Blooming in Elizabeth

The Outlet Collection Jersey Gardens

On May 14, 2014

Located in Elizabeth since 1999, Jersey Gardens, New Jersey’s largest outlet mall, has been transformed into The Outlet Collection Jersey Gardens. The center boasts a unique mix of over 200 top name retailer and manufacturer outlets, discount and off-price stores, restaurants and entertainment. The $30-million remodel, completed in October 2013, brought a new brand, a new design aesthetic, five-star amenities and a luxury shopping experience to Jersey Gardens.

Inspired by famous Fifth Avenue luxury brands, The Outlet Collection Jersey Gardens’ new look adds sleek contemporary lines, warm colors, glass and stainless steel railings, and drop ceiling light fixtures. Newly redesigned restroom facilities, sustainable concourse furniture, and a new dining emporium add to the center’s appeal.
In conjunction with the redevelopment, the shopping center added leading retailers to its roster, including outlets for Coach, Coach Men, True Religion, Calvin Klein Accessories, Tommy Hilfiger (the largest in the country), Lego and Century 21 Department Store.

Since its establishment on a remediated brownfield, The Outlet Collection Jersey Gardens has led the way in sustainability and responsible use of technology. It features a solar power roof, utilizes a highly effective recycling system for all stores, offices, and food and entertainment outlets, and recently installed “green” furnishings made of wood and recycled material.

The Outlet Collection Jersey Gardens is an economic stronghold in Northern New Jersey. It employs 5,000 people in a variety of retail, administrative, security and service jobs, and generates significant tax revenues for the state and city. The Outlet Collection’s management is constantly seeking innovative ways to give back to the community, and in 2013 contributed more than $90,000 to various community groups and non-profit organizations. The mall also is home to Union County College’s Retail Skills Center, which provides both tenants and job candidates with a valuable resource for recruitment, training and placement. Since opening, the RSC has served more than 21,000 people and has developed programs to meet specific community and mall tenant needs.

ARCHITECT
Callison
New York, NY

BUILDER
IBEX Construction
New York, NY

NOMINATOR
Gordon Haas,
Executive Director
Greater Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce