JULY 2005 HIGHLIGHTS

GAINING INDEPENDENCE
After buying out its owners, Urban Retail Properties gains its independence and prepares to re-enter the development and ownership arena, with experience as a stronger property manager.
BY RANDALL SHEARIN

THE EVOLUTION OF DESIGN
Shopping Center Business shows how far the retail design industry has come —and where it’s going in the future.
BY LUCI CASON

HOMETOWN DEVELOPER
Laham Development sets the pace forretail in Wichita.
BY SUSAN H. FISHMAN

SEMBLER BRINGS BIG BOX TO URBAN ATLANTA
The Sembler Company is underway on three significant urban mixed-use projects in Atlanta.
BY SUSAN H. FISHMAN

BULLISH BOSTON RETAIL
New England, especially greater Boston, is in the midst of a retail renaissance, with sales and leasing activity reaching new heights in 2005.
BY KEVIN JESELNIK

STRIKING BIG
Upscale bowling venue offers a fresh entertainment destination to shopping centers.
BY SUSAN H. FISHMAN

INSIDE OUT
Atlanta’s Cumberland Mall undergoes a much-needed redevelopment, including a new lifestyle addition.
BY SUSAN H. FISHMAN