First Look: 1000 Trees Mall Is Opening Tomorrow
Shanghai’s Tian’an 1000 Trees is finally about to open!
Video Tour of Tian’an 1000 Trees
We visited before the official opening to bring this exclusive introduction and guide.
Thousands of trees in the sky will light up simultaneously tomorrow at this wonderful place.
New Landmark in Shanghai
Tian’an 1000 Trees spans 100,000㎡.
It will officially open on December 22, 2021.
The project is set to become a new landmark on the world stage.
This giant mountain-shaped building was created by designer Thomas Heatherwick.
Hundreds of terraces and concrete columns and more than 20,000 plants can be seen along the side of the Suzhou River.
The fusion of green plants and reinforced concrete blurs the boundaries between buildings, gardens, and landscapes.
The side close to Moganshan Road is as steep as a cliff. There is a big contrast between the front and back of the building.
Unveil the Secret
The interior design of Tian’an 1000 Trees has not been publicly released before.
When you enter, it’s hard not to be overwhelmed by the stunning sight.
Hundreds of concrete pillars hang vertically from the air.
The sunlight shines through the patio, illuminating the entire building.
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The wall is wrapped using 304 stainless steel plates.
Although the mall has an intricate design, stores on each floor are clearly placed, and shoppers need not worry about getting lost.
Highlights of Tian’an 1000 Trees
The Tian’an 1000 Trees has a lot of places to check out within and outside the mall.
We have compiled six highlights that you shouldn’t miss.
Old Bell Tower
The mall faces one side of the Suzhou River and has a chic art tower.
The tower has been renovated into a sightseeing elevator.
Visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of Suzhou River and the surrounding scenery in the tower.
By the way, the elevator buttons were also designed by Thomas Heatherwick, the mall’s architect.
Sunrise and Sunset Hall
A transparent hall located at the main entrance of Moganshan Road is called the Sunrise Space.
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The steel bracket with an orange and yellow gradient and the transparent glass curtain wall complement each other.
Also located inside the mall is a sunset space that echoes the sunrise space.
Graffiti Wall
The south front of Tian'an 1000 Trees facing Moganshan Road is a giant graffiti wall.
It showcases exclusive works carefully drawn by 16 artists around the world.
Hundreds of Open Terraces
You can experience the beautiful scenery of the Suzhou River on the open terrace.
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The mall has hundreds of open terraces. Some terraces on the 1st – 6th floors are open to the public.
Sakura Waterfront Walkway
Enjoy unique landscape views of Suzhou River here.
There are cherry blossom trail, boat pier, waterside platform, flower beds, and more.
Art Wells by Three Elevators
Behind the transparent elevators are works of art specially created by three contemporary artists.
Take in beautiful art pieces in the short elevator trip.
Popular Artists and Sculptures
The solo exhibition of the American contemporary artist Daniel Arsham titled CONTEMPORARY RENAISSANCE will launch on the mall’s opening day.
Fourteen museum-grade sculptures will be part of the exhibition.
The trendy brand KAWS will also display two kinds of Companion and one kind of Little Lie here.
The artworks of other artists such as Tracey Emin, Yulong Huang, Wenling Chen, and more will also be unveiled on the opening day. The total value of the artworks on display is set to exceed RMB 100 million.
Shopping Paradise
The mall will feature 160+ brands, encompassing fashion, food, lifestyle, culture, and art.
DRIVEPRO
DRIVEPRO and 1000 Trees jointly created the first Asian flagship store, PAD11, which is expected to open in August 2022.
They will also launch a joint series of works with artist Huang Yulong on opening day.
MUJI MARKET
MUJI in Japan
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MUJI MARKET in Tian’an 1000 Trees is China’s first MUJI fresh supermarket.
MUJI in Japan
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The space will also include a 450㎡ MUJI canteen, which is expected to serve a brand new menu.
KNOWIN
KNOWIN will also open a store in 1000 Trees and stock its shoe shelves with limited-edition pieces.
SINGO LAND
SINGO LAND is the first KTV brand under TAXX.
Unlike traditional KTV, it provides a private and exclusive experience for customers.
OIAM
Vintage store OIAM is also opening its store in Tian’an 1000 Trees, and shoppers can get their hands on all kinds of high-end luxury items here.
Chow Tai Fook
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Chow Tai Fook's "Chuan" themed shop breaks the mold of traditional design and displays exquisite accessories on conveyor belts.
WEKÜKÜ
WEKÜKÜ’s first flagship store is a living space that shares cutting-edge art and design experience.
TYAKASHA
The Chinese trendy designer brand TYAKASHA will also open its store in Tian’an 1000 Trees.
Chuu
Chuu is a popular fashion brand from South Korea.
Many fashion bloggers are fans of this brand.
LADYFAFA
LADYFAFA's first offline store allows shoppers to experience an art space.
AUM
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AUM presents a new look in its first offline store and mainly features high-end women's clothing brands under the Marisfrolg Group.
AZUL italiano
AZUL, a restaurant that has been popular in Shanghai for nearly 20 years, is opening a new store in Tian’an 1000 Trees.
The interior design has a romantic Italian theme.
The restaurant serves an Italian menu and provides fresh farm-to-table delights.
NOW AREA
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Now Area is the first bar under TAXX that integrates trend, social, live music, and lifestyle elements.
Enjoy special cocktails and snacks here.
FLORAL ART
FLORAL ART is a flower themed western restaurant.
The chef imbues his artistic flair into green and organic ingredients.
An Nan 66
The Vietnamese restaurant, An Nan 66, is opening its first store in China in Tian’an 1000 Trees, serving classic Vietnamese seafood hot pot with fresh seafood caught each day.
King’s Table
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Ever wondered what royalties in Korean period drama eat? Visit the King’s Table to enjoy a feast prepared for the nobility.
Bee by NARISAWA
One of the World’s TOP50 restaurants, Japan's two-Michelin starred NARISAWA, is expected to open Bee by NARISAWA in the middle of 2022.
Chaimen Toudan Soup
Chaimen Toudan Soup will open its first store in East China in Tian’an 1000 Trees, serving delicious Sichuan food.
HAO JIU HAO CAI
HAO JIU HAO CAI is a restaurant for authentic Hong Kong style chicken pot.
Following the opening of the first FOUND 158 store, the brand is opening its next store at Tian’an 1000 Trees.
%ARABICA
The new store of %ARABICA at Tian’an 1000 Trees is bringing a new look and style to customers.
Furthermore, there will be a series of great brands to look forward to, such as LF HOUSE’s first store in China, LE CHAUD by TAXX, China’s largest McDonald’s, Umeplay, MIZUNO, and more.
Enjoy the Difference
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As part of the opening of Tian’an 1000 Trees, there will be ten major events, including a lighting ceremony, a light show, Chair Club’s live performance, Acapella performance by Émouvant, and a bicycle show on the riverside trail.
The lighting ceremony is worth checking out. On December 22, by the Suzhou River, 1000 trees will be lit up simultaneously.
Among the ten opening events, the art exhibition will be held for about 3-6 months, and the rest will only be open for 1-4 days, so do mark your calendars and certainly visit!
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