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Van Aken District

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The Van Aken District was a 15-year project with three major themes: the importance of purposeful planning, public-private partnerships, and transit-oriented development as a vehicle for neighborhood and economic revitalization. Inspired by the Shaker Heights spirit of quality, craftsmanship and entrepreneurialism, the Van Aken District offers a unique blend of urban and suburban lifestyles in a city deeply rooted in history, culture, and diversity. It’s a mixed-use development with retail, restaurants, fitness studios, doctors’ offices—all the things you need. It’s a place that inspires gathering and comes to life through the connections of residents and business owners.

Location
Shaker Heights, Ohio

Program
+ Mixed-use community development
+ 100,000 sq. ft. retail, including market hall
+ 65,000 sq. ft. office space
+ 103 luxury apartment units
+ 0.25 acres public park

Development Partners
Uplands Real Estate Partners

Opened
2018

Awards & Recognition

2021
Urban Land Institute
Award for Excellence

2020
LEED ND Gold (Pending)

ICSC North American Design & Development
New Development/Mixed-use

2019
American Planning Association
National Planning Achievement

American Planning Association
Focus Built Project