The store has been open, although the times I've been (aside from the "official" preview), it's been sans Hello Kitty. Also, the courtyard next door is still being worked out. Based on a peek behind the construction scrim, there does appear to be a nice fountain in the center of it. I imagine it'll mostly be seating in that area.
It also makes me think that there's a lot of retail all down that entry way. Maybe too much? Is there any sort of hint maybe something else may go away in the future?