T1 Tallinn

Six years old and what a flight!   Today marks the sixth birthday of T1 Tallinn. 🎈 💖 Since the opening in 2018, the center has gone through eventful and challenging times. When the new owner took the helm on the first day of 2022, many thought that we are facing a mission impossible. ⛰   ⭐ Almost three years and of €20 million capex later, we are delighted to see T1 making significant progress. The center has become an increasingly attractive destination for shopping, dining, leisure, entertainment, and last but not least – for sports and hobbies.   ⭐ The turnaround has been already a success, and we have no intention to rest on freshly obtained laurels, such as being the most distinctive (shopping) center in Tallinn for the second year in a row.   ⭐ Nothing happens without a team, which is not limited to the small and efficient office of T1’s operator company. Everyone working in the premises of T1, all cooperation partners contributing to everyday operations of the center deserve a huge Thank You! That’s what we said at T1’s 6th birthday party and the official opening of the T1 Venue, a spectacular newcomer in Tallinn’s event market, where the festivities were held.   As we see from thrilling air acrobatics by Steffi Pähn and Ingmar Jõela, performed at the 6th birthday, everything is possible.   #T1Tallinn #T1turnaround #futuremall #teamT1Tallinn #T1vibes   🎥 Liisa Kirss-Kerde

The end of the year may bring relief for the Estonian retail trade, which has seen many challenges in recent times. 🛒 For T1 Tallinn, already October was a very busy month with the highest number of visitors in more than five years. 📈   According to the preliminary data of Statistics Estonia, the retail trade volume continued to decrease in September, falling by 4% on an annual basis. We see that buyers are looking for discounted offers, and thanks to them, retail sales could recover closer to the end of the year.   ✔ Today, consumers are pickier and making less emotional purchases. Therefore, they come to outlet stores, to obtain a very high-quality product, at a more reasonable price.  ✔ The purchase of winter goods only begins to pick up when it gets colder in November and the first snow arrives – after the warm and long autumn in Estonia. ✔ Winter season will drive consumption across many categories, plus Black Friday promotions and Christmas sales are on the horizon. In the last months of the year, stores usually record the highest turnover of the year.   💪 The decisions and turnaround steps made in the T1 center in the last couple of years are paying off, as the outlets are functioning well and gaining new momentum. Stores that attract with good offers and at the same time high-quality goods are undoubtedly a growing market, and this in every economic cycle.   📺 Estonian ETV covered the retail trade developments on October 31, with a comment by Tarmo Hõbe, CEO of T1 https://lnkd.in/dUWm7fyh   #T1Tallinn #T1turnaround #futuremall #Tallinn #shoppingcenters #T1outlets

T1 Tallinn remains the most distinctive (shopping) center in Tallinn, according to a recent study by Kantar Emor. 👏 📈 In two years, spontaneous awareness of T1 has soared from 21% to 36%. T1 is the sixth most popular shopping center in Tallinn, and chasing the top five from a close distance. The study highlights that in the last couple of years it has been interesting to observe the progress of T1, which has gradually changed its concept, and in three years, T1's reputation has grown. “According to residents, T1 is the most distinctive shopping center in Tallinn”, said Anu Varblane, Research Expert at Kantar Emor. In the comments about T1, the respondents highlighted that: 🍲 🛒 there are new shops and eateries in the center 👉 📐 the access to T1 and the center’s design have improved 💃 🤺 there are more activities here than before - for example, one can engage in sports and hobbies. Visitors also expect that T1 will provide even more content and activities, so we keep working hard towards this goal! According to the survey, Ülemiste Center tops the ranking, followed by Citycon's Rocca al Mare and Kristiine centers, Tallinna Kaubamaja of TKM Grupp, Viru Keskus and T1. The survey was conducted online and by phone in August and September, and 1,253 residents of Tallinn and Harjumaa aged 15-74 responded to it. Many thanks to all partners who have supported us on our journey so far. 🤝 The turnaround continues!   📷 by Tõnu Tunnel #T1Tallinn #T1turnaround #futuremall #Tallinn #shoppingcenters

The gates of T1 Venue are open! ✨ Tallinn’s newest event hub successfully completed its maiden voyage when the annual Trade Congress, organized by Kaubandus.ee and Estonian Retailers' Association, was held at T1 Venue on October 9. Movers and shakers of the Estonian trade sector and top experts from many fields gathered in the brand-new T1 Venue for useful insights and interactions. For smooth cooperation in organizing the event, many thanks to Maarit Eerme, Hando Sinisalu, Nele Peil and several other contributors! 📷 Raul Mee captured the event’s mood. We would like to highlight the dedication and professionalism of KOKO architects and Tallinna Ehitustrust in the construction and design of the T1 Venue. The total area of T1 Venue amounts to 2,200 square meters. The event hub can be converted into three different spaces, according to the needs of conferences, galas, and other events. The capacity of the venue is 1,300 people in standing format and up to 800 people in theatre style. For any queries for your events please contact Veroonika Veri, T1 Venue manager. #T1Tallinn #T1turnaround #futuremall #T1Venue #eventhubTallinn #networking #retail #trade

