Ross Posted September 2, 2023 Share Posted September 2, 2023 1 hour ago, editor said: Short term, I don't see any change coming. Neiman Marcus and Saks have different customers. But I could Hudson Bay eventually eliminating one brand simply because Hudson Bay is a terrible company that in recent years has ruined Saks in so many ways. (One example: many Saks stores don't even have HR people in them anymore. If an employee needs something, they have to make an appointment to have a video chat with someone in Toronto.) Following the old "keeping employees happy is overrated" mantra that has brought many companies to their knees. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gene Posted September 6, 2023 Share Posted September 6, 2023 On 9/2/2023 at 12:26 PM, hindesky said: Architect - https://www.foxdesigngroup.net/home thank goodness...that constant moisture has ruined all the ceilings/panels around that rink...always looked so horrible. so this is needed! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caribomoa Posted October 4, 2023 Share Posted October 4, 2023 Yet another luxury store joining the Galleria with AMIRI 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gene Posted April 2 Share Posted April 2 (edited) SKIMS coming to Houston (for those that care ;) ) https://www.lmtonline.com/culture/article/skims-houston-store-19381350.php Permits filed with the state of Texas show plans for a nearly 7,000-square-foot Skims retail store on the Galleria's first floor, near Marc Jacobs, Tag Heuer and Alo Yoga. According to the Houston Chronicle, which first reported the development, the permits list New York-based Kenneth Park Architects as the design firm for the project. Edited April 2 by gene 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amlaham Posted April 17 Share Posted April 17 Galleria is getting a Mango! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gene Posted April 17 Share Posted April 17 (edited) Can they please do something with the unsightly former Kona Grill restaurant space?! that abandoned outdoor patio is in a sad state and makes the outside look horrible... i always said it would be the perfect place for a Common Bond or similar so access in the mall but also easy walk up access for those looking for a coffee or quick snack, salad or sandwich while on heavy foot traffic Westheimer... (and yes i know there is Starbucks down the street etc...) but this really would be a cool dine in and walk up location in my opinion! Edited April 17 by gene 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amlaham Posted April 17 Share Posted April 17 48 minutes ago, gene said: Can they please do something with the unsightly former Kona Grill restaurant space?! that abandoned outdoor patio is in a sad state and makes the outside look horrible... i always said it would be the perfect place for a Common Bond or similar so access in the mall but also easy walk up access for those looking for a coffee or quick snack, salad or sandwich while on heavy foot traffic Westheimer... (and yes i know there is Starbucks down the street etc...) but this really would be a cool dine in and walk up location in my opinion! I've always wondered why stores with westheimer frontage didn't take better advantage of it. Kona Grill would be a GREAT location for a cafe/ coffee shop, Forever 21 could do more with the exterior design of their store instead of just slapping on "Forever 21" on the building, the Oceanaire could have added a deck the same way Kona grill has one. A lot of missed opportunity honestly. The Galleria really needs to be revamped IMO, not the inside but the connection from the outside/inside (if that makes sense). Anytime I drive by the area, I see a lot of walkers either coming from their hotels, residences, or just going to a neighboring restaurant. The mall itself, feels extremely suburban in a sense that almost all entries are extremely far from the street (except 2 points I know), and you have to go through a sea of parking with angry/impatient drivers mad that they can't find parking. There's a lot of empty spaces in/around the mall, they should find a way to connect the mall with the surrounding area/community to make it easier to get into the mall. Also I know someone will try to be a smart ass and mention that parking will still be needed, etc, the mall can legit expand their garage/ build a new garage, there's no need for a mall that size/density to still have surface parking. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houston19514 Posted April 17 Share Posted April 17 Yeah, I really wish they would redo the Westheimer frontage to connect with the neighborhood. My guess is this is intentional on their part; short-sighted in my view, but I'm guessing they view themselves the big dog/destination and they don't want to make it convenient for "their" customers to venture out into the neighborhood. