After slow stretch, Southport’s commercial core sparks with new projects
Sophia’s on Southport Road near Madison Avenue is opening ahead of a big expansion for a dental claims processor and the construction of an $11 million senior living facility.
Scott Olson
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Long Branch in Fall Creek Place, Joella’s set for openings
Long Branch, an Asian-inspired eatery, plans to begin serving entrees at 22nd and Delaware streets on Saturday, while Joella’s Hot Chicken prepares to open on East 96th Street early next month.
Two projects on main drag could add more housing to hot neighborhoods
One development on Virginia Avenue calls for 74 apartments in Fountain Square while the other would bring ritzy condominiums to Fletcher Place.
$7M project restores luster of storied office tower
Banker J.F. Wild had the limestone building constructed in 1923 to house his growing financial institution. Developer Loftus Robinson has just spent two years reversing decades of neglect.
Walker Information unveils design of new $12M headquarters
The 55,000-square-foot building will be developed by PK Partners LLC as part of its $80 million River North mixed-use development near The Fashion Mall.
Southeast-side Kroger anchoring $30 million retail project
The 100,000-square-foot supermarket under construction at Southport and Franklin roads is part of a larger development that will include national eateries and other retailers.
East-side St. Clair Place surging to housing revival milestone
With assistance from Near East Area Renewal, the neighborhood has seen 90 new or refurbished homes come on the market since 2010. And that number is expected to grow to 100 next year.
Holiday sales are projected to go up, but malls might not benefit
Upbeat holiday shopping forecasts are giving retailers reason to cheer despite nagging signs that consumers are spending less at malls and instead opting for online outlets.
Roundup: Three new eateries coming to Mass Ave; ThinkGeek opening two stores
A Thai restaurant, a bistro and an eatery that offers fresh-pressed juice are on tap for the Mass Ave district, while the Geek-themed retailer gears up to open outlets in area malls.
North-side apartments change hands in $70M-plus deal; $10M rehab begins
Local firm Birge & Held Asset Management bought the property on East 82nd Street and is starting to renovate all 740 units—a task expected to present some logistical challenges.
Developer aims to convert historic downtown building into 110-room hotel
The firm has purchased One Jackson Square and is in discussions to brand it a Canopy by Hilton. The fate of first-floor restaurant tenant Ike & Jonesy’s has yet to be determined.
Carriage houses offer homeowners supplemental income, space for guests
Homeowners are looking to capitalize on the hot downtown housing market by creating rental units—and they no longer need to seek a variance to build them under new city zoning rules, cutting down on the time and red tape.
Fountain Square record store, live-music spot to launch next month
The entrepreneur behind Rocket 88 Doughnuts has hooked up with two partners to create Square Cat Vinyl, which will feature live performers and serve beer, wine and coffee.
Construction under way on Celadon’s new $24M headquarters
The trucking company will move from the east side of Indianapolis to Mount Comfort in Hancock County, where it will have room to grow and better access to Interstate 70 for its drivers.
Retail, housing, maker space revive east-side neighborhoods
Several developments are either underway or in the works that could transform the East 10th Street corridor into a burgeoning neighborhood hot spot.
Clothing retailer H&M plans third Indianapolis-area store
The clothing retailer is expected to welcome customers next spring at The Shops at Perry Crossing in Plainfield.
Mexican eatery in Castleton moving to make way for retail project
The building housing Los Cabos Mexican Grill on East 82nd Street will be demolished in favor of a retail development occupied by two major eateries.
Outreach center for homeless youth under way but still needs boost
The not-for-profit Outreach Inc. has started construction on the $3.3 million facility on the near-east side and hopes donors can come through with the final $300,000.
O’Malia’s store on south side closing in November
After the store on South Meridian Street shuts its doors next month, just one O’Malia’s grocery will remain.
Developer saves Phillips Temple, converts it into apartments
Van Rooy Properties purchased the nearly century-old landmark last year and embarked on a $6 million project to bring 40 market-rate units to the site at 1226 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. St