As the development of the city centre of Düsseldorf progressed, the Schadow Arkaden played a key role during the mid 1990s. Shoppers in the more down to earth consumer world of the department stores and shops on Schadowstrasse became more connected with the upscale Königsallee and the old town, Altstadt.

Some sixty stores include global clothing brands, items for the home and a food court that includes traditional favourites as well as unique places to partake of a quick espresso.