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tigereye Posted May 17 Share Posted May 17 Simon announces renovation. To be complete by Summer 2025 https://www.houstonchronicle.com/business/real-estate/article/galleria-mall-simon-property-renovation-texas-19461995.php?utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=socialflow&utm_source=facebook.com&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0BMQABHQwYg-3JQDFur1B57Kxd8BzAMXPN-BFG2TpRaOFcQCkPA1JQ_k_zA22Kqg_aem_ARdJV3BKHp01P8aUEJYmQnMHfoyA8LATqv16OrPJRsVdFRJ5jmkvjPCov2_DrnSAzQ52Y5BtsEUagaCXemqY2SFE 2 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amlaham Posted May 18 Share Posted May 18 19 hours ago, tigereye said: Simon announces renovation. To be complete by Summer 2025 https://www.houstonchronicle.com/business/real-estate/article/galleria-mall-simon-property-renovation-texas-19461995.php?utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=socialflow&utm_source=facebook.com&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0BMQABHQwYg-3JQDFur1B57Kxd8BzAMXPN-BFG2TpRaOFcQCkPA1JQ_k_zA22Kqg_aem_ARdJV3BKHp01P8aUEJYmQnMHfoyA8LATqv16OrPJRsVdFRJ5jmkvjPCov2_DrnSAzQ52Y5BtsEUagaCXemqY2SFE Renovations include: Elevating the valet entrance aesthetics on the north and east side of the Galleria Installing 155,000 square feet of new flooring (essentially to provide consistency throughout the mall, right now the high gloss porcelain is only in the luxury sections of the mall, new flooring would be from the Nordstrom section to the Forever 21 section) Renovating multiple entryways with new doors and lighting Ceiling enhancements Updated landscaping New/updated railings 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caribomoa Posted May 20 Share Posted May 20 In addition to the above, Gucci will move to a 2 story space 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houston19514 Posted May 20 Share Posted May 20 In addition to the above (per the Chronicle): Louis Vuitton is expanding and renovating its store; Prada is moving to a larger space this year; and Fendi is expected to begin a major expansion soon. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caribomoa Posted May 20 Share Posted May 20 2 hours ago, Houston19514 said: In addition to the above (per the Chronicle): Louis Vuitton is expanding and renovating its store; Prada is moving to a larger space this year; and Fendi is expected to begin a major expansion soon. Yes but besides maybe Fendi, the others were old news. LV already began its renovation and Prada has been constructing its store for 4+ few months now. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caribomoa Posted May 21 Share Posted May 21 (edited) I honestly would’ve fathered Gucci put a second store in ROD (or third counting the woodlands) than expand the Galleria store. But hey I’ll take it Edited May 21 by Caribomoa 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gene Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 while they are at it can they powerwash Dillards, then build a sky bridge across to the galleria... 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
august948 Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 2 hours ago, gene said: while they are at it can they powerwash Dillards, then build a sky bridge across to the galleria... Now that Zone D'erotica is gone, they don't need the run-down sleeze look anymore? 😛 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gene Posted June 17 Share Posted June 17 just FYI, the Sugar Factory Express looks to open anytime now...they have moved the temporary wall front back to show the front patio that will face the ice rink....and they already have tables and chairs out. My guess in July if not sooner... https://www.simon.com/mall/the-galleria/stores/sugar-factory-express--coming-soon and here is an idea of what they menu will be like from their Bloomington, MS location: https://sugarfactoryexpress.com/pdf/expressMenu.pdf 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amlaham Posted July 2 Share Posted July 2 A "Family Experience" kids store is opening up at the Galleria. You can host parties for your kids, they have all sorts of interesting activities for kids. Really interesting concept, this will for sure be a hit for kids. Hope they have an entrance from outside the mall. https://camp.com 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gene Posted July 3 Share Posted July 3 (edited) Sugar Factory Express opened Monday! (July 1st!) https://www.sugarfactory.com/houston-tx complete with a 150.00 24k gold burger This 24k gold covered Signature Sugar Factory Monster Burger is dripping in 24K gold leaf. Served with freshly dusted golden French fries and a 24K Golden Milkshake. The 24K Rich Chocolate Golden Milkshake is topped with Ferrero Rocher® golden truffles and a gold draped chocolate donut with whipped cream. A gold dusted milk chocolate macaroon and gold dusted vanilla ice cream bar with golden Ferrero Rocher® truffles. Served in a decadent dark chocolate mug dripping in 24k edible gold! Edited July 3 by gene 1 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amlaham Posted July 17 Share Posted July 17 Thats a lot of money for a tiny store 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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