Pottery Barn Kids opens in Kuwait

16 Jun 2010

M.H. Alshaya opens the first Pottery Barn Kids retail store in Kuwait at The Avenues Mall. The iconic US children's home furnishings brand occupies a 750 square metre store on the ground floor, in the Phase 1 area of the mall. Opening day activities included an inaugural ribbon-cutting ceremony led by Williams-Sonoma, Inc.'s President, Chief Executive Officer and Director, Laura Alber and Alshaya's Executive Chairman, Mr Mohammed Alshaya.

Opening day activities included an inaugural ribbon-cutting ceremony led by Williams-Sonoma, Inc.'s President, Chief Executive Officer and Director, Laura Alber and Alshaya's Executive Chairman, Mr Mohammed Alshaya.

"As someone who was here at the beginning when we launched Pottery Barn Kids in 1999, I am tremendously excited to be involved in bringing this brand to Kuwait", said Laura Alber, President, Chief Executive Officer and Director Williams-Sonoma, Inc. "Pottery Barn Kids has already received an enthusiastic response in the UAE with our recent opening in Dubai. We look forward to expanding into Kuwait and providing consumers with our Pottery Barn Kids unique shopping experience, helping them to create imaginative and inspirational spaces for their children."

"We are delighted to be welcoming this outstanding children's home furnishings brand to Kuwait", said Mohammed Alshaya, Executive Chairman of M.H. Alshaya Co. "Pottery Barn Kids exemplifies the innovative style, quality and service that I know will resonate well with Kuwaiti customers".

Pottery Barn Kids lets parents create unique, kid-friendly, stylish and innovative spaces for nurseries, bedrooms and playrooms, with exciting products designed for children. Product categories available in the Kuwait store include furniture, bedding, bathroom accessories, study spaces, window treatments, rugs, lighting, decorative accessories, classic toys, nursery essentials and gear including luggage, backpacks and reusable lunch bags.

Kuwait's new Pottery Barn Kids store offers parents a unique shopping experience with the goal of personalizing customers' needs. Specially trained associates will be available to help customers create child-friendly spaces and can offer a variety of design tips and resources to inspire creativity in the home. Pottery Barn Kids provides quality merchandise paired with exceptional value. Parents will also welcome the reassurance that Pottery Barn Kids tests all of its products to ensure their safety and quality.

IN-STORE FEATURES & BENEFITS:

• Baby & Gift Registry: Customers can schedule a complimentary appointment with a specially trained associate who can assist them with building their registry. Convenient scanners and complimentary gift wrap are also available.
• Gift Cards: Pottery Barn Kids gift cards are available at the value of your choice.
• Monogramming: Individualise your purchase with our monogramming service which helps you personalise the items you buy.
• Complimentary In-Store Events: Regular in-store events will be offered, including Book Club Story Time and Sing-Alongs.
• Complimentary Design Classes: Enjoy one-hour classes taught by design experts on a variety of topics. Class size is limited, so call the store (+965 2223 3733) to confirm class times and reserve your space.
• Website: Visit www.potterybarnkids.com for the most current seasonal catalogue, information about store locations, hours of operation, and in-store products and services.