Let’s get to know our legal queen, Liisa Kirss-Kerde. ⚖️ Liisa has been a part of T1 Tallinn from its very beginning, even before it was built. With 14 years of experience at Pro Kapital Grupp AS, she brought a wealth of knowledge about the legal complexities of a listed company to her role at T1. Today, Liisa serves as our invaluable lawyer, handling contracts, legal analyses, personnel matters, debts, and dispute resolution. 📊 📄 When asked what makes her eyes sparkle ✨, Liisa's answer is simple: the people. She finds immense joy in working with the committed and innovative T1 team, who are dedicated to ensuring our visitors have a great time and our tenants thrive. Some of Liisa’s most memorable moments at T1 involve celebrating successes with her colleagues and seeing the happiness of our tenants. These moments are filled with sparkling eyes ✨ and a sense of accomplishment that motivates her every day. Liisa believes T1 is a beautiful, spacious, bright, and modern center where fantastic tenants and a dedicated team create a unique and inspiring environment. She sees T1 as a secret role model for other centers. 🏢 Liisa shares an important life lesson: sometimes, you have to work really hard 💪, but it’s worth it. She also values mottos about balancing work and private life and enjoying the journey. 🚀 To maintain her balance, Liisa engages in health sports 🏃♀️, spends time in nature 🌳, and reads daily. Whereas for Liisa being in nature often means fishing, as evidenced by the accompanying picture with the catch. Liisa loves travel books and leisure literature, often reading the best parts aloud at home, and her trips are inspired by her reading. Recently, she enjoyed modern ballet at the Budapest Opera Theatre 🎭. 📚 Liisa recommends: "Papillon" by Henri Charrière "Aku-Aku: the Secret of Easter Island" by Thor Heyerdahl Books by Gerald Durrell, especially "My Family and Other Animals" Dining at T1, where there's something for every taste! 🍽️

🎉 The premiere and festive moments: the first HeseKebab in Estonia is now open in T1 Tallinn. 🎈 Today Hesburger entered the Estonian market with a new restaurant concept Döner HeseKebab® & Gyros. 🥙 HeseKebab fits very well into the fast-changing and dynamic T1, offering our visitors Turkish and Greek taste experiences, supplemented with Nordic nuances. The brand-new kebab restaurant employs 10 people and can accommodate 20 customers. 👨👩👧👦 Hesburger restaurant, open in T1 since the spring 2024, got off to a very good start, and customers are pleased that the selection of eateries in the center is increasing. 📷 by Kai Kuusik-Greenbaum and Hesburger. #T1turnaround #T1Tallinn #futuremall #TasteOfTallinn #Hesburger #TallinnDining

👉 NEWSFLASH: World tour with sweet sensations. We are welcoming Experienso that offers global flavors to everyone with sweet tooth 🍬. Now open on the first floor of T1, the store's product range includes sweets, snacks and drinks from USA, Japan, Australia and elsewhere. In total, Experienso operates six stores in Estonia: in Tallinn, Tartu, Võru, Pärnu and Viimsi.

💡 NEWSFLASH: Getting ready for the 2028 Olympics. Yolo Squash, the largest and most modern squash club in the Baltics, is now officially open in T1 Tallinn. The club, with the area of 750 square meters, offers unique playing opportunities on seven courts, including the only glass-walled court in the Baltics, which allows spectators to enjoy the game on a completely new level.   In the introductory address, Urmas Sõõrumaa, the President of the Estonian Olympic Committee, expressed his joy that squash belongs to the program of the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. "Now the athletes have a unique opportunity to represent Estonia at the international level”, he said. 🏆   According to Tarmo Hõbe, CEO of T1, the new modern squash club will delight the fans of the discipline and bring them to T1. “We are very pleased to partner with Yolo Squash, which perfectly complements the choice of sports clubs on the third floor of T1. The number of clubs and various activities exceeds fifteen today and will expand even more in the coming months”. 📷 by Sandra Süsi.   #t1 #t1tallinn #t1turnaround #futuremall #sports #squash #yolosquash #yologrouplife

💡 NEWSFLASH: A major construction is currently in progress on the ground floor of T1, on the site of the future Lidl Eesti store. 🛒 Preparation works have been already completed, and the construction area is now enclosed with a large, designed panel. The new Lidl store will be the first in Estonia, which will be located inside a shopping center. The shopping space will cover 1,400 square meters, with the total rental area reaching 2,100 square meters. We are very much looking forward to this new arrival in T1! ⌚ 📷 Added views of the future Lidl store (photos by T1), a designed panel around the construction area (visual by Lidl) and a visual of the facade with new logos (design by KOKO architects).

Brick and mortar news, literally, and at an advanced level. 🚧 Despite of young age of T1 Tallinn, the ongoing turnaround keeps the center a busy construction site. Either in common areas or rental spaces, in many parts of the building we see changes every month. 🤝 It can happen only with a professional partner, such as Tallinna Ehitustrust. Working with T1 since 2022, the company has been instrumental in refreshing the look and functions of the center.  👉 Last but not the least: Tallinna Ehitustrust has found their corporate home in T1. Their modern and bright office speaks for itself, as an example of modern office planning and meticulous construction. 🏗 #ehitustrust #t1 #t1turnaround #t1tallinn #futuremall #innovation Photos of common areas by Tõnu Tunnel, of office spaces by Tallinna Ehitustrust.