ATLANTA — Following the renovations of Lenox Square, Simon Property Group Inc. will implement a facelift of Phipps Plaza, an upscale mall in Atlanta’s Buckhead district. Phase I will include an extensive interior makeover, featuring upgraded LED lighting, new paint scheme, new wood accents, an updated railing system, luxury lounging areas with Wi-Fi connectivity and chargers, upgraded restrooms and a new concierge service center. Additionally, Simon will make major improvements to the parking decks and entrances. Construction is slated to begin this summer and wrap up before the holiday shopping season. Future renovations will include improvements to the mall’s Peachtree Road entrance, a new streetscape with storefronts and landscape improvements. New additions to the mall include 320 luxury residential units and a 164-room hotel with upscale dining.
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