The Shops at Riverwoods facts for kids
The Shops At Riverwoods is a fun outdoor shopping center located in Provo, Utah. You can find it at 4801 North University Avenue, right near the beautiful Wasatch Mountains and the entrance to Provo Canyon. It's a great spot where you can shop, eat, and find entertainment.
The Shops at Riverwoods opened its doors on August 8, 1998. When it first started, it had many well-known stores like Eddie Bauer, Gap, and Banana Republic. Over time, some of these stores moved out. In 2009, a company called Tigriswoods, LLC, bought the shops.
What is The Shops At Riverwoods?
The Shops at Riverwoods is more than just a place to shop. It's part of a bigger area called the Riverwoods Community. This community is about 120 acres large, which is like 90 football fields! It has a mix of things for people to enjoy.
A Community Hub
The Riverwoods Community is designed to feel like a small village. It includes the shopping area, places to eat, and fun entertainment spots. There are also 143 homes in the community, making it a lively place where people live, work, and play. The whole area is set up along a river, which makes it a very pretty and natural environment.
Awards and Design
The design of The Shops at Riverwoods is quite special. It was created by architects from a company called Field Paoli Architects, based in San Francisco. Their design won an award in 2001 for being a "Superior Achievement in Design."
The Shops At Riverwoods has also received other awards for its beauty and design. These include:
- The Reed Smoot Beautification Award in 2006
- The Grand Invision Utah Award in 2001
- The National Concrete Award in 1998
You can also see cool sculptures by an artist named James C. Christensen around the shops, adding to its unique look.
