Simon® Announces Upcoming Transformation of Smith Haven Mall
Simon (SPG) has announced a major transformation project for Smith Haven Mall in Lake Grove, N.Y., scheduled to begin in summer 2025 and complete in 2026. The multimillion-dollar redevelopment will introduce several new retailers and amenities, including Zara's first Eastern Long Island location near Center Court.
The project includes the addition of Sur la Table, joining recently opened stores Primark and Mango. A new entertainment venue, Golf Lounge 18, will open in March, featuring a full bar and multiple TVs, while Ford's Garage restaurant will offer American cuisine. The renovation encompasses exterior and interior improvements, including a new outdoor plaza with landscaping and seating areas, updated flooring, modern fixtures, and a revitalized food court.
Simon (SPG) ha annunciato un importante progetto di trasformazione per il Smith Haven Mall a Lake Grove, New York, che dovrebbe iniziare nell'estate del 2025 e completarsi nel 2026. Il progetto di riqualificazione multimilionario introdurrà diversi nuovi rivenditori e servizi, tra cui la prima sede di Zara nell'Eastern Long Island vicino a Center Court.
Il progetto prevede l'aggiunta di Sur la Table, insieme ai negozi recentemente aperti Primark e Mango. Un nuovo locale di intrattenimento, Golf Lounge 18, aprirà a marzo, offrendo un bar completo e numerosi televisori, mentre il ristorante Ford's Garage proporrà cucina americana. La ristrutturazione include miglioramenti sia esterni che interni, tra cui una nuova piazza all'aperto con paesaggistica e aree di sosta, pavimenti aggiornati, arredi moderni e una food court rivitalizzata.
Simon (SPG) ha anunciado un importante proyecto de transformación para el Smith Haven Mall en Lake Grove, Nueva York, que comenzará en el verano de 2025 y se completará en 2026. La remodelación multimillonaria introducirá varios nuevos minoristas y servicios, incluyendo la primera ubicación de Zara en el Este de Long Island cerca de Center Court.
El proyecto incluye la adición de Sur la Table, junto a las tiendas recién inauguradas Primark y Mango. Un nuevo lugar de entretenimiento, Golf Lounge 18, abrirá en marzo, con un bar completo y múltiples pantallas de televisión, mientras que el restaurante Ford's Garage ofrecerá cocina americana. La renovación abarca mejoras exteriores e interiores, incluyendo una nueva plaza al aire libre con paisajismo y áreas de asientos, pisos actualizados, accesorios modernos y un patio de comidas revitalizado.
시몬 (SPG)은 뉴욕 레이크 그로브에 있는 스미스 헤이븐 몰의 대규모 변화를 위한 프로젝트를 발표했으며, 이는 2025년 여름에 시작되어 2026년에 완료될 예정이다. 이번 수백만 달러 규모의 재개발로 동부 롱 아일랜드에 처음으로 오픈하는 자라 매장과 여러 새로운 소매업체와 편의시설이 도입될 예정이다.
프로젝트에는 최근에 오픈한 프리마크와 망고와 함께 Sur la Table도 추가된다. 새로운 엔터테인먼트 장소인 Golf Lounge 18은 3월에 개장하며, 풀 바와 여러 대의 TV를 갖출 것이고, 포드의 가라지 레스토랑에서는 미국 요리를 제공할 것이다. 리노베이션은 외부 및 내부 개선을 포함하며, 조경과 좌석 공간이 있는 새로운 야외 광장, 업데이트된 바닥, 현대적인 비품 및 새롭게 revitalized된 푸드 코트를 포함한다.
Simon (SPG) a annoncé un grand projet de transformation pour le Smith Haven Mall à Lake Grove, New York, dont le démarrage est prévu pour l'été 2025 et l'achèvement en 2026. Cette réhabilitation multimillionnaire introduira plusieurs nouveaux détaillants et services, y compris le premier emplacement de Zara dans l'Eastern Long Island près du Center Court.
Le projet comprend l'ajout de Sur la Table, rejoignant les magasins récemment ouverts Primark et Mango. Un nouveau lieu de divertissement, Golf Lounge 18, ouvrira en mars, avec un bar complet et plusieurs téléviseurs, tandis que le restaurant Ford's Garage proposera une cuisine américaine. La rénovation comprend des améliorations extérieures et intérieures, notamment une nouvelle place extérieure avec aménagement paysager et zones de sièges, des sols rénovés, des équipements modernes et une aire de restauration revitalisée.
Simon (SPG) hat ein großes Transformationsprojekt für das Smith Haven Mall in Lake Grove, New York, angekündigt, das im Sommer 2025 beginnen und 2026 abgeschlossen sein soll. Die multimillionenschwere Neugestaltung wird mehrere neue Einzelhändler und Annehmlichkeiten einführen, darunter die erste Ost-Long-Island-Niederlassung von Zara in der Nähe des Center Court.
