Upscale cinema could become part of Southgate reboot Justine Griffin/Sarasota Herald-Tribune As part of its plan to redevelop and expand Southgate mall, Australian mall developer Westfield Group is considering entertainment options that include an upscale, dine-in movie theater. “Although there are no announcements to make at this time, I believe you could safely speculate that […]
Archives for May 2013
Reflections on RECon 2013
There was certainly a lot of buzz throughout the industry prior to RECon 2013 in Las Vegas, signaling a positive shift from what we’ve seen the past few years at the conference. I wholly expected to see a lot of momentum building around redevelopment opportunities. To my surprise, it seemed like there was more interest […]
Mall will give shoppers new digital tools
Mall will give shoppers new digital tools Justine Griffin/Sarasota Herald-Tribune When its Mall at University Town Center debuts in October 2014, co-developer Taubman Centers Inc. will operate one of the most technologically advanced retail spots in the nation. The company plans to use the retail hub as a testing ground for new digital, interactive tools […]
Area malls attract industry’s attention
Area malls attract industry’s attention Justine Griffin/Sarasota Herald-Tribune After several recessionary years during which Southwest Florida retail development stalled, new projects are sprouting or being planned that will dramatically change the region’s retail landscape. Perhaps the best example already is taking shape at University Parkway and Interstate 75. A joint venture between a Michigan developer […]
Spotlight On: Real Estate
Spotlight On: Real Estate Katherine Boccaccio/Chain Store Age For Starbucks Coffee Co., the biggest impediment to finding a site within an urban core is squeezing in the drive-through. That was just one of the challenges presented by retail real estate experts in the SPECS session, “Smaller Stores, Bigger Markets: Advantages and Obstacles to Urban Growth.” […]
Conference Call
With the International Council of Shopping Centers’ (ICSC) Spring Convention in Las Vegas just one week away, I’m seeing a lot of positive energy leading up to the event that has gotten my attention. From jam-packed schedules to more social events and sold out room and lodging packages, the excitement is contagious. In this week’s […]
