TAMPA MIXED-USE PROJECT TO BE DESIGNED BY API(+)

TAMPA, FLA. — Taylor & Mathis of Florida and MetLife Insurance Co. have tapped Florida-based api(+) to help design the more than 1 million square-foot MetWest, a mixed-use project spanning 31 acres across from the International Plaza shopping center in Tampa. The property will feature 77,000 square feet of retail space mixed with office, hotel and residential components. api(+) will provide design services for the retail and restaurant spaces as well as developing the graphic identity, wayfinding and environmental graphics programs.