Tshakhuma Corner Brings Essential Retail To Limpopo’s Vhembe District

Located along the R524, on the outskirts of Thohoyando, the site is adjacent to one of the largest rural fruit and vegetable markets in the province and allows for a number of community-focused opportunities that both MPD and Exemplar, the asset owner and manager arm of the group, have become synonymous with.

Tshakhuma Corner was designed by MDS Architecture and will be an enclosed single-level development with ample parking. The mall design takes water and electricity challenges into account – both solar and wastewater management initiatives were included from the initial planning stages of the project.

“The mall has been designed with two prominent entrances which are softened by climbing greenery, explains Louis Pretorius, partner at MDS Architecture. “These feature cladding and prominent signage punctuated by pops of bright colour in order to create a border around each entrance.” The mall has been contoured to minimise the natural fall of the site.

The interior of Tshakhuma Corner includes contemporary finishes, a neutral colour palette and wide passages, which bring a sense of spaciousness indoors. The ceiling features contemporary linear lighting, while the mall is awash with natural light from unglazed clerestory windows.

“The food court is such an integral part of any retail development. We create these spaces with the distinct purpose of connecting with our customers”, explains MD of McCormick Property Development, Jason McCormick.

“Tshakhuma Corner’s food court spills out of the centre via covered walkways and a dedicated children’s playpark, ensuring a retail experience that the whole family can enjoy. We will also be showcasing promising local artists in prominently located spots throughout the building in order to both support and connect with the community.”

Tshakhuma Corner promises a new standard of retail to the communities who will shop there, including Shoprite, Capitec Bank, Standard Bank, seven of the Foschini Group’s stores, five stores from Pepkor Holdings and four stores from the Mr Price Group. The shopping centre is the 72^nd retail development by McCormick Property Development – a significant milestone. Work is expected to commence shortly on Vuwani Mall and Bungeni Mall in the area, which are also McCormick Property Development projects.

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