Activating the Suburbs: Beyond the 9-5

This tour travels to Cool Springs, a 1990s suburban development originally centered on a mall, and explores how suburban hubs are being transformed as vibrant, mixed-use destinations with activity that extends beyond traditional workday hours. In Cool Springs, retail, dining, residential, and office spaces are intentionally integrated to create dynamic communities of work, leisure, and connection. Explore the success of placemaking that emphasizes strategies for walkability and a mixture of uses, attracting diverse users, and supporting economic growth in rapidly evolving suburban corridors. The tour will spotlight new as well as established developments in Cool Springs that have been revitalized with engaging retail, dining, and entertainment experiences, offering fresh inspiration for the future of suburban development.