Saturday, February 18, 2012

Shopping Paradise

                                                     CityONE Megamall
The largest commercial development in Sarawak with gross development value (GDV) of RM300 million, CityONE Mega mall offers a variety of products catering to every whim and fancy. Boasts over 1.5 million square feet of gross space evenly spread across a four-storey building. It house 400 retail outlets with Metrojaya, GSC and Celebrity Fitness as powerful anchor tenants.

CityONE is set to transform the landscape with its prime location, accessibility at the intersection between Jalan Song and Jalan Tun Jugah.

CityONE Mega mall is divided into three retail zones namely ‘Zone ABCD’, ‘Inner Mall’ and ‘Mall 2'.

Zone ABCD as well as the ‘Inner Mall’ and ‘Mall 2' will be covered as one whole unit and will be air conditioned and linked-up with specially designed bridges

Taking inspirations from the Beijing Olympic stadium, the exterior of the mall would portray a bird nest theme facade, which cost RM15 million. Sarawak is famous for its bird nest products

The steel line of the nest alone cost RM6.1 million, and if combined into one whole stretch, it would reach up to five kilometers long.

Kenbest would own 60 per cent of the mall, while the remaining sold off to the tenants.

The company retain a major stake of the project so as to directly participate in the growth and sustainability of the development and be able to monitor the progress of this mega project that is slated to have a profound impact on Kuching spurring on further development.

The layout of the mall has being meticulously planned to allow as much visual access and traffic accessibility. Certain ground floor units will have double frontage similar to modern malls like KL’s Pavilion and MidValley so that patrons can quickly access the unit directly from the street.

CityONE is due to open by the second half of 2012. “We will be opening to the public by then. With a net retail space of 650,000 square feet, we hope to be able to provide something for everyone in Sarawak.”

This is going to be an additional 68,000 sq meter (750,000 sq ft) to the existing total NLA of Kuching shopping Centers.

City1 building will has 3-4 storey retail floor, it has more than 400 strata-titled shop lots for sells.
Suitable retailer for the anchor tenant unit is still under negotiation and the major tenants allocation will be announce as soon as possible after the decision is make.

-37,000 sq ft supermarket (lower ground floor)
-130,000 sq ft departmental store (ground floor, 1st floor, 2nd floor)
-10 screen cineplex, including 3D Hall! (3rd floor)

-A skybridge connecting two mall buildings.

 
How to get there?                
10~20 minutes -  using rental car or taxi from city centre, depend on the traffic condition.

CityONE Megamall
No.1, Jalan Song, 93350 Kuching, Malaysia
Should you have any inquiry please contact +6082 532 888
     

                                             PLAZA MERDEKA  

Located in the heart of Kuching city, steps from the magnificent & bustling waterfront; Nearby is Chinatown with its quaint streets, numerous temples, the renowned Sarawak Museum, the old State Mosque with its five golden domes, pre WW1 shops and streets brimming with history and other noteworthy heritage buildings too numerous to mention.

This development together with the other developments in the general vicinity will provide the impetus to transform this Historic District into a premier tourist and retail area rivaling the best in Asia where amidst this picturesque setting one can find anything from trinkets to designer apparels, food and entertainment outlets and all manner of quaint shops in between.

Complementing the mall is a boutique business & tourist hotel. The hotel, situated above the mall will have a panoramic view of the river, The Astana, the new state of the art DUN building & Fort Margherita on one side and the Padang Merdeka and Sarawak Museum on the other. It will be housed over eight levels and will feature designer interiors with state of the art connectivity for the discerning business and tourist traveler. It will be an integrated component of the complex and will complement the area to enhance its potential as a destination in the heart of the City.

How to get there? 
5~10 minutes - 
 recommended going on foot.

Plaza Merdeka Management Sdn. Bhd.
(Fully owned subsidiary of Plaza Merdeka Holdings Sdn. Bhd)
No. 21 (1st Floor), Pannovel Commercial Centre,
Jalan Simpang Tiga,
93300 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia.

Tel: +6082-235 278
Fax: +6082-234 278
Email: inquiries@plazamerdeka.com
Website: www.plazamerdeka.com


tHe SPRING
                     
Like a spring out of a hidden groundswell, contemporary shoppers in Kuching have their hearts beating to a new pulse after the opening of Sarawak’s premier lifestyle shopping centre in January 2008.

Vibrant, dynamic and energizing; The Spring Shopping Centre is blazing the path to new and higher standards of retail never before experienced in East Malaysia. There are over 150 retail outlets, a supermarket, Food Bazaar, alfresco restaurants and cafes, and an eight-screen Cineplex.

Add to that the fact that over 50% of retailers are opening shop in Sarawak for the very first time, and there has never been a more exciting time to tantalize your senses!

From fashion, groceries, electronics, books, dining and everything else in between; it’s no wonder that Sarawakians are feverish for The Spring!

How to get there? 
15 minutes - using rental car or taxi from city centre, depend on the traffic condition.
45 minutes - going on foot.


