Completed over 20 years ago, the Plejada Sosnowiec Shopping Centre is undergoing a thorough refurbishment that will transform the shopping experience for its customers. A revamped F&B zone, new leisure areas and a refreshed design are among the key upgrades chosen by the Centre Owner in collaboration with Cushman & Wakefield teams responsible for leasing, management and project and development services for the retail scheme. This makeover marks a significant milestone in aligning Plejada Sosnowiec with the expectations of today’s shoppers.
This clearly demonstrates that refreshed and well-managed retail facilities can attract customers once again – particularly when they respond to evolving consumer expectations. Younger shoppers, those aged 18–29, increasingly view shopping centres as social spaces for meetings, relaxing and enjoying entertainment. This demographic, amongst others, is driving the development of new F&B zones, leisure and relaxation areas. At Plejada Sosnowiec, these additions are poised to become an integral part of the local community’s daily life,”
explains Ada Budynek, Leasing Team Manager, Cushman & Wakefield.
New consumer needs, a new design and new functions
The concept behind the transformation of Plejada Sosnowiec was informed by market analyses, including GfK’s surveys on evolving consumer needs. In recent years, numerous new housing estates have been developed near the shopping centre, with families raising children making up the majority of the local population. These residents seek not only an engaging shopping experience, but also access to leisure and entertainment spaces,”
says Magdalena Gniazdowska, Retail Leasing Manager, Cushman & Wakefield.
The first phase of the redevelopment focuses on the closed section of Plejada Sosnowiec and will see the completion of a modern food court and the addition of a children’s playground – addressing a gap in the current offering. We will also enhance the tenant mix with new F&B and retail concepts. We also want to strengthen our entertainment offering to better meet the needs of local residents,”
explains Paula Bartosik, Manager of the Plejada Shopping Centre in Sosnowiec, Asset Services, Cushman & Wakefield.
Technical precision in practice
We provide Plejada Sosnowiec with full support at each stage of the project by offering comprehensive project and cost management services. Preparation for such a far-reaching redevelopment requires coordinated efforts at multiple levels, along with project planning from both technical and formal perspectives. Considerable time and internal consultations went into the design work, which required an optimal approach to the process of selecting modern finishing materials, the planned project budget, and the technical challenges of redeveloping a building over 20 years old. Given that the refurbishment is taking place while the shopping centre remains in operation, careful planning and an experienced general contractor are crucial to the project’s success. I am confident that our collective efforts during the project preparation phase will translate into its swift completion,”
explains Marcin Golly, Associate, Head of Project Management Poland Project & Development Services.
Why are upgrades essential today?
According to Cushman & Wakefield’s ‘Trends Radar’ report, Poland came second in Europe for new retail supply in 2024 and is expected to maintain this position in 2025, with retail development activity projected to slow in 2026–2027. However, as competition continues to intensify and the market matures, the refurbishment of existing retail facilities is becoming inevitable,”
explains Michał Masztakowski, Head of Retail Agency Poland, Cushman & Wakefield.
The refurbishment of retail schemes like Plejada Sosnowiec is the right strategy for staying competitive and responding to the expectations of today’s consumers. A fresh makeover, the introduction of new technologies and the addition of entertainment and F&B facilities can help successfully reposition a retail property and capture new consumer demographics,”
concludes Michał Masztakowski.