Have a look inside the development as it gets closer towards completion.
5. A new challenge for Princes Street
Europe's longest shopping street may move away from traditional retail outlets in future, as major companies like Zara and Next commit to moving into the St James. Photo: Lisa Ferguson
6. A new "focal point" for shoppers?
Chris Pyne, of Edinburgh St James, said: “We are holding discussions with a number of occupiers, who see the advantages of taking space in what will become a new focal point for Edinburgh’s retail, dining and leisure scene. Photo: Lisa Ferguson
7. An asset to Edinburgh's skyline?
Before it was demolished, the old St James Centre was voted one of the 'Seven Horrors of Scotland'. Will the new development fare better? Photo: Lisa Ferguson
8. Exterior completed
The exterior cladding of the building is almost completed, and many of the hundreds of glass panels are also in place. Photo: Lisa Ferguson