Caruso Continues to Build Its Retail Landscape at The Americana at Brand Unveiling New Shops, Boutiques and Eateries.-- Now More Than 80 Percent Leased, The Americana at Brand Americana at Brand will be a large outdoor shopping community in Glendale, California. The site is owned by Caruso Affiliated, who owns many other commercial properties such as The Grove at Farmers Market in Los Angeles, CA. Includes Cutting-Edge Concepts and First-to-the-Region Retailers Such as Kate Spade and Concept Five -- GLENDALE, Calif. -- Caruso Affiliated Caruso Affiliated is a real estate development company in California, U.S.A.. It is headed by Rick Caruso. It is known particularly for building higher-end outdoor shopping centers. today announced the much-anticipated second release of retail stores and restaurants to open at The Americana at Brand, its mixed-use shopping, dining and residential project in Glendale, CA, debuting in the Spring of 2008. The addition of these contemporary fashion and lifestyle retailers at The Americana at Brand rounds out a cutting-edge tenant mix, with a unique assortment of internationally celebrated brands, innovative new concept stores and first-to-the-region locations. The tenant roster, which includes such stylish names as Barneys New York  This article or section is written like an .Please help [ rewrite this article] from a neutral point of view. Mark blatant advertising for , using . CO-OP, featuring hip, casual fashions for men and women from the hottest designers; Kate Spade, showcasing its full line of signature footwear and accessories, stationery and housewares house·wares pl.n. Cooking utensils, dishes, and other small articles used in a household, especially in the kitchen. in its first Los Angeles Los Angeles (lôs ăn`jələs, lŏs, ăn`jəlēz'), city (1990 pop. 3,485,398), seat of Los Angeles co., S Calif.; inc. 1850. location; Sur La Table Sur La Table, Inc. is a privately held American retail company based in Seattle, Washington, that sells gourmet cooking utensils and related merchandise, such as appliances, food, and cookbooks. , the culinary connoisseur's preferred destination for high-quality kitchen and tabletop products and equipment; and The Cheesecake Factory, the family-favorite casual-dining restaurant offering more than 200 specialty menu items and signature desserts in a relaxed, yet elegant atmosphere. "This expanded and eclectic retail lineup reflects our company's merchandising philosophy of consistently providing customers with the most distinctive shops, boutiques and restaurants that represent the latest fashion and lifestyle tastes and trends," said Todd M. Russell, senior vice president of leasing and marketing for Caruso Affiliated. "The Americana at Brand will distinguish itself in the competitive LA market by bringing in new retailers to the area and offering a level of style and sophistication so·phis·ti·cate v. so·phis·ti·cat·ed, so·phis·ti·cat·ing, so·phis·ti·cates v.tr. 1. To cause to become less natural, especially to make less naive and more worldly. 2. that is unmatched in the region." The latest additions to The Americana at Brand's growing tenant roster include: Barnes & Noble - a vast selection of books, music, DVDs and magazines with an in-store cafe offering light fare, coffees and cappuccinos Barneys New York CO-OP - stylish and edgy apparel, footwear and accessories for men and women from the hottest designers and most sought-after brands Brunello Ristorante Italiano - white tablecloth, authentic Italian cuisine Italian cuisine as a national cuisine known today has evolved from centuries of social and political change. Its roots can be traced back to 4th century BCE and into the Middle Ages which brought Arab and Norman influence to certain regions along with introduction of notable chefs featuring delicious pastas, seafood and regional specialties Calidora Spa - professional spa and skin care clinic specializing in anti-aging and personal care services in a relaxing and luxurious environment; a Los Angeles flagship Concept Five - a brand new concept from collegiate-style icon Abercrombie & Fitch; a Southern California Southern California, also colloquially known as SoCal, is the southern portion of the U.S. state of California. Centered on the cities of Los Angeles and San Diego, Southern California is home to nearly 24 million people and is the nation's second most populated region, exclusive crewcuts - the clean and classic style of J. Crew, now sized for the all-American kid; known for colorful prints and crisp designs Divine Boutique - edgy yet sophisticated designer fashions and accessories for the trendsetting woman Free People - whimsical women's apparel and footwear with a unique flair and signature style both feminine and fun J. Crew - classic and comfortable men's and women's clothing and accessories for the office, the beach and everything in between Kate Spade - signature handbags, footwear, accessories and gifts from the celebrated designer's classic line of fashions that never go out of style; a Los Angeles exclusive Michael Stars - relaxed and