THE EMERGING RETAIL HOTSPOTS

Why suburban malls are becoming key retail hotspots and transforming local lifestyles

- Sneha Ostawal, Principal Designer at Source Architecture

As smaller cities expand, new townships and gated communities are emerging on the outskirts, much like urban setups. This creates an opportunity for malls to evolve into lifestyle hubs and retail hotspots for these growing suburban populations. People in Tier 2 cities aspire to lead lifestyles similar to those in metros, and malls cater to that by offering multiplexes, food courts, and entertainment spaces, along with essential shopping like hypermarkets and daily-use stores.

Comfort and luxury in suburban malls