Kind of like the Prada in Marfa, it could be an art project and contain Radio Shack, Blockbuster and other stores from that time that aren’t around anymore.
Edit: I meant as more of an art project, not an actual functioning stores. They’re no longer in business for a reason, though I could see vinyl loving types unironically shopping there.
The place I grew up had people argue that large shops didn’t want to be on the high street and smaller indie places couldn’t afford it…so why can’t those premises be used for art galleries, for example. The council turned round and said if someone wanted to put an art gallery in there was nothing stopping them. Totally missing the point in other words.
Isn’t it cheaper rent at this point?
Forget the shit 80s and 90s mall vibe. Modernize to the box stores people still use and food favorites like tacos and sushi. Cheaper rent. One stop shop would be less gas and time for everyone concerned. I think the selling point would be getting the grocery store on one end.
Or turn it into a weird apartment complex.