contemporary women's fashions for everyday wear in a wide array of colors and styles pinkberry - cult favorite frozen yogurt and with an assortment of irresistible fresh topping selections; a healthy and delicious snack that has fans flocking back for more Sur La Table - high-quality kitchen, tabletop and houseware products and tools along with specialty cooking classes for the kitchen-savvy or curious The Cheesecake Factory - upscale, casual dining boasting more than 200 menu selections and signature desserts along with elegant yet comfortable ambiance am·bi·ance also am·bi·ence n. The special atmosphere or mood created by a particular environment: "The noir ambience is dominated by low-key lighting . . . True Religion - the cult-classic premium denim and apparel brand for men, women and kids The initial release of retailers to join The Americana at Brand was unveiled last summer - Anthropologie, A/X Armani Exchange, Art of Shaving, Aveda Lifestyle Salon, BCBG BCBG Bon Chic Bon Genre Max Azria Max Azria is a Jewish American fashion designer who founded the popular midscale women clothing line BCBG in 1989. Originally from Tunisia, Max Azria moved to the United States to enter the fashion world. , Chico's, H&M, Juicy Couture Juicy Couture is a contemporary line of casual apparel based in Pacoima, California, founded by Gela Nash-Taylor and Pamela Skaist-Levy. Owned by the Liz Claiborne fashion company, Juicy is known for their terrycloth and velour hoodies, which are like jackets. , Kiehl's, Lacoste, Lucky Kid, lululemon athletica lululemon athletica (TSX: LLL, NYSE: LULU) (IPA: [lu lu lɛmɑn], with the last two syllables pronounced like "lemon") — self-described as a yoga-inspired athletic apparel company — produces a , Marciano, Martin + Osa Martin + Osa (Martin & Osa) is a new clothing brand developed by American Eagle Outfitters. The store's name and inspiration comes from Martin and Osa Johnson, a globetrotting husband and wife team from Kansas who explored Africa and the South Pacific Islands, chronicling their , Planet Funk, Play, Puma, Sigrid Olsen and Urban Outfitters - joining the previously announced Pacific Theatres 18-plex cinema. The Americana at Brand is now more than 80 percent leased. The Americana at Brand, which broke ground in June 2006, is a $369 million urban in-fill mixed-use development set on 15.5 acres in the heart of Glendale, within minutes of Los Feliz, Silverlake, Pasadena and downtown Los Angeles Downtown Los Angeles is the central business district of Los Angeles, California, located close to the geographic center of the metropolitan area. The sprawling, multi-centered megacity is such that its downtown core is often considered just another district like Hollywood or . Bounded by Brand Blvd., Central Avenue and Colorado Street, the 900,000 square-foot development features 475,000 square feet of retail comprised of 75 shops and boutiques, an 18-plex cinema and a variety of casual and fine dining options, and will offer 238 apartments and 100 condominiums - luxury residences created with classic Caruso flair, quality and attention to detail. Caruso's in-house architectural team led by Dave Williams, working in conjunction with Elkus | Manfredi Architects and Lifescapes International, has conceived an open design that connects to and reflects the existing downtown scale. With abundant plazas and walkways dotted with shade trees, outdoor seating and a charming two-acre central common, The Americana at Brand will be a magnet for residents and visitors to stroll, shop, relax or people watch in a beautiful outdoor setting. Mature trees, lush landscaping, unique public art, and refreshing fountains will all add to the sumptuous environment. Caruso Affiliated is known for creating open-air community and regional retail environments that serve as local gathering places. Caruso's style has become a recognized brand within the retail industry and with Southern California residents and visitors. The success of the company's stylish and elegant outdoor environments has challenged the traditional "mall" concept and set a new standard in the industry. A recognized leader in this trend, Caruso Affiliated's growth is approximately two times that of the largest publicly traded REITs and sales per square foot at Caruso properties are 75 percent higher than the industry average. In addition to The Americana at Brand, other projects in development include The Shops at Santa Anita in Arcadia, CA, The Village at Playa playa or pan or flat or dry lake Flat-bottomed depression that is periodically covered by water. Playas occur in interior desert basins and adjacent to coasts in arid and semiarid regions. Vista in Marina del Rey, CA, and the company's first luxury destination resort in Montecito, CA, with the recent acquisition of the historic Miramar Hotel. Caruso Affiliated's portfolio of top performing retail centers includes The Grove in Los Angeles, The Waterside, Marina del Rey, The Promenade at Westlake, The Lakes at Thousand Oaks and The Commons at Calabasas. |
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