Watch out for these new shopping malls in Singapore! Blending the best in retail brands, gastronomy, interior design and architecture… they are positioned to provide retail therapy, dining experiences and even holistic wellness.

ION Orchard

ION positions itself as the “centre-of-gravity” of Orchard Road. Expect no less than the best and most exclusive in luxury retail, artistic inspirations and gastronomic pleasures.

Website: www.ionorchard.com

Orchard Central

Right next to Somerset MRT Station, Orchard Central opened in the 2nd half of 2009. Orchard Central boasts underground shops, balcony restaurants and Jewel Box storefronts. The external skin is a media membrane, presenting captivating images and sounds to the shopping audience. $9 million worth of artwork were commissioned and integrated within Orchard Central. If you are tired from shopping, you can even flex your limbs by climbing up Asia’s first indoor 5 storey climbing wall!

Website: www.orchardcentral.com.sg

Iluma

Designed by WOHA, one of Singapore’s best architectural practices, Iluma has a beautiful “light” skin which can display dazzling colors, visuals and advertisements.

Built at a cost of $160 million, Iluma is targeted at youths and students in Bugis. More than 60% of the floor space is going to dedicated for entertainment. There will be a 9 screen flagship cineplex, theme restaurants and dance clubs. Check out the open air roof top and restaurant on the top floor. Shop, dine and party, from the day to night, all within Iluma’s radiant illumination.

Website: www.iluma.com.sg

Tampines 1

Tampines 1 has transformed the Tampines heartland with a breath of international lifestyle brands. Renowned fashion brands such as Uniqlo, Topshop, Topman, Springfield and Espirit will be opening right here. Uniqlo’s first shop in Singapore opened right in Tampines 1. Previously, one had to travel downtown to sample these international brands, Tampines 1 has brought them right to the eastern neighbourhoods.

Website: http://tampines1.com.sg/