Xi'an Taikoo Li first phase tops out; full structure due by early 2027
On September 21, Swire Properties announced the structural topping-out of the first phase of Xi'an Taikoo Li, its largest mainland China project. Located in the Xiaoyan Pagoda World Cultural Heritage area, the 10-billion-yuan development has a total floor area of about 269,000 square meters. The entire project is expected to top out by early 2027, with phased openings later that year. It will feature nearly 500 retail brands, a 'The House Collective' hotel, and serviced apartments.
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Xi'an Taikoo Li Phase One Tops Out; 10 Billion Yuan Project Advances
On September 21, the first phase of Xi'an Taikoo Li completed its structural topping-out, marking a key milestone for the 10-billion-yuan commercial project. Developed by Swire Properties in partnership with Xi'an Chenghuan Cultural Investment Development Co., Ltd., it is the fourth and largest Taikoo Li in mainland China, located in the Xiaoyan Pagoda World Cultural Heritage area. The project integrates heritage protection, urban renewal, and high-end retail, with 48 buildings, 269,000 square meters of floor area, 2,700 parking spaces, and plans for nearly 500 retail brands plus a Swire 'The House Collective' hotel and serviced apartments. Full structural topping-out is scheduled for early 2027, with phased openings thereafter. The article compares Xi'an Taikoo Li with existing projects in Beijing, Chengdu, and Shanghai, highlighting its unique integration with Tang Dynasty heritage. It also contextualizes the project within Xi'an's broader commercial expansion, including SKP, IKEA, Mixc, and multiple outlet malls, supported by the city's 'Three New Consumption' pilot policies aimed at boosting first-store economy, immersive experiences, and cultural tourism integration.
Read sourceXi'an Taikoo Li First Phase Tops Out, Expected to Open in 2027
On September 21, the first phase of Xi'an Taikoo Li, a large-scale commercial development by Swire Properties, achieved structural topping-out. Located in the Xiaoyanta historical and cultural area of Beilin District, the project has a total floor area of 269,056 square meters and is centered around the UNESCO World Heritage site Xiaoyanta (Small Wild Goose Pagoda) and the Tang Dynasty Jianfu Temple. The development integrates three historic streets—Seventh Cross Street, Eighth Cross Street, and Yizi Cross Street—into its modern layout. The entire project is expected to top out in early 2027 and open in phases later that year. With an investment exceeding 10 billion yuan, it is Swire Properties' largest Taikoo Li project in mainland China and will feature nearly 500 retail brands, a 'The House Collective' hotel, and serviced apartments. The project faces significant archaeological challenges, as it sits within the Tang Dynasty Anrenfang site, with excavations covering 90,800 square meters. It has achieved LEED, WELL, and SITES platinum pre-certifications and is part of China's national low-carbon advanced technology demonstration program.
Swire Properties Tops Off Xi'an Taikoo Li, Its Largest Mainland China Project, for Phased 2027 Opening
On September 21, Swire Properties announced the structural topping-out of the first phase of Xi'an Taikoo Li, its largest Taikoo Li project in mainland China. Located in the Xi'an Small Wild Goose Pagoda historical and cultural district, the project is a joint venture with Xi'an Chengheng Cultural Investment Development Co., a state-owned enterprise under the Qujiang New Area Management Committee. The development has a total gross floor area of approximately 269,000 square meters, encompassing retail, a 'The Temple House' branded hotel, and serviced apartments. The entire project is expected to be structurally topped out by early 2027, with phased completion and opening later that year. It will feature a low-density, open-street format and plans to house nearly 500 retail brands. This project is part of Swire Properties' broader mainland China expansion, under a HK$100 billion investment plan announced in 2022, with HK$50 billion allocated to the mainland. As of June 2026, about 70% of the total plan and over 90% of the mainland allocation had been committed. The company aims to double its mainland property gross floor area by 2032. The article notes that Xi'an Taikoo Li's success will depend on future tenant mix, brand curation, and actual foot traffic after opening.
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Xi'an Taikoo Li First Phase Tops Out, Full Completion and Opening Expected by 2027
On September 21, Swire Properties announced that the first phase of Xi'an Taikoo Li has achieved structural topping-out. The project, a joint venture between Swire Properties and Xi'an Chenghuan Cultural Investment Development Co., Ltd. (a state-owned enterprise under the Qujiang New Area Management Committee), is Swire Properties' largest Taikoo Li project in mainland China, with a total floor area of 260,000 square meters (including underground space). The entire development is expected to top out in early 2027, with phased completion and opening starting in late 2025. Upon completion, it will feature the signature low-density, open-plan layout of the Taikoo Li series, house nearly 500 retail brands, and include a 'The House Collective' brand hotel and serviced apartments. The project is adjacent to the UNESCO World Heritage Site Small Wild Goose Pagoda. Xi'an Taikoo Li is the fourth Taikoo Li project in mainland China, following Beijing's Sanlitun, Shanghai's Qiantan, and Chengdu. Swire Properties currently has seven large-scale projects under construction in Shanghai, Beijing, Xi'an, Sanya, and Guangzhou, most of which are scheduled to open between 2027 and 2028.
Read sourceXi'an Taikoo Li First Phase Tops Out, Phased Opening Expected by End of 2027
The first phase of Xi'an Taikoo Li, a large-scale low-density retail and hospitality development by Swire Properties in partnership with Xi'an Chenghuan Cultural Investment Development Co., has topped out. The project, located near the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, is Swire Properties' largest Taikoo Li project in mainland China, with a total floor area of 269,000 square meters. It will feature nearly 500 retail brands, a 'The House Collective' hotel, and serviced apartments. The overall structure is expected to be completed in 2027, with phased deliveries and openings starting from the end of that year. Swire Properties CEO Tim Blackburn stated the project reflects the company's confidence in Xi'an's development as a national central city and key 'Belt and Road' gateway. The development incorporates nearly 50 green and smart technologies, including low-carbon steel and concrete, bamboo and wood materials, and a precise carbon accounting system. It has achieved LEED, WELL, and SITES platinum certifications and is a national low-carbon demonstration project.
Read sourceXi'an Taikoo Li First Phase Tops Out, Full Structure Expected by Early 2027
On September 21, Swire Properties announced that the first phase of Xi'an Taikoo Li has achieved a structural topping-out, marking a key milestone for the landmark project in the historic city. The project, a joint venture between Swire Properties and Xi'an Chenghuan Cultural Investment Development Co., Ltd., a state-owned enterprise under the Qujiang New District Management Committee, is expected to complete its overall structural topping-out by early 2027. Partial completion and phased handover are scheduled for late next year, with subsequent openings. Upon completion, Xi'an Taikoo Li will feature the low-density, open-plan layout characteristic of the Taikoo Li series, house nearly 500 retail brands, and include a 'The House Collective' branded hotel. It will be Swire Properties' largest Taikoo Li project in mainland China, with a total floor area of 269,056 square meters. Swire Properties CEO Tim Blackburn stated that the milestone reflects the company's confidence in Xi'an's development prospects, as the project is a key part of Swire Properties' HK$50 billion investment plan in mainland China.