BIGMallrat | lost malls, department stores, and Bay Area retail history

This 1989 Meadowood Mall directory offers a fascinating glimpse into one of Reno’s premier shopping destinations during its heyday. As a Taubman-developed, Avner Naggar-designed property, Meadowood featured signature design elements like skylights with integrated lighting and unique art installations throughout the mall corridors. The 1989 directory: a snapshot in time Front cover of the 1989 Meadowood Mall directory, featuring clean Taubman design lines and a subtle nod to upscale retail branding in Reno, Nevada. Back cover: A striking detail—language assistance offered in Icelandic, Mandarin, and others, reflecting the mall’s effort to cater to Reno’s tourist traffic. Interior page of a Meadowood Mall directory from Reno, Nevada, showing mall hours, contact information, and a locator map to help visitors plan their visit. Inside the 1989 directory: a full list of stores at Meadowood Mall, including Miller’s Outpost, Miller Stockman, and a variety of fashion and specialty retailers. ...