this chain has just sort of rebranded itself and is a little more upscale than it used to be - the latest collections have been really nice
U.S.-based retail giant opening in Edmonton
EDMONTON — Restoration Hardware will open its first Edmonton store on Nov. 15 at Southgate Centre.
Despite its name, the U.S.-based retail giant is an upscale home furnishings and decor store rather than a traditional hardware centre. Its Canadian locations include Vancouver and Calgary.
The 11,000-square-foot Edmonton store will open in Southgate’s former food court area near The Apple Store.
“It’s a perfect fit in terms of the Southgate Centre brand being quality, premium and sophistication,” said Southgate general manager Paul Fairbridge. “The target customer is in that upper income area for the most part.”
Restoration Hardware will be a destination retailer drawing from across the city and beyond, he said.
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