May 7 2025 21:52
Sandton City
The property business line in the Insurance and Asset Management (IAM) business unit of the Standard Bank Group, known as Liberty Two Degrees (L2D), has a plan for Sandton City’s rooftop.
In line with the L2D Interactive Spaces strategic building block, that “aims to provide vibrant and diverse spaces and experiences within the malls, L2D’s vision for Sandton City will ultimately unlock the rooftop to future development opportunities and a thriving potential for leisure, sport and dining in the heart of Africa’s richest square mile”, the group said.
“Through the strategic redevelopment of Sandton City’s rooftop area, L2D’s long-term master plan is designed to align with the evolving lifestyle needs of its increasingly diverse and experience-driven customer base,” it said.
“The development of the Sandton City rooftop holds a pivotal opportunity in the mall’s evolution. We are not only introducing new lifestyle elements but reimagining how customers engage with our retail spaces, ensuring our malls are relevant and responsive to future-facing consumer behaviours,” said Melinda Isaacs, developments executive at L2D.
“Through this opportunity, we aim to create multifaceted hubs that support societal needs. In addition to creating Interactive Spaces, the aim of the rooftop activation is to create Safe Spaces through the provision of a safe urban space where visitors can increase their dwell times. This will also ensure that we continue to attract a broader demographic to the centre,” she said.
The initial implementation of Sandton City’s rooftop initiative began with the installation of Net Set Padel, a premium padel centre located at entrance 8 with the indoor courts officially opened in March 2025. With sweeping 360-degree views across the Sandton skyline, the rooftop facility features four indoor and four padel outdoor courts built to international standards, according to L2D.
“This phased transformation forms part of Sandton City’s broader 20-year spatial plan to remain at the forefront of international retail trends, while adapting to changing consumer expectations,” said Isaacs.
By converting underutilised rooftop space into a multifunctional destination, L2D is positioning Sandton City as an integrated urban node where retail, sport, dining and digital convenience intersect, she said.
Sandton City houses more than 375 brands, restaurants and other offerings. and experiences.
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