OREANDA-NEWS. On April 08, 2008 Detsky Mir group and Sistema-Hals announced that the decision has been taken to close the Detsky Mir building on Lubyanka Square (5/1 Teatralny Proyezd) for reconstruction and restoration with effect from 1 July 2008, reported the press-centre of Sistema.

The sophisticated plans for the reconstruction project and the use of modern building technology and design will enable the store to retain its image as one of the capital's outstanding landmarks and at the same time update the interior to make it more convenient for shoppers.

The total area of the building after reconstruction is expected to increase from 57,500 square meters to 74,000 square meters, and the shop floor area will nearly double from its current 19,000 square meters.

The building's external appearance, existing dimensions, height, plot size and silhouette will remain unchanged.