Ridge Hill Reimagined
Joint venture partners North American Properties (NAP)*, Nuveen Real Estate, and Taconic Partners acquired Ridge Hill in May 2022 with plans to redevelop and reposition the outdoor lifestyle center as a human-centric, mixed-use destination. The first phase of construction focused on reimagining the property’s streetscape and social gathering spaces to create a more cohesive environment. Ridge Hill’s merchandising mix is also being revamped to include more local and New York City-inspired food and beverage concepts as well as popular lifestyle brands. In addition to the physical enhancements, the overall guest experience has been elevated with more consistent community-driven programming. Work is now paused for the holiday season, and the next phase of the redevelopment – the reconfiguration of the former Lord & Taylor department store – is expected to begin in early 2025.
*Note: NAP’s Atlanta subsidiary, whose team is leading the redevelopment, was acquired by global, design-focused real estate investment and management firm Jamestown in October 2024. Jamestown is now an investor in the property, through an affiliate, and oversees management along with retail leasing, in conjunction with AMPS.
Phase I
Park Plaza
This 17,000-square-foot family-friendly activity zone, situated on the north end of the property, opened in October 2024. Once the site of a decommissioned fountain, the area was transformed into a refreshed community gathering space. Highlights include the addition of 18-foot trees and other greenery, a turfed play area for children, and café-style seating, offering an inviting outdoor extension for nearby restaurants.
Town Square
This 25,000-square-foot community hub, situated at the heart of the property along Market Street, debuted in November 2024. The area received a 10,000-square-foot expansion, seamlessly blending it with surrounding retailers and restaurants through pedestrian-friendly crosswalks. The revamped area features a turfed event plaza, covered performance stage, an 18′ x 11′ LED screen, added seating, and the beloved sculptural playground, Big Girl.
Phase II
Things are looking up!
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