The Houston Chronicle presents a lesson in how (and why) to convert the aesthetic of a university-adjacent retail center from suburban to urban.
"The Village Arcade was recently turned over to new management by its landlord, Rice University, and a plan is in place to transform the property from a staid suburban-style shopping center to a place with a hip, urban vibe has a similar character to the shops around it," according to an article by Nancy Sarnoff.
The article details the planning and thought process behind the makeover for the Village Arcade, which sticks out like a sore thumb compared to the more authentic urbanism across the street at Rice Village.
FULL STORY: Rice-owned Village Arcade shedding its suburban skin
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