HOTWORX is heating up across the country
Early last year, Stirling Properties was selected to exclusively represent HOTWORX, a new-to-market fitness concept, in its aggressive expansion efforts across the U.S.
To date, Stirling Properties is excited to announce that 40 HOTWORX locations have been leased, and 50 more are expected by the end of the year. Our brokers are anticipating more than 100 new locations in the pipeline per year over the next five years!
Joe Gardner, CCIM, and Thomas Bryan, Stirling Properties’ Sales and Leasing Executives, are the exclusive national tenant rep brokers for HOTWORX. Utilizing the Retail Brokers Network (RBN) and the local knowledge of individual brokers across the country, this dynamic duo is working diligently to secure the perfect national retail locations for the new fitness concept—the ideal space required is between 1,500-2,500 square feet.
HOTWORX—founded in New Orleans, LA—is revolutionizing the fitness industry by providing the ultimate hot exercise experience and is the first to launch a 24/7 business franchise model through the use of its proprietary patent-pending technology. It is a virtually instructed exercise program created for users to experience the many benefits of infrared heat absorption, while completing a 30-minute isometric workout or 15-min high-intensity interval training (HIIT) session. As the infrared heat penetrates the body, the isometric postures further accelerate detoxification by physically removing toxins from organs through muscle contraction.
Currently, the company has locations in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Tennessee, and Texas. Future studio sites also include locations in the greater New Orleans area and surrounding Gulf Coast region. For a complete list of HOTWORX stores, click here.
“Our HOTWORX fitness concept is rapidly expanding. We are happy to continue our partnership with Stirling Properties, a proven leader in the real estate industry, to grow our business across the nation. We are still seeking franchisees for various business opportunities and will be announcing new HOTWORX locations soon,” said Stephen Smith, HOTWORX CEO.
“Stirling Properties is proud of our successful partnership with HOTWORX—a company that was founded right here in New Orleans. This unique concept is growing in popularity across the nation and is quickly becoming a leading fitness provider,” said Bryan. “Landlords and property owners are attracted to this type of tenant, not only for its ability to backfill empty retail space but also for its ability to drive traffic to neighboring stores. We look forward to announcing many more locations in communities across the U.S.”
For more information on HOTWORX and franchise opportunities, visit www.hotworx.net.
Stirling Properties Announces True Food Kitchen as Tenant of The Julia at Saint Charles in New Orleans
Health-driven restaurant brand to anchor new mixed-used development in Warehouse District
The Julia at Saint Charles rendering
Stirling Properties commercial real estate company is pleased to announce that True Food Kitchen will be the anchor tenant in The Julia at Saint Charles, an upcoming mixed-use development in New Orleans’ Warehouse District. This marks the first Louisiana location for the Arizona-based restaurant brand.
True Food Kitchen is a health-driven, seasonal restaurant merging nutrient-rich ingredients with a flavor-forward menu that rotates regularly to let guests experience great tasting food and thoughtfully crafted beverages—shared in an environment of infectious positivity. Founded by a passionate collective of accomplished chefs, visionary restauranteurs and a renowned doctor of integrated medicine, the restaurant brand is rooted in a belief that delicious dining and conscious nutrition can go hand-in-hand, without sacrificing flavor, creativity or indulgence. Its menu caters to nearly every food preference with a variant of gluten-free, naturally organic, vegetarian and vegan offerings.
Founded in 2008, True Food Kitchen currently has 23 locations in 10 states including California, Texas, Arizona, Georgia, Florida, Colorado, Illinois, Maryland, Virginia and Pennsylvania. The restaurant brand plans to double the number of restaurants it operates over the next three years. True Food Kitchen in New Orleans will occupy over 6,000 square feet of space in addition to a 2,000 square foot outdoor patio located on the corner of Julia Street and St. Charles Avenue. It is expected to open in the summer of 2019.
The Julia at Saint Charles rendering
The Julia at Saint Charles will feature over 16,000 square feet of ground floor commercial space including an exciting mix of local, national, and international retail tenants. In addition to the commercial area, the project comprises almost 200 luxury apartments and enclosed parking facility, which will be available to both the residents and public. Construction is underway, and suite delivery is slated for the 4th Quarter of 2018. The development is set to open in the 2nd Quarter of 2019.
Joe Gardner, CCIM and Carly Plotkin, Sales & Leasing Executives with Stirling Properties, are the listing agents for the retail portion of the property, along with Stuart Zall and Gerardo Aguinis with The Zall Company. John Middleton of MJK Advisors represented True Food Kitchen in the lease transaction. The project is being developed by Audubon Capital Partners of Boston, MA, and Woodward Design + Build.
“We are thrilled to welcome True Food Kitchen as the anchor tenant to The Julia. This is an exciting new-to-market concept—not only for New Orleans but the entire Gulf South region,” said Plotkin. “True Food Kitchen’s innovative food experience will fit perfectly in New Orleans’ vibrant culinary scene, and further solidify our area as an attractive retail destination. We look forward to announcing more great tenants to the development very soon.”
For commercial leasing information, contact Joe Gardner, CCIM at jgardner@stirlingprop.com / (504) 620-8140 or Carly Plotkin at cplotkin@stirlingprop.com / (504) 620-8120.
Stirling Properties to Serve as Exclusive Tenant Rep for Planet Fitness in Greater New Orleans Area
Stirling Properties has recently been awarded the exclusive commercial tenant representation for United PF Partners, a Planet Fitness Franchisee Group, in the greater New Orleans area.
Planet Fitness has become one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers in the U.S. by number of members and locations. With more than 1,600 locations in 50 states, Canada and Latin America, Planet Fitness has continued to spread its unique mission of enhancing people’s lives by providing an affordable, high-quality fitness experience in a welcoming, non-intimidating environment.
