Development permit obtained for Ferra & CO Retail and Entertainment Park in Durres, Albania

We are pleased to announce that the Chapman Taylor designed Ferra & CO Retail and Entertainment Park project in Durres, Albania, has now obtained its development permit from the local authorities and we are now completing work stage two.

Situated in the vibrant city of Durres, located on the beautiful Adriatic coast of Albania just 33km west of the capital city, Tirana, the project site spans an expansive area of 220,000 square metres. The proposed Gross Leasable Area (GLA) for the retail, cinema, and food court components is 40,000 square metres.

Durres, experiencing rapid urban growth, has become the second most populous city in Albania, boasting a population of approximately 210,000 people. Positioned at the north-east border of the city, the site offers excellent visibility from both Durres and Tirana.

Albania is renowned for its breathtaking mountains, stunning seafronts, rich history, and vibrant traditional culture. The Albanian people embrace a Mediterranean lifestyle, spending a significant amount of time outdoors.

In line with the unique characteristics of the region, the Ferra & CO Retail and Entertainment Park is designed to be a haven for families and friends, providing a wide range of activities and landscaped zones for an immersive day outdoors. The project aims to create a vibrant destination that brings people together, fostering a sense of community and providing an unforgettable experience for visitors.

Chapman Taylor, with its extensive expertise in retail and entertainment design, is committed to delivering a project that harmoniously blends with the natural surroundings and reflects the cultural heritage of Albania. The design will focus on creating an inviting and dynamic environment, where retail, leisure, and sports seamlessly integrate, offering an exceptional destination for residents and tourists alike.

We are thrilled to be part of this exciting endeavour and look forward to collaborating with Ferra & CO to bring their vision to life. Together, we will create a remarkable retail and entertainment park that celebrates the spirit of Durres and offers an unparalleled experience for all.

Situated in the vibrant city of Durres, located on the beautiful Adriatic coast of Albania just 33km west of the capital city, Tirana, the project site spans an expansive area of 220,000 square metres. The proposed Gross Leasable Area (GLA) for the retail, cinema, and food court components is 40,000 square metres.

Durres, experiencing rapid urban growth, has become the second most populous city in Albania, boasting a population of approximately 210,000 people. Positioned at the northeast border of the city, the site offers excellent visibility from both Durres and Tirana.

Albania is renowned for its breathtaking mountains, stunning seafront, rich history, and vibrant traditional culture. The Albanian people embrace a Mediterranean lifestyle and spend a significant amount of time outdoors.

In line with the region's unique characteristics, the Ferra & CO Retail and Entertainment Park is designed to be a haven for families and friends, providing a wide range of activities and landscaped zones for an immersive day outdoors. The project aims to create a vibrant destination that brings people together, fostering a sense of community and providing an unforgettable experience for visitors.

Chapman Taylor, with its extensive expertise in retail and entertainment design, is committed to delivering a project that harmoniously blends with the natural surroundings and reflects Albania's cultural heritage. The design will focus on creating an inviting and dynamic environment where retail, leisure, and sports seamlessly integrate, offering an exceptional destination for residents and tourists alike.

We are thrilled to be part of this exciting endeavour and to collaborate with Ferra & CO to bring their vision to life. Together, we will create a remarkable retail and entertainment park that celebrates the spirit of Durres and offers an unparalleled experience for all.

Chapman Taylor Brussels and Neveux & Rouyer from Versailles (Landscape Team) Ferra site visit October 2024

Mariia Grachova (MS Arch)

Associate Director, 布鲁塞尔

Mariia has worked on major retail, transportation and mixed-use schemes in Europe, Africa and South Asia, including the Brussels Airport Connector building, Evry2 shopping centre and the adjacent Place des Terrasses urban regeneration development near Paris, Douala Airport in Cameroon and Dolmen shopping centre in Lahore, Pakistan.

Mariia joined Chapman Taylor in July 2012 and became an Associate Director in 2020. Committed and rigorous, Mariia has displayed great leadership skills and is technically proficient, as well as being able to speak several languages.

Areas of expertise:

Retail / Transportation / Mixed-Use / Delivery

Andrew Mackay (Architect B.Arch. (Hons) B.PD)

Director, 布鲁塞尔

Andrew joined Chapman Taylor’s Düsseldorf studio in 2007 and became an Associate Director in 2011. He leads the concept design team and has been responsible for some of the studio’s key projects in recent years, particularly in the mixed-use, masterplanning and retail sectors.

Prior to working at Chapman Taylor, Andrew has worked for practices in Australia, where he received his architectural degree, New Zealand, the UK, the Netherlands and Germany.

His wide-ranging design experience gained from working on different building types in different cultures and environments serves to strengthen Chapman Taylor’s Düsseldorf studio. 

Areas of expertise:

Design / Mixed-use / Masterplanning / Retail / Office

Andrew ist seit 2007 bei Chapman Taylor tätig, seit 2018 ist er Prokurist im Düsseldorfer Büro. Als Leiter des Entwurfsteams hat er in den vergangenen Jahren eine Vielzahl wegweisender Projekte realisiert und betreut aktuell eine große Bandbreite unterschiedlichster Bauvorhaben.

Vor seiner Tätigkeit bei Chapman Taylor arbeitete Andrew für Unternehmen in Australien - wo er seinen Abschluss in Architektur machte-, in Neuseeland, Großbritannien, den Niederlanden und Deutschland.

Seine weitreichenden Erfahrungen in allen Stufen der Gestaltung und Umsetzung verschiedener Gebäudetypen in verschiedenen Kulturen und Umgebungen stärken und bereichern das Düsseldorfer Büro.

Schwerpunkte:

Entwurf/ Mixed-Use/ Masterplanung/ Einzelhandel/ Büro

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