La Encantada

Infobox shopping mall
shopping_mall_name = La Encantada


location = Campbell Avenue and Skyline Drive, Tucson, AZ
hours = Mon-Sat 10:00 AM–9:00 PM
Sunday 11:00 AM–6:00 PM
opening_date = 2004
developer = Westcor
management = Westcor
owner = Macerich
number_of_stores = 50+
number_of_anchors = 0
floor_area = 258,000 ft²
parking = Outdoor & Garage
floors = 1

La Encantada is an upscale, outdoor shopping center in Tucson, Arizona. It is owned by Westcor, a subsidiary of Macerich. It opened in 2004 as the only luxury shopping center in the Tucson region.

History

La Encantada began in planning stages in early 1998. With the successful Kierland Commons in Scottsdale, Arizona as an example, Westcor hoped to recreate the same success in Tucson. [ [http://www.bizjournals.com/phoenix/stories/2003/09/22/story7.html Westcor builds Tucson's first upscale shopping center - The Business Journal of Phoenix: ] ] However, it drew significant skepticism as the center was not only planned as an anchorless center, but also residents questione Tucson's ability to attract luxury retailers given the city's seasonal-tourist trends. [ [http://www.azstarnet.com/sn/85704/150067 Luxury labels | www.azstarnet.com ] ]

The center was designed with a Spanish, hacienda style and construction began in 2002. By 2003, more than 80% of the center was leased. [ [http://www.bizjournals.com/phoenix/stories/2003/09/22/story7.html Westcor builds Tucson's first upscale shopping center - The Business Journal of Phoenix: ] ]

The mall boasts several stores that are new to Tucson. The first phase opened with AJ's Fine Foods, Ann Taylor, Anthropologie, Apple Store, Coach, Cole Haan, Crate & Barrel, Lucky Brand Jeans, and Pottery Barn.

Phase II established the center as the premiere shopping destination in Tucson, landing a score of first luxury stores for the region. BCBG Max Azria, Brooks Brothers, Brooks Brothers Country Club, Louis Vuitton, Sigrid Olsen, St. John, and Tiffany & Co.

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