Westfield has revealed the first tenants for its World Trade Center retail development in New York.
A second New York presence for Italian food concept, Eataly, has been named as Westfield World Trade Center’s culinary anchor.
Westfield World Trade Center will span 350,000sqft of GLA, located in and around the Oculus, designed by architect Santiago Calatrava. It includes a multi-level store presence in 3 World Trade Center and 4 World Trade Center.
Westfield World Trade Center is scheduled to open in the fall of 2015.
In addition to Eataly, a preview of food, beverage and dining options includes Épicerie Boulud, Lore Wine & Spirits, La Colombe, Beer Table, Noble Tree Coffee, FIKA, Nunu Chocolates, Joe Coffee and
Minamoto Kitchoan, along with Jones the Grocer, the Australian gourmet grocer making its US debut at Westfield World Trade Center.
Retailers confirmed for the centre are Camper, Cole Haan, Vince Camuto, Aldo, Dune London, Swatch, Thomas Sabo, Folli Follie, Pandora, Tissot, Fossil, Edward Beiner, Designer Eyes, Breitling, Longines, Links of London, Montblanc, John Barrett, Caudalie, Kiehl’s, Aesop, and L’Occitane, Hugo Boss, John Varvatos, Michael Kors, Stuart Weitzman and Turnbull & Asser, LK Bennett, Zadig et Voltaire, Reiss, and Banana Republic.
“Our vision for Westfield World Trade Center is driven by our passionate commitment to culture, commerce and community,” said Greg Miles, Westfield’s US COO.
“From the core areas of fashion, dining, beauty, entertainment, and technology, our mix is well suited to the dynamic and diverse audiences we will serve including local and nearby residents, professionals and travellers from around the US and the world,” said Miles.
“Our dining collection is simply extraordinary, and will be a unique draw that will cement Westfield World Trade Center’s place in the social fabric of New York City and as a destination for visitors from near and far.
“Our blend of casual and upscale culinary options will offer a full gourmet experience.”
“In addition to exceptional retail and dining, Westfield World Trade Center will offer visitors access to a wide range of events, arts and other cultural initiatives as well as best in class services and amenities supported by a state of the art technology platform that will transform the shopping experience.”
Nicola Farinetti, CEO of Eataly, said the brand is particularly thrilled with being at World Trade Center.
“We weren’t really planning on opening a second New York store, however, when Westfield showed us the space we weren’t able to say no.”
