CityCenter Unveils First Retailers and Dining Establishments for The Crystals Retail and Entertainment District
18 Julho 2008 - 10:00AM
PR Newswire (US)
World's Most Celebrated Brands, Enveloped in a Spectacular Setting,
Will Redefine Traditional Shopping Experience LAS VEGAS, July 18
/PRNewswire/ -- CityCenter revealed today the first of the luxury
retailers and dining establishments that will have coveted
locations inside The Crystals, its spectacular 500,000-square-foot
retail, entertainment and dining district. When it opens in late
2009, The Crystals will combine dramatic architecture and design
with exclusive offerings from the world's most elite brands to
become a premier international shopping destination. Renowned
retailers Louis Vuitton, TIFFANY & CO. and Ermenegildo Zegna
will be among the exceptional brands presented under The Crystal's
multi-faceted canopy of unprecedented brilliance. Visitors to The
Crystals also will enjoy two dynamic new dining concepts from
internationally renowned master chef Wolfgang Puck as well as the
energy and excitement of Innovative Dining Group's gourmet
Robatayaki and sushi bar Katana. "At The Crystals, we've joined two
preeminent architects -- Studio Daniel Libeskind(1) and David
Rockwell -- to create an international gathering place that
combines art, design and experience," said Bobby Baldwin, president
and CEO of CityCenter. "Our incredible array of luxury retailers
and dining destinations, coupled with a spectacular design, will
make The Crystals a must-see shopping destination." About The
Crystals Retailers: -- Louis Vuitton, the world's leading luxury
brand, will introduce their 16th global store in North America at
The Crystals and will offer all product categories including men's
and women's ready-to-wear, leather goods, shoes, watches, jewelry,
sunglasses, textiles, ties and accessories. The two-level store
will be located in the center of the development and will be one of
the largest Louis Vuitton locations in North America. -- de
Grisogono, premier jeweler and watch maker, will launch its first
West Coast and second U.S. boutique within The Crystals. A favorite
among Hollywood celebrities, the brand's ability to predict and
cultivate trends keeps it ahead of the curve with the production of
fresh and innovative creations that re-write the codes of watch and
jewelry design. Now celebrating 15 years of success, de Grisogono
currently operates 15 boutiques worldwide. -- Ermenegildo Zegna,
the world leader in luxury men's clothing known for its nearly
century-long commitment to quality, will showcase its extensive
collection of suiting, sportswear, small leather goods and
accessories in an approximately 10,000-square-foot boutique at The
Crystals. -- H. Stern is a renowned international jeweler famous
for original and innovative designs in gold, diamonds and precious
gemstones. Featuring jewels of modern sensibility and timeless
elegance, the brand is regularly featured in international fashion
and lifestyle magazines and often chosen by top celebrities for red
carpet appearances. The Crystals location will represent H. Stern's
first West Coast store and will be only its third in the U.S. --
Marni is famous for its refined collections of clothing for men and
women. The brand's eclectic style, use of innovative materials and
exceptional quality make it a standout in today's fashion
landscape. Always distinctive, Marni's collection features women's,
men's and children's ready- to-wear lines in addition to shoes,
bags, small leather goods and eyewear. Delivering approximately
2,500 square feet of retail space, Marni's Las Vegas store will
mark its fifth in the United States. -- Mikimoto, the originator of
cultured pearls since 1893, has forged a proud legacy of unique
design and is internationally revered for its dedication to beauty
and quality. Offering the world's finest selection of Akoya and
South Sea cultured pearl jewelry, Mikimoto continues to
revolutionize the classic image of pearls by designing modern
jewelry to satisfy today's fashionable customer. -- Roberto Coin
will open its second U.S. boutique at The Crystals. The boutique
will occupy 1,200 square feet and will house an unparalleled
collection of the renowned Italian jewelry designer's distinctive
creations ranging from classic to contemporary, elegantly casual to
radiantly chic. Roberto Coin's passion for creative beauty has
gained him a reputation as one of the world's finest jewelry
designers. -- Rolex Presented by Hyde Park -- The leading name in
luxury wristwatches, Rolex has been the pre-eminent symbol of
performance and prestige for over a century. Hyde Park Jewelers
will showcase a stunning and comprehensive selection of Rolex
wristwatches in a spectacular new boutique at The Crystals. --
