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The Neighbourhoods

One of the major distinguishing features of a Mills concept centre is the design. With over 1.4 million square feet on a single level, connected by 2.7 km of internal raceway, visual appeal and architectural variation is vital in creating aesthetic interest. The concept was to divide the centre into “Neighbourhoods” that have themes representative of the local area. The architecture of CrossIron Mills is innovative, contemporary and reflects Alberta’s unique heritage.

The design elements celebrate the geographic regions, memorable landmarks and cultural icons of the province. The interior is divided into 5 themed neighbourhoods: Fashion, Ranch, Fossil, Sport and Entertainment Neighbourhood.

Inside view Crossiron Mills

The Fashion Neighbourhood

The Fashion Entrance is on the far NW side of the centre and is characterized by what we affectionately refer to as the ‘Gumby Girl’ outside and leads into the Fashion Neighbourhood which has 12 ft storefronts & carpet flooring while other areas have 9ft store fronts and flooring includes terrazzo, tile, stained concrete, marmoleum and 7 different varieties of hardwood.

The Fine Arts Court

The Fine Arts Court transitions from the Fashion to Ranch neighbourhoods and features geometric shapes, bright colors, stark white abstract sculptures and a coffee shop with spacious seating area.

Cowboy sculpture inside Crossiron Mills

The Ranch Neighbourhood

The Ranch Neighbourhood is a nod to the Old West. It is often referred to as the Ranch Spine as it runs through the middle of the centre. The Ranch Neighbourhood boasts 8 different types of hardwood flooring with theatrical western store fronts and huge sheriffs badges in-set in the floor at either end. Also at opposite ends of the Ranch Neighbourhood are the “Good Guy” and “Bad Guy” gunslingers that stand at 23 feet tall, and customers walk beneath them as they enter the space.

The Campfire & Rodeo Courts

The Campfire Court is at the West end of the ranch spine and is designed as a night sky with stars, the moon and embers from the blown glass fire which is surrounded by tall trees and rustic log furniture.
The ceiling treatment transitions from this court through the Ranch Neighbourhood getting lighter and lighter to far end where the rodeo court is in full sun.
The Rodeo Court is bright and airy, depicting many of the rodeo events with 4 metal sculptures of a saddle bronc rider, a roping cowboy, a bull rider and a steer wrestler. Stylized cowboys look down on the Rodeo Court from their perch on the coral rail above.

Campfire Court inside Crossiron Mills

Wind Court inside Crossiron Mills

The Wind Court

The Wind Court transitions is inspired by the Chinook winds that are such a major part of Alberta culture.
Here you find our Chinook girl gently blowing wind across ribbons and banners at the ceiling level to create activity.