Friday, March 25, 2011

New and Upcoming Retail in Area is a Sign of Confidence for our Future

If you take a drive through the downtown areas of Redmond or Woodinville, it it easy to see that some good changes are dotting the local landscaping.

Woodinvlle has recently been favored with the opening of the new Ross Dress for Less Store, which has taken the space left vacant by the end of the Linens and Things era.  Far across the parking lot it can be readily noticed and a great asset to the downtown Woodinville area. It is wonderful to see the bright lights and colored contour repacing what has been a dark, lonely empty space.

If you are in a mood for warm and soft bakery item you will enjoy walking in to the new Mrs. Fields, located next to the new TCBY, which can help quench those summer cravings.

Moving into the old Blockbuster Video space we will soon enjoy the ambiance and convenience of the upcoming Panera Bread and just across the parking lot, where the Ruby's Diner
 used to be, will  once again be vibrant and busy as the Big Fish Grill moves into town.

A few miles to the south in the city of Redmond, change has also been blossoming. A few months ago, Designer Shoe Warehouse opened in Bear Creek Village and if you like shoes, you should give this store a try. Bear Creek Village is bursting at the seams right now with new construction and great enhancing change. Soon to open will be a Ross Dress for Less, in most of the space provided by the old Linens and Things vacancy there. The remaining space will be taken by a national cosmetic store.  Where Las Margaritas has been a long time fixture, will soon be the new Agave Cocina & Cantina, a more diverse and healthier menu choice, for those loving the culinary arts of  Mexican  cuisine.

Redmond Town Center has just received two new additions for the creative home decorator, Z Gallerie and Chairs & Trellis, located on the south side of the shopping center.  When you have some free time take a stroll through these new stores and enjoy the flavor they have to offer.

Besides having several new opportunities for shopping and dining within just minutes, all these changes are making a positive statement about what these companies think of the areas and our future.  Great attention to detail is given by each company as extensive research is done prior to lease negotiations. This is a reinforcement of a future for our area that shines brightly.  Each of these establishments offers employment opportunities and adds to the diversity and livability of both communities.

Let's face it, sometimes change is not only good - it's great!

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