Project Detail

Everything But Water –Westfield Garden State Plaza, Paramus

Designer swimwear boutique at one of the Northeast's premier shopping destinations.

Everything But Water Mall at Millenia storefront

Project Overview

Located at Westfield Garden State Plaza in Paramus, New Jersey, the Everything But Water boutique delivers a refined shopping experience for designer swimwear and resortwear in one of the Northeast's premier retail destinations. This project focused on creating a sophisticated coastal aesthetic that complements the upscale mall environment, providing an inviting space for the region's discerning shoppers.

Key Project Details

Location
1 Garden State Plaza Blvd, Paramus, NJ 07652
Size
Approx. 3,000+ sq. ft.
Service
Construction Management
Completion
TBD
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Client Goals

  • Create an upscale retail environment reflecting the brand's refined coastal aesthetic.
  • Deliver a shopping experience that appeals to the diverse, style-conscious shoppers of the greater New York metro area.
  • Integrate seamlessly with Westfield Garden State Plaza's luxury retail environment.
  • Showcase designer swimwear collections in an elegant, organized layout.
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Our Role– Construction Management

Hatt Management served as the owner's representative for Everything But Water, overseeing the complete build-out within Westfield Garden State Plaza.

  • Mall Coordination – Navigated Westfield's design standards, permitting, and construction oversight processes.
  • Brand Execution – Ensured all finishes, fixtures, and merchandising elements aligned with Everything But Water's upscale brand identity.
  • Schedule Coordination – Managed construction timelines in coordination with mall operations and neighboring tenant activities.
  • Quality Assurance – Conducted rigorous inspections to maintain premium finishes and functional excellence throughout the space.
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Key Challenges

  1. Westfield Standards – Meeting the high-end operational, safety, and aesthetic standards expected at Westfield Garden State Plaza.
  2. High-Traffic Environment – Coordinating construction activities within an active, heavily-visited retail center with strict noise and access limitations.
  3. Premium Finishes – Installing sophisticated coastal-inspired materials and custom fixtures that reflect the brand's designer positioning.

Outcome

The Everything But Water Westfield Garden State Plaza location successfully embodies the brand's refined coastal aesthetic while meeting the operational excellence expected at a premier retail destination. The boutique provides an elegant shopping environment for the greater New York metro area, offering designer swimwear and resortwear in a space that feels both sophisticated and welcoming.

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