In the first operational phase of the newly branded Mercury development in St Julian’s, the public can witness this long-awaited project first-hand for the first time today as it opens its doors to its extensive shopping district, “with over 80 fashion and lifestyle brands housed within contemporary design-led spaces for a fully-immersive retail experience.”
The expansive development designed by Zaha Hadid Architects is anchored by a new central square set within over 4,000 square metres of public space.
“As a vibrant new beating heart for the St Julian’s locale, the piazza will feature a series of artistic installations and monuments, while also providing a platform for performing artists and entertainers – all year-round.”
The shopping area is home to a number of new retail brands or standalone mono-stores, such as Twinset Milano, Calvin Klein and a home-grown brand, Archipals, the brainchild of designer Zack Ritchie who also brings his trademark creativity to Mercury through a series of artistic sculptures installed throughout the area.
“The opening of the shopping district is just the beginning. Over the coming months Mercury will come alive as a new downtown oasis. When ready, it will offer a world of cutting edge-entertainment for all the family, over 17 bars, restaurants and bistros – including several international branded concepts – along with the first lifestyle hotel of its kind in Malta: the luxury ME Malta by Melia,” the brand says.
“The completion of the final phase will signal a new era for Mercury as Malta’s pre-eminent lifestyle destination, built on quality, diversity and aesthetics, once again presenting Paceville as an inclusive destination for all generations, together with residents and travellers alike.”
Renders: Mercury Malta
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