As we continue highlighting notable developments within the Upper Westside, this month we take a look at 8West. This development, now underway, promises to unite Atlanta’s rich art scene with luxury residences and retail experiences.
8West (under construction, delivery expected Spring 2020)
Developers: Atlantic Capital Properties and Gateway Ventures
175,000 sf office
25,000 sf retail
264 Apartments by Trammell Crow Residential
Located at the corner of 8th and Howell Mill, 8West is a development on the Upper Westside of Atlanta featuring office, retail, residential, skyline views, and public art.
For developers Atlantic Capital Properties and Gateway Ventures, the sky’s the limit. The nine-story building will feature 360-degree views of the city in addition to amenities like an art wall, a bike barn for bike parking and repair, an outdoor public plaza, and a designated rideshare pickup/drop off to help alleviate traffic congestion in the area. Current retailers and restaurants we know and love will stay as part of the project (Bocado, Arden’s Garden, A Ma Maniere, Bartaco and Hathaway Gallery) and three new restaurants will be added.
When asked about the goals of this development Jim Meyer of Atlantic Capital Properties is quoted as saying “…With 8 West, we have designed a project which will appeal to creative companies and individuals who value walkability and unparalleled access to the best restaurants and entertainment venues in Atlanta – a place where people want to be…”
To learn more about 8West, see the articles below:
https://atlanta.curbed.com/2019/1/18/18188318/west-midtown-mixed-use-8west-howell-mill
https://whatnowatlanta.com/8-west-westside/
https://atlantaintownpaper.com/2018/07/new-mixed-use-development-8west-coming-to-the-westside/
