Malls

Studio X designs market-leading shopping malls across China and the wider APAC region, creating destinations that inspire loyalty and repeat visits. We see malls not simply as functional corridors but as vibrant, customer-centric environments that give people reasons to stay longer, explore more, and return time after time.

Our design approach blends architectural form and planning efficiency with placemaking and experiential value. By placing the customer at the centre of every decision, we deliver malls that perform commercially while establishing themselves as true lifestyle destinations. This means that circulation, anchor positioning, and tenant mix strategies are always developed hand-in-hand with spaces for culture, leisure, and community engagement.

We believe successful malls are those that evolve beyond transactional retail into platforms for lifestyle and identity. Our projects often integrate art, performance, dining, and wellness components to ensure that they resonate with shifting consumer expectations. From large-scale atriums to intimate breakout spaces, every design gesture is aimed at creating opportunities for connection, discovery, and extended dwell time.

Our approach to mall design focuses on creating destinations that attract and sustain footfall. By combining functional planning with cultural programming, we ensure malls operate as more than shopping centres — they become civic anchors. The design framework supports tenant diversity, operational efficiency, and the integration of digital touchpoints such as smart directories and omnichannel customer engagement.

The outcome is environments that are commercially resilient while remaining adaptable to future retail trends. Whether developing new-build mega malls or repositioning existing centres, Studio X creates spaces that balance performance with aspiration, enabling our clients to thrive in competitive markets.