Oakridge Park, Canada’s largest
redevelopment endeavour in partnership with QuadReal Property Group
and Westbank Corp., continues to redefine Vancouver’s luxury retail
landscape, unveiling the inaugural jewellery brands that will be
part of this world-class destination.
Tiffany &
Co., the renowned jeweller celebrated for
its enduring designs and unmatched craftsmanship, is set to return
to Oakridge Park.
Bvlgari,
opening its first standalone store in Vancouver, will mark a
significant milestone for the brand.
Esteemed jewellery brands that will be part of
the Oakridge Park retail experience and are highly regarded for
their exquisite collections, as well as set the standard for luxury
include:
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Chaumet: debuting its first standalone store in
North America, the Parisian luxury jeweller will also produce the
medals for the 2024 Paris Olympics.
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Chow Tai Fook: legacy jeweller and globally
recognised icon of Chinese artistry and culture, blending
contemporary cutting-edge designs with traditional techniques to
create jewellery that can be passed down from generation to
generation.
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David Yurman: a celebrated American luxury jewelry
company, known for creating timeless yet contemporary pieces for
men and women, will open its first standalone store in Vancouver,
an exciting step in the brand’s expansion of their retail
footprint. This location will be one of few locations that house
their High Jewelry collections which have been meticulously
designed and crafted.
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Jacob & Company: the luxury watchmaker will
mark its largest store in Western North America and its first
standalone boutique in Canada, signifying the brand's commitment to
the Vancouver market.
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Rolex: Vancouver's premier
luxury watch purveyor, Global Watch Company, proudly announces its
exclusive collaboration with Rolex, culminating in the unveiling of
its most illustrious boutique yet spanning over 6,000 square feet,
marking a significant addition to Vancouver’s luxury retail
landscape.
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TAG Heuer: Founded in 1860, the Swiss brand
is renowned for crafting precision timepieces that seamlessly blend
performance and style, embodying the spirit of avant-garde
innovation in watchmaking. TAG Heuer at Oakridge Park will be
their first standalone store in Vancouver, showcasing their iconic
timepieces in a dedicated retail space for watch enthusiasts in the
city.
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TUDOR: Swiss luxury watch
brand, in collaboration with Global Watch Company, will open the
second boutique in Vancouver.
"Vancouver is cementing its status as a premier
global retail experience with the introduction of these iconic
brands at Oakridge Park," said Chrystal Burns, Executive Vice
President, Canadian Retail at QuadReal Property Group. "Nestled
within one of the world's most desirable cities to live in,
Oakridge Park transcends the vibrant cultural tapestry of
Vancouver, drawing in a diverse range of consumers and contributes
significantly to our economy. It sets a new standard for urban
spaces, seamlessly integrating retail, residential, and
sustainability through innovative design."
These additions follow Oakridge Park's first
announcement of its prestigious lineup, welcoming distinguished
fashion houses including Louis Vuitton, Prada, Brunello Cucinelli,
Moncler, Versace, Max Mara, Maison Margiela, Miu Miu, Christian
Louboutin, and Alexander Wang. Additional retailers will be
unveiled leading up to the opening.
Oakridge Park is set to open in Spring 2025 with
a sophisticated showcase of over 100+ premier brands sprawled
across 650,000 square feet. As the anticipation builds, additional
announcements are slated throughout 2024, spanning a diverse array
of offerings including apparel, beauty, home décor, lifestyle,
wellness, and dining. Notably, Oakridge Park will introduce
Canada's second Time Out Market – a food and cultural market
bringing the best of the city together under one roof – enriching
the Oakridge Park experience with a highly anticipated culinary
destination.
Sassan Pourfar, Founder at Global Watch Company
states: “The inauguration of the second Rolex and TUDOR
boutique by Global Watch Company in Vancouver is poised to
establish the store as one of the most iconic luxury destinations
in the city. The opening represents an exciting prospect for
Vancouver's global recognition and economic vitality. Anticipated
is a surge in tourists drawn to Oakridge Park by the grandeur of
Rolex’s exquisite craftsmanship and unparalleled heritage in luxury
timepieces, alongside the innovative spirit and distinct
design ethos of TUDOR. The opening of these two iconic
boutiques will indeed elevate Vancouver's status as a premier
destination for high-end retail experiences."
Spanning 28 acres, Oakridge Park features
best-in-class retail, living and office space, a community centre,
the city’s second largest library, a nine-acre park, a
one-kilometre running loop, a senior and day centre and more. With
Vancouver expecting over 10 million tourists this year, Oakridge
Park is destined to become a bustling cultural hub for visitors and
tourists alike to live, work and play.
About Oakridge ParkCo-developed
by QuadReal Property Group and Westbank Corp., Oakridge Park serves
as a bespoke and captivating cultural destination for Vancouver and
is designed to seamlessly encompass every aspect of people’s lives
— where living, working, and playing converge harmoniously,
offering a space for inspiration, personal growth, and relaxation.
Spanning over five million square feet and strategically designed
around a sprawling nine-acre park, Oakridge Park creates a
distinctive enclave within the expansive 28-acre footprint. A
monumental redevelopment project, that stands out as one of Metro
Vancouver's largest undertakings and ranking among the most
significant ongoing transformations in North America, is poised to
become an unparalleled addition to the city unlike anything
Vancouver has ever seen.
Comprising residential, retail, office, public
realm, civic, and cultural components, Oakridge Park is a
world-class, master-planned community. Once fully completed, it
will offer a top-tier retail experience totaling 850,000 square
feet with 140+ leading global brands, including flagship and
boutiques stores, accommodations for over 6,000 residents through
3,000+ residences, 700,000 square feet of meticulously designed
office space for over 3,000 creative economy professionals, one of
Vancouver’s largest community centres and busiest libraries, six
dynamic indoor and outdoor live-music venues, and will be home to
the second Time Out Market in Canada. www.oakridgepark.com
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About QuadReal Property Group
QuadReal Property Group is a global real estate
investment, operating and development company headquartered in
Vancouver, British Columbia. Its assets under management are $73.8
billion. From its foundation in Canada as a full-service real
estate operating company, QuadReal has expanded its capabilities to
invest in equity and debt in both the public and private markets.
QuadReal invests directly, via programmatic partnerships and
through operating companies in which it holds an ownership
interest.
QuadReal seeks to deliver strong investment
returns while creating sustainable environments that bring value to
the people and communities it serves. Now and for generations to
come.
QuadReal: Excellence lives here.
www.quadreal.com
About Westbank Corp.
Westbank Corp. is a practice dedicated to the
creation of inspiring environments. Established 30 years ago, we
are a private company that concentrates primarily on large projects
in our core cities of focus: Vancouver, Toronto, Seattle, Tokyo,
and San Jose. As a global leader in net zero development and the
co-owner of one of North America's largest district energy
providers, we are committed to largescale net zero carbon
initiatives. Our body of work includes residential, hotels, retail,
creative workspace, district energy, affordable housing,
exhibitions, and public art, with over $50 billion of projects
completed or under development. As our practice has evolved, we
have woven together an ecosystem of cultural enterprises, including
restaurants, gyms, spas, music venues, private members clubs,
fashion, dance schools and food halls. We bring this ecosystem to
life through collaborations with some of the most talented artists,
architects, designers, and entrepreneurs in the world. We look for
every opportunity to strengthen the bonds that unite us – to bring
people together and help build more inspiring, sustainable
communities. Through these and other endeavours, our evolution
continues as we become a cultural platform for the creative city.
https://westbankcorp.com/
Contact: Oakridgepark@quinn.pr
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