TIFFANY & CO. will boast an approximately 10,000-square-foot,
two-level store that faces Las Vegas Boulevard. The store will be
arrayed with exclusive TIFFANY & CO. collections including the
jeweler's celebrated diamond engagement rings and jewels of
ultimate glamour; fine and sterling silver jewelry; the signature
designs of Elsa Peretti, Paloma Picasso, Jean Schlumberger and
Frank Gehry; watches; gifts and accessories. -- Tourbillon will
open its second U.S.-based boutique at The Crystals. Only in a
Tourbillon boutique can guests peruse prestigious brands such as
Breguet, Blancpain, Glashutte Original, Jaquet Droz, Leon Hatot and
Omega under one roof. In homage to the parent company's namesake:
Swatch Group, a selection of exclusive watches and jewelry from the
Swatch brand also will be featured. Dining at The Crystals: --
Internationally renowned master chef Wolfgang Puck, credited with
sparking the fine dining revolution in Las Vegas, will open two
innovative new restaurant concepts within The Crystals. The first
will be a contemporary interpretation of a traditional French
brasserie with tastes of the Mediterranean region, a new concept
for Puck. The second, known as the Wolfgang Puck "Pods," will be
centrally located on the iconic Crystals staircase providing
dramatic views throughout serving high-quality, light American and
Mediterranean fare. A stunning bar will offer the perfect vantage
point to watch the bustling activity below and to view the special
design effects and magnificent architecture. -- Innovative Dining
Group (IDG) brings a spectacular new version of Katana, its
successful sushi and Robatayaki concept and Sunset Strip favorite,
to CityCenter, joining IDG's existing Epicurean Award-winning Las
Vegas restaurants Sushi Roku and BOA Steakhouse. Katana combines
award-winning interior design with the artistry and diversity of
its Japanese cuisine in a vibrant atmosphere frequented by a
combination of guests ranging from foodies to celebrities from
film, television, and music. The 10,000 square foot impeccably
designed space will feature glamorous and opulent details, Katana's
signature Robatayaki and sushi bars, as well as a stunning lounge
area and large private dining rooms. The menu at Katana showcases
the best of Japanese cuisine, including premium sushi, sashimi,
tempura, and the restaurant's unique specialty, Robatayaki, or
market-fresh ingredients grilled on bamboo skewers over
Japanese-imported Bincho Tan charcoal. A certified sake sommelier
will guide guests through the extensive 40-label selection, and a
host of cocktail and Japanese beer options are also available to
complement the cuisine. "These extraordinary brands will be joined
by many others in the months to come," said Baldwin. "The final
details of this project are coming together as we progress toward
our opening at the end of next year." About CityCenter CityCenter
is an unprecedented urban metropolis that will open in late 2009 on
67 acres between Bellagio and Monte Carlo resorts on the Las Vegas
Strip. A joint venture between MGM MIRAGE (NYSE:MGM) and Dubai
World, CityCenter is valued at more than $9 billion and will
feature ARIA, a 61- story, 4,000-room gaming resort; three luxury
non-gaming hotels including Las Vegas' first Mandarin Oriental, The
Harmon Hotel, Spa & Residences and Vdara Condo Hotel; Veer
Towers, the development's only strictly residential buildings;
approximately 2,600 condominium residences; and The Crystals, a
500,000-square-foot retail and entertainment district. CityCenter
also will feature a $40 million public fine art program with works
by acclaimed artists including Maya Lin, Jenny Holzer, Nancy
Rubins, Claes Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen, among others.
CityCenter is a design collaboration between MGM MIRAGE and eight
internationally acclaimed architectural firms including Pelli
Clarke Pelli, Kohn Pederson Fox, Helmut Jahn, RV Architecture LLC
led by Rafael Vinoly, Foster + Partners(1), Studio Daniel
Libeskind(1), Rockwell Group and Gensler. Charting a new course for
responsible growth in Las Vegas, MGM MIRAGE is pursuing the U.S.
Green Building Council's Leadership in Energy and Environmental
Design (LEED(R)) certification at CityCenter. As planned, the
18-million-square foot, multi-use project will become one of the
world's largest environmentally sustainable urban communities. For
more information about CityCenter, please visit
http://www.citycenter.com/. For more information about MGM MIRAGE,
please visit the company's Web site at http://www.mgmmirage.com/.
(1) As a consultant to AAI Architects, Inc. DATASOURCE: CityCenter
CONTACT: Natalie Mounier of Kirvin Doak Communications,
+1-702-737-3100, , for CityCenter Web site:
http://www.citycenter.com/
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