It’s hard not to love one-stop shopping. So why not one stop life? As traditional work and play lines blur, developments are emerging that offer a mix of retail, residential, commercial and entertainment space in one busy location. With some retail stores being forced to close their doors and office floors from cubicles left empty by the pandemic, mixed-use developments are becoming increasingly popular, offering a diverse collection of work and leisure amenities. These mixed-use developments in the Birmingham area are growing rapidly and are a welcome addition to any of the regions in which they are located.
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3 exciting BHM places to live, work and play
Campus No. 124
2408 Pelham Pkwy., Pelham, AL 35124
The former Valley Elementary School on Highway 31 in Pelham has been converted into Campus # 124, a modern entertainment, dining, retail and office complex including a craft brewery and three acre park provided by the City of Pelham . The Schrimsher Company’s $ 10 million development pays homage to the last three digits of Pelham’s zip code. The same developer created Huntsville’s 805 campus and hopes that the 124 campus in Pelham will have the same success. “The success was the resilience that our team and our tenants have shown,” said Joyce Skinner, Vice President of the Schrimsher Company. “Construction began four months before the pandemic. Due to the massive delays in materials and the shutdown, our team never lost courage and continued to work on new precautionary measures. “
So far in 2021, The Beer Hog and The Guys’ Place opened. Beer Hog is a full-service restaurant specializing in pizza and craft beer, and The Guys’ Place is a hair salon for men and boys. Pelham, a growing market for young professionals and families, attracted the Schrimsher Company, who saw the need for a travel destination in the heart of town in Pelham. The Valley Elementary School’s location was particularly attractive because of its direct access to Highway 31 and its proximity (less than two miles) to I-65. “In addition, a new city park and the Bishop Creek Trailway system will be connected via Highway 31 to the Pelham Civic Complex, Oak Mountain State Park and the upcoming Canopy development,” says Joyce. We expect campus 124 to be a meeting place for Shelby County and its visitors in the years to come.
The developers of Campus 124 envision it to be the heart of the Pelham. Image: Schrimsher Company
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Lane Parke
2621 Lane Park Road, Bergbach, AL 35223
Located in the heart of Mountain Brook, Lane Parke is enjoyed daily by residents and visitors alike for its many amenities that are within walking distance of Mountain Brook Village, the Grand Bohemian Hotel and popular attractions like the Birmingham Botanical Gardens and Birmingham Zoo. Lane Parke, whose slogan is “a touch above everyday life,” currently houses the Publix GreenWise Market, luxury apartments, Revelator Coffee, ABC Select Spirits, ornate gifts from A’mano, as well as other high-end retailers and local restaurants. Evson, Inc. developer John Evans, who has had Lane Parke shopping mall in his family for decades, recently announced the start of the second phase of Lane Parke, adding nearly 50,000 square feet of restaurants, retail stores, and more. Crawford Square Real Estate Advisors has partnered with Evson, Inc. to bring John’s vision for Lane Parke’s future to life. Mary Beyer Lell, Crawford Square Director and Head of Leasing, says, “Many of the Crawford Square team members are based in Mountain Brook. We therefore felt closely connected and responsible to attract new dealers who, in our opinion, are unique and welcomed by residents and customers outside of Mountain Brook as well. We feel we achieved this goal within the first year with Sol y Luna, Post Pies and Carriage House Weddings. “In the new phase, Jenis Splendid Ice Cream, a fast-service concept from Asian restaurant Abhi, Basecoat on Fifth Nagelstudio, Ignite Cycle, and a few other exciting tenants to be announced in the next few months are welcomed – so watch out!
Lane Parke is already busy, but once the second phase is complete there will be nearly 50,000 square feet more top-notch shopping and dining for you to enjoy. Image: Lane Parke
Lane Parke is a wonderful place to live, work and play. Image: Lane Parke
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Mercantile on Morris
2212 Morris Ave., Birmingham, AL 35203
Mercantile on Morris (MoM) is a place to work, play and live on one of Birmingham’s most famous streets. It’s the newest place in town for those who want to fully enjoy the downtown lifestyle. The development includes 47 stunning micro-sized to two-bedroom condos and 14,000 square feet of commercial space. On the pedestrian street, visitors and residents alike can explore a curated mix of local restaurants, boutiques, and bars. The apartments offer historical charm with upscale modern elements and surfaces. The residents have access to a terrace overlooking the busy square. Floor-to-ceiling black framed windows offer a picturesque view of the magical city. The accessibility and the stylish flair of MoM are hard to beat. With Birmingham’s hot spot neighbors like The Essential, Cannella Gelato & Café, Carrigan’s Public House and everything downtown just steps away, we feel like your MoM apartment is your friends’ unofficial clubhouse becomes.
Say “rise and shine” to downtown living in style at the Mercantile on Morris. Image: Mercantile on Morris
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