Colombo’s latest hotspot Liberty Arcade introduces novel concepts

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A well known landmark in the heart of Colpetty has now been transformed into an international style shopping centre on par with some of the best malls in the world. Liberty Arcade, which is an extension to Sri Lanka’s first ever international standard shopping mall Liberty Plaza, promises to be a haven for avid shoppers, while also serving as a trendy hangout spot with many entertainment activities for Colombo’s growing urban population. The arcade introduces many novel concepts to locals, while featuring typical shopping mall requirements. Consisting of three floors, the Liberty Arcade has opened its doors to many international retail and food chains, while providing exclusive shopping space to some of the best known

brands on the home turf. Great mix of brands and products Owners of the Liberty Arcade, Colombo Land and Development PLC have attempted to bring together a great mix of brands and products under one roof, complimented by a variety of entertainment and F&B options for the whole family. The main retail space has been designated into areas such as clothing, footwear, jewellery and accessories for the convenience of shoppers. Some of the local and international brands currently occupying retail space include Pure Gold, Abans, The Parfumerie, Clarks, Stone N’ String, Paris Gallery and Reebok. Among some of the unique vendors are Party Station which caters to all party and event needs, Camera Hub which offer high end brands that are not available elsewhere in Sri Lanka which also caters as the one-stop-shop for all photography needs and a batik shop giving emphasis to local handicrafts. F&B outlets Tired shoppers are spoilt for choice with the many F&B outlets that are currently in operation or are due to be opened soon. The Heladiv Tea Club already has an outlet at the arcade while those who prefer their juice also have a well stocked juice bar on the first floor. A Japanese restaurant with a new concept to the local market will also commence operations by the end of the year, while Sri Lankan restaurant Raja Bojun will occupy the entire roof-top. The first floor is geared to be dedicated to IT and new age technology with an open floor concept. Mobile operators and vendors of mobile phones, computers and other accessories will be found displaying their wares ‘out-in-the-open’ on this floor. This area will also be open for extended hours to attract a younger tech-savvy crowd. Plans in the pipeline Plans in the pipeline also include chocolate and ice-cream kiosks for the kids to enjoy while mothers shop, while the fathers and teenagers can enjoy a free Wi-Fi zone and listening room which offer high quality sound systems where latest music tracks can be listened. Other conveniences include ample parking facilities, ATMs from local and international banks, washrooms, elevators, disabled access, emergency and fire prevention systems in a comfortable and secure environment and a visa and migration office for all visa renewal and passport extension needs are housed on the second floor. Premium advertising space Apart from the interior being subbed a shopper’s paradise, the developers of Liberty Arcade have also gone a step further in creating a video wall on the front and side façades that will showcase some of Colombo’s most premium advertising spaces and light boxes that will be sure to attract both pedestrians and motorists along one of Colombo’s busiest roads. As a leading real estate development company Colombo Land and Development PLC engage in operating leases, development of investment properties, renting developed properties and cultivating teak and mahogany trees. The company was incorporated in 1981 and is based in Colombo, Sri Lanka.