shopping malls presents an opportunity for retailers to attract a wider demographic of active consumers.
2. Mixed-use Retail Spaces - The integration of retail, dining, and entertainment in shopping malls offers an opportunity to create vibrant and engaging destinations.
3. Activity-based Shopping Experiences - Blending shopping with active experiences provides an opportunity for shopping malls to attract more visitors and increase economic activity.
Industry Implications
1. Retail - The integration of indoor ski slopes in shopping malls creates opportunities for retailers to diversify their offerings and attract a broader customer base.
2. Hospitality - The inclusion of dining and entertainment options in shopping malls with ski facilities offers opportunities for the hospitality industry to cater to an active and diverse customer segment.
3. Construction - The development of ski-centric shopping centers requires expertise in construction to build the necessary infrastructure for indoor ski slopes and retail spaces.
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