Das Projekt beinhaltet die Ergänzung von Sur la Table, die sich den kürzlich eröffneten Geschäften Primark und Mango anschließt. Eine neue Veranstaltungsstätte, Golf Lounge 18, wird im März eröffnen und eine volle Bar sowie mehrere Fernseher anbieten, während das Restaurant Ford's Garage amerikanische Küche anbieten wird. Die Renovierung umfasst sowohl äußere als auch innere Verbesserungen, einschließlich eines neuen Außenplatzes mit Landschaftsgestaltung und Sitzbereichen, aktualisierten Böden, modernen Einrichtungen und einem revitalisierten Food Court.
- Expansion of retail portfolio with premium brands like Zara, Sur la Table
- Addition of entertainment and dining venues (Golf Lounge 18, Ford's Garage)
- Property value enhancement through comprehensive interior and exterior renovations
- Strategic market expansion with Zara's first Eastern Long Island location
- Significant capital expenditure required for multimillion-dollar renovation
- Potential disruption to mall operations during construction period (2025-2026)
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The announced transformation of Smith Haven Mall demonstrates Simon Property Group's proactive approach to evolving retail dynamics. The multimillion-dollar investment showcases three key strategic elements that could positively impact Simon's revenue potential:
1. Premium Tenant Mix Enhancement: Securing Zara as an anchor tenant is particularly significant, as it represents a first-to-market location in Eastern Long Island. This exclusivity factor typically drives higher foot traffic and could command premium lease rates. The addition of experiential retailers like Golf Lounge 18 and Ford's Garage diversifies the revenue streams beyond traditional retail.
2. Asset Value Optimization: The comprehensive renovation including exterior improvements, modernized interiors and the creation of an outdoor plaza aligns with the proven 'town center' concept that has shown resilience against e-commerce competition. These improvements typically lead to:
- Higher occupancy rates
- Increased dwell time, translating to higher consumer spending
- Enhanced property values and potential for higher lease rates
3. Market Positioning Strategy: The tenant mix combines affordable fashion (Primark), premium brands (Zara) and experiential retail (Sur la Table, Golf Lounge 18), creating a balanced ecosystem that appeals to various consumer segments. This diversification helps insulate the property against sector-specific downturns.
The timing of the completion in 2026 positions Simon to capitalize on the projected retail recovery cycle, while the phased approach allows for continued operations and revenue generation during renovations. This investment reflects Simon's larger portfolio strategy of transforming traditional malls into mixed-use destinations, which has historically yielded higher returns compared to traditional mall formats.
The redevelopment will include the iconic fashion brand Zara, the ultimate destination for fashion-forward individuals, which will open its massive new space in 2026 near Center Court. It will be Zara's first location in
Plans also feature a lineup of exciting new and recently opened retailers, restaurants and amenities. This includes Sur la Table, opening in the Fall, which provides professional and at-home cooks alike with the finest cookware, dinnerware, cutlery and more. Sur la Table will join the recently opened Primark, an international affordable clothing retailer, and Mango, a leading international fashion brand, along with more than 130 other popular stores.
For fun seekers and foodies, Golf Lounge 18, opening in March, is a state-of-the-art golf facility featuring a full bar and multiple TVs to watch the big game, while first-to-market Ford's Garage is your go-to neighborhood burger and brew restaurant serving up All-American favorites with a vintage vibe.
The redevelopment project will feature notable improvements to the exterior and interior of the property, starting with a lush, green outdoor plaza that includes extensive new landscaping and seating areas. Once complete, the park-like setting will be perfectly suited for visitors to meet, relax, and enjoy community gatherings. The center is also getting a fresh look – inside and out. The exterior is being repainted and will welcome shoppers with bright signage and refreshed entryways. The mall's interior will feature updated flooring, modern fixtures and other enhancements, including an extensive revitalization of Center Court and a transformation of the food court to feature all new seating for a more comfortable dining experience.
"At Simon, we are committed to making significant investments across our portfolio to ensure that our centers continue to deliver exceptional customer experiences for today's shoppers," said Mark Silvestri, President of Development at Simon.
"Whether you're one of our long-time shoppers or stopping by on your way out East, we eagerly await welcoming everyone to discover what's new at Smith Haven Mall," said Mathew Boals, General Manager of Smith Haven Mall.
About Smith Haven Mall
With more than 130 stores, including L.L. Bean, Apple, H&M, White House Black Market, LoveSac, Aerie, Forever21, The LEGO Store, Sephora, and more, Smith Haven Mall is the destination for all your shopping, dining and family needs in
About Simon
Simon® is a real estate investment trust engaged in the ownership of premier shopping, dining, entertainment and mixed-use destinations and an S&P 100 company (Simon Property Group, NYSE: SPG). Our properties across
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