brown building with a clock tower

Redevelopment

The Forum Transformed

Originally opened in 2002, The Forum was acquired by joint venture partners North American Properties (NAP) and Nuveen Real Estate in March 2022 with plans to transform the open-air lifestyle center into a true mixed-use destination, marking the duo’s second redevelopment project together. Construction on Phase I, the public realm expansion and retail-focused improvements, began in May 2023 and wrapped up on August 8, 2024. The Forum’s merchandise collection is also getting a revamp, bringing new eateries, services and shops to downtown Peachtree Corners. Future phases include multifamily and a boutique hotel.

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Construction Updates

– 1.29 Fencing goes up in preparation for construction on the South Plaza (see below map for the adjusted traffic flow).
– 2.1 Construction officially begins on the South Plaza.
– 2.16 Storm structures are installed under the future green space that will collect and drain rain water.
– 3.1 Water, power and grease lines are prepared for Jewel Box 3.
– 3.8 Ground is graded and leveled in preparation for Jewel box 3 foundation installation.
– 3.22 Concrete is poured for foundation of Jewel Box.
– 4.4 ADA ramp is installed in front of Versona for access to plaza.
– 4.22 Concrete is poured for valet service and parking.
– 4.24 Water and electrical lines are installed underneath turf plaza.
– 5.10 Steel framework for Jewel Box 3 goes up.
– 5.23 Jewel Box 3’s rooftop deck is installed.
– 5.28 Steel framework for stage and valet goes up. 
– 6.04 Concrete foundation poured for shade sails.
– 6.10 Concrete poured around stage, Jewel Box patio and Nando’s patio. 
– 6.20 Stairs and hand railings for rooftop deck installed.
– 6.22 Stage and valet roof build out.
– 7.3 Multicolored pavers laid for pedestrian walkways.
– 7.5 Lighting and electrical work installed in stage.
– 7.6 Jewel Box 3 is painted and waterproofed.
– 7.13 Artificial turf is laid out.
– 7.18 Boxwood wall installed inside Welcome Veranda.
– 7.19 Wood deck for furniture vignette completed.
– 7.20 New landscaping continues to be planted.
– 7.26 Light poles installed throughout Plaza.
– 8.5 Construction on The Plaza is completed.
– 8.8 The Plaza is revealed to the community at Celebrate The Forum.

Debut of The Plaza

Transformation Timeline

A group of people enjoying a lively outdoor event with colorful lights and live music, looking at fireworks in the night sky
August 2024

The Plaza is completed and opens to the public at grand opening event Celebrate The Forum

Green space with black poles and a covered stage under construction, with a person working on it
July 2024

Turf for plaza and final design elements are installed

concrete poured all Plaza walking paths
June 2024

Concrete is poured for all Plaza walking paths

May 2024

Steel framework for stage and jewel box goes up

Under construction parking space and sidewalk outside Barnes & Noble and Talbots shop center.
April 2024

Concrete is poured for valet service and parking

March 2024

Underground preparations, including power, water and sanitary lines underway for Plaza and jewel box

Excavators breaking ground on a construction site
February 2024

Construction officially begins on the South Plaza

Fencing with a sign that says 'Let's Be Social' in preparation for construction on the South Plaza.
January 2024

Fencing goes up in preparation for construction on the South Plaza, the larger of the two green spaces

aerial view of construction shopping center process
October 2023

North Plaza, our first and smaller of two new green spaces, opens

aerial view of construction site
August 2023

Roofing and sheathing for both jewel boxes complete

aerial view of framing process during construction
July 2023

Foundation, water and sanitary line for both jewel boxes are laid out

excavator at a construction site
May 2023

Construction officially begins on the north end plaza

big group of people at The Forum groundbreaking event
April 2023

NAP and Nuveen celebrate the start of The Forum’s redevelopment with a groundbreaking ceremony

old man in suit posing next to Memorial Fountain sign while touching a bench
April 2023

NAP dedicates a memorial to Debbie Mason, the first First Lady of Peachtree Corners

head of train with wreath and Christmas decor
November 2022

New holiday décor installed on property

people on lawn chairs watching live music
August 2022

NAP rolls out first consistent calendar of events with start of signature events, including Friday Night Live and Forum Fit

modern apartment building design
August 2022

NAP receives approval on its rezoning request to add apartments and a boutique hotel to The Forum

banner with photo of hands holding cocktail drinks
August 2022

NAP completes rebrand, unveils The Forum's new identity to the community

shopping centers at The Forum's clock tower
March 2022

NAP and Nuveen form joint venture partnership to acquire The Forum

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