The Spring Management Office

3rd Floor,
Letter Box No.1, The Spring
Jalan Simpang Tiga
93300 Kuching
Sarawak, Malaysia

Tel: +6082 238 111
Fax: +6082 238 162 



Boulevard Shopping Mall


Boulevard Shopping Mall has somethings for everyone from shopping, dining and entertainment to nature. It is conceptualised around a truly 1 - Stop lifestyle mall in providing Kuchingites and shoppers alike a venue to meet, socialise, shop, entertain be it among friends, business accquaintances or families. It offers customers a staggering array of retais outlets, services and family entertainment offers by 41 tenants and the anchor tenant; Boulevard Hypermarket & Departmental Store.



How to get there?

30 minutes - using rental car or taxi from city centre, depend on the traffic condition.

**Going on foot, very not recommended because it's too far and will take too much time.



Boulevard Shopping Mall

3rd Floor, Boulevard Shopping Mall, 

Jalan Datuk Tawi Sli

93250 Kuching, Kuching

Sarawak, Malaysia


Tel : +6082 467999
Fax : +6082 467998





Riverside Shopping Complex


Riverside Shopping Complex (RSC) is located at Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, annexed to its sister property, Riverside Majestic Hotel in Kuching’s central business district. The complex includes a 24-lane bowling alley and cineplex.



Another major hotel and sister property is the Grand Margherita Hotel which is just across the road from Riverside Majestic. Other important establishments located in the area are major banks, shopping malls, service apartments and offices.The famous award winning esplanade, Kuching Waterfront, along the Sarawak River is also situated within walking distance (2 minutes) from this prime area. 



An interesting destination is the TopSpot Foodcourt which is located on the top floor of Taman Kereta car park (5 minutes walk across the road). This foodcourt is famous for its delicious seafood. 


How to get there?
5 minutes - using rental car or taxi from city centre, depend on the traffic condition.
2 ~ 5 minutes - going on foot, is better.

Operation Office :
Upper Ground Floor
Tel/Fax: +6082-233351

Management Office : 
SARA URUSHARTA SDN BHD
Unit R207 , Level 2
Sarawak Plaza,
Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman
93100 Kuching Sarawak
Malaysia.
Tel: (6082) 412150
Fax: (6082) 255964 



Sarawak Plaza

Sarawak Plaza is located at Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, adjacent to its sister property Grand Margherita Hotel, formerly known as Holiday Inn Kuching, the city's first international class hotel in Kuching’s central business district. Part of this complex is the Menara SEDC, corporate headquarters of Sarawak Economic Development Corporation. Another major hotel and sister property is the Riverside Majestic Hotel which is just across the road from Grand Margherita. Other important establishments located in the area are major banks, shopping malls, services apartments and offices.

The famous award winning esplanade, Kuching Waterfront, along the Sarawak River is also situated within walking distance (approximately 3 minutes) from this prime area. An interesting destination is the TopSpot Foodcourt which is located on the top floor of Taman Kereta car park (approximately 5 minutes walk across the road). This foodcourt is famous for its delicious seafood. 

The famous award winning esplanade, Kuching Waterfront, along the Sarawak River is also situated within walking distance (approximately 3 minutes) from this prime area. An interesting destination is the TopSpot Foodcourt which is located on the top floor of Taman Kereta car park (approximately 5 minutes walk across the road). This foodcourt is famous for its delicious seafood.

How to get there?
5 minutes - using rental car or taxi from city centre, depend on the traffic condition.
2 ~ 5 minutes - going on foot, is better.

Operation & Management Office :
SARA URUSHARTA SDN BHD
Unit R207 , Level 2
Sarawak Plaza,
Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman
93100 Kuching Sarawak
Malaysia.
Tel: (6082) 412150
Fax: (6082) 255964 




India Street Pedestrian Mall 

India Street is like no other. A Place where many of our forefathers first made their homes, where the historical buildings have been lovingly conserved, where century old beliefs are still practiced.

The charm of India Street has not changed over the years. Small businesses still occupy their original premises and shops still spill over into the five-foot ways. In fact for most people in India Street, this area is seen as a vital link to their heritage.

The variety of goods on offer at India Street is simply enormous. It is an excellent place to buy textiles, native handicrafts, jewellery and many more. Enter the Mall, you will discover an array of silks and textiles, ready-made fashion wear, shinning brassware, jewellery and accessories for traditional garments and ready-made fashion wear.

India Street is also a haven for traditional Indian / muslim cuisine. The aroma of spices is bound to whet the appetite of hungry shoppers as they stroll through the street. A wide range of cuisine such as 'roti chanai', 'tea-tarik', 'nasi biryani' (a rich rice dish served with chicken or mutton) are available for selection. In addition, the traditional 'kopi tiam' run in the traditional Chinese manner can also be found at the nearby Kai Joo Lane. It is a truly exotic and traditional way to end a hearty meal at the Mall.

With endless quality shopping and culture treasure, with its multi-cultural society, India Street is where the world comes together for pure enjoyment and shopping paradise.

How to get there?
5 minutes - using rental car or taxi from city centre, depend on the traffic condition.
10 minutes - going on foot.


19, India Street,
Kuching, Sarawak

Tel: +6082-422333
Fax: +6082-244188