The first and largest SM mall in Mindanao spreads its wings with a new multi-level building and the first National University in the region.
The expansion of SM City Davao is now in full swing, strategically reinforcing the mall’s position as the shopping capital of Mindanao.
After over 20 years of serving the city, SM City Davao, the first SM mall in Mindanao, is ramping up development to provide a larger and better malling experience, and much more.
With an additional floor area of more than 100,000 square meters, the seven-level expansion building is designed by renowned architect Royal Pineda, known for high-profile projects such as the New Clark International Airport.
For SM City Davao’s redevelopment, Architect Pineda blended traditional and modern elements, making the project uniquely Davao.
The new building’s top two floors will house the first National University in Mindanao, part of the university’s commitment to bring its national brand and provide ‘education that works’ in Davao City. National University, part of the SM Group of Companies, is recognized for its academic excellence and continues to evolve and expand, making education accessible to today’s youth.
The expansion project also includes two levels dedicated to leisure and shopping, and three levels of indoor parking with approximately 1,000 slots. Cinemas will be upgraded for an enhanced cinematic experience, featuring two new private theaters and two Director’s Club cinemas, complete with in-house butlers, food menus, and plush leather seats.
SM City Davao, which opened in November 2001, was the first SM mall in Mindanao. Since its opening, the mall has attracted numerous retail establishments and industry players, bringing more businesses to the area.
In 2012, SM City Davao opened its Annex building, currently housing various premier retail brands, restaurants, Cyberzone, and BPOs.
The current expansion project will be SM City Davao’s third mid-rise building, introducing new exciting experiences and fresh concepts curated for the fun-loving and thrill-seeking Davaoeño shoppers.
Global yet rooted in the community, SM City Davao continues to evolve from a community mall to a shopping destination that truly embodies the spirit of Davao’s next-generation youth and modern families.
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