Summarecon Kelapa Gading Presents GAFOY, the Latest Iconic Culinary and Lifestyle Destination

Kapanlagi.com - Summarecon Mall Kelapa Gading, as one of the trendsetter shopping centers in the northern region of Jakarta, introduces its latest facility, GAFOY. Officially inaugurated on Thursday, March 14, 2024, this facility is open to the public through an opening ceremony conducted by Mr. Soetjipto Nagaria, President Commissioner of Summarecon, Mr. Adrianto P. Adhi, President Director of Summarecon, Mrs. Liliawati Rahardjo, Managing Director of Summarecon, Mr. Soegianto Nagaria, Director of Summarecon, and Mr. Herman Nagaria, Director of Summarecon, along with the board of directors and commissioners of Summarecon who witnessed the series of events.

Referring to the Food and Beverage Provider Data issued by the Central Bureau of Statistics (BPS) in 2022, it stated that the number of medium to large scale food and beverage providers in 2022 recorded a growth of 20.76% compared to 2021, with a total of 10,900 businesses. More than 50% of these businesses are located in mall/shopping areas, with the highest number in the DKI Jakarta Province on the island of Java.

"We hope that the presence of GAFOY can contribute to the development of the F&B business in DKI Jakarta. In addition to providing recurring income for Summarecon, GAFOY as a new facility is expected to further strengthen the image of Summarecon Kelapa Gading as a complete, up-to-date, and modern area," said Adrianto P. Adhi, President Director of Summarecon.

1. Your Gateway for All Things Extraordinary

Summarecon Mall Kelapa Gading presents GAFOY (Photo Credit: Personal Documentation)

GAFOY is inspired by the spirit and energy of the latest lifestyle trends in culinary and entertainment for modern urbanites of all ages. Bringing a variety of favorite restaurants and cafes, GAFOY will become an iconic destination and a fresh inspiration, in line with its tagline 'Your Gateway for All Things Extraordinary'.

"We proudly welcome the latest facility that will become the newest destination in Summarecon Kelapa Gading. GAFOY sets a new standard in developing diverse facilities that we will continue to adjust to current trends while not forgetting the wisdom of the well-known past legacy. The presence of GAFOY, alongside Summarecon Mall Kelapa Gading, which has been present since 1990, will be a delightful and harmonious cross-generational experience," said Soegianto Nagaria, Director of Summarecon.

2. Geometric Architectural Concept

Summarecon Mall Kelapa Gading presents GAFOY (Photo Credit: Personal Documentation)

GAFOY has a geometric architectural concept with exposed materials, as well as the advantage of a low density building concept, which is a building designed with a composition of spacious and wide open spaces, as well as a large distance. The combination of architecture with symmetrical lines, wide open spaces for pedestrians, and retail spaces with a ceiling height of up to 8 meters, will make GAFOY the latest iconic destination in Kelapa Gading.

Occupying an area of ​​11,000 m2 with a rental area of ​​8,500 m2, GAFOY will be filled with 22 tenants consisting of various restaurants and cafes inspired by the current lifestyle. This selection is tailored to complement various current trends ranging from a healthy lifestyle, coffee shop lovers to after office hours that will accompany visitors from morning until late at night.

"Along with the opening, some tenants that will be opened today are Osteria Gia, The RR Chocolate, Fujin, Mamitoko, Orasa, Chanba, Shin, Yaoyao, Cold Moo, The Coffee Academics, and Roti Kebanggan. Meanwhile, those that will be opened in the near future include Daun Muda Soulfood, Lan Kwai Fong, Samwon, and many other interesting tenants," concluded Willy Effendy, Director of Operation Summarecon Malls Group.

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