United PF is the largest Planet Fitness Franchisee Group in the nation and growing at a pace of over 20 new clubs per year. There are currently seven Planet Fitness locations in the greater New Orleans area, including Covington, Gretna, Kenner, Metairie, New Orleans (Crowder Blvd.), River Ridge, and Slidell. Moving forward, United PF’s expansion goal is to ensure total market penetration, allowing convenient and affordable fitness access for all consumers in the market.
Ryan Pécot and Carly Plotkin, Stirling Properties’ Sales and Leasing Executives, are the exclusive tenant representatives for United PF and are working to secure new retail locations for the fitness franchise.
“We are thrilled about our latest partnership with Stirling Properties. With their additional expertise, we look forward to inviting new community members into our clubs and increasing convenience for our members in the Greater New Orleans region,” said Seth Parker, VP of Club Development for United PF.
“Planet Fitness is one of the leading fitness center franchises in the country, and they are planning an aggressive expansion targeting Southeast Louisiana,” said Pécot. “Stirling Properties is excited to have the opportunity to partner with Planet Fitness to help them identify and select the optimal locations to exceed their real estate goals. We look forward to announcing new locations to serve the greater New Orleans area very soon.”
For leasing information, contact Ryan Pécot at rpecot@stirlingprop.com | (337) 572-0246 or Carly Plotkin at cplotkin@stirlingprop.com | (504) 620-8120.
Fresh Food Eatery, Coffee Shop and Clothing Boutique to Open in LSU’s Nicholson Gateway
LSU and Stirling Properties announced today that Frutta Bowls, Starbucks and Private Stock apparel boutique will be retail tenants in the university’s new Nicholson Gateway Development Project, currently under construction on a 28-acre site of the Nicholson Drive Corridor, between West Chimes Street and Skip Bertman Drive.
The three tenants join anchor retailer Matherne’s Market and fast food restaurant Wendy’s in the roughly 50,000-square-foot retail component of Nicholson Gateway, which will serve residents of the project, the LSU community and visitors, as well as the surrounding Baton Rouge area.
“We are thrilled to have Frutta Bowls, Starbucks and Private Stock join Matherne’s Market and Wendy’s in our campus community. I’m confident these new neighbors will enhance the Nicholson Gateway living experience for the more than 1,500 students who will call this new space home in just a few weeks,” said LSU Assistant Vice President of Residential Life Steve Waller.
Matherne’s Market currently under construction
Opening its first Louisiana location, Frutta Bowls is a quick-service eatery offering acai, pitaya, oatmeal and kale bowls topped with fresh ingredients like fruit and granola. Their menu also includes smoothies, protein bites, kombucha and grab-and-go items.
Private Stock offers a selection of upscale sneakers and trendy apparel in a fashion-forward, hip atmosphere. Owner Donnie Alfred is a graduate of LSU and former LSU Track and Field sprinter, and is excited to move his Baton Rouge, La., store location closer to students.
Starbucks will operate a licensed location at LSU with indoor and outdoor seating to be a neighborhood gathering place for Nicholson Gateway residents, all LSU students, faculty, staff and visitors.
Nicholson Gateway Rendering
The LSU Property Foundation, an affiliate of the LSU Foundation, is facilitating Nicholson Gateway. Stirling Properties is serving as the retail developer and leasing broker on the project, working with the prime developer, Georgia-based RISE Real Estate, which specializes in student housing. Stirling Properties will also handle ongoing retail property management.
Opening this month, Nicholson Gateway will include 763 units of apartment-style housing for over 1,500 students, with associated residential support spaces, such as lounge spaces, study areas, community gathering places and retail food service. The project, focused on the largest underdeveloped tract of university-owned property that is adjacent to the campus core, will turn what has traditionally been the back of the campus into an exciting new gateway district while responding to demands for on-campus housing and supporting student success, improving the campus living experience for both undergraduate and graduate students.
For retail leasing information, please contact Dottie Tarleton, CCIM at dtarleton@stirlingprop.com / 225-922-4253 or Rhonda Sharkawy at rsharkawy@stirlingprop.com / 504-620-8145.
For student leasing information, visit lsu.edu/nicholson. Information about the overall project is available at nicholsongateway.com.
New Tenants Coming to Premier Centre in Mandeville
Stirling Properties commercial real estate company is pleased to welcome new tenants to Premier Centre in Mandeville, Louisiana.
- Jose Balli Jewelry will occupy 1,200 square feet of retail space in the former Aéropostalelocation. The southern Louisiana-based jeweler features award-winning gold and sterling silver designs, including Bayou State motifs, such as seafood, alligators and fleurs de lis. This will mark the 5th Louisiana location for the popular jewelry store. It is anticipated to open this December.
- J.Jill women’s apparel, accessories, and footwear is leasing the remaining 3,800 square feet of space to complete the retenanting of the building. J.Jill is a national omnichannel retailer and currently operates four additional locations in Louisiana, including Shreveport, Baton Rouge, Metairie, and Lafayette. The anticipated opening date is scheduled for early spring of 2019.
Rhonda Sharkawy, Senior Retail Leasing & Development Executive, is the exclusive commercial broker for Premier Centre and worked with both tenants to secure their new locations.
Premier Centre, anchored by Whole Foods Market, is located at the corner of U.S. Hwy. 190 & N. Causeway Blvd. in Mandeville, Louisiana, on the Northshore of Lake Pontchartrain in St. Tammany Parish. It consists of approximately 273,000 square feet of retail and restaurant options and is currently 99% leased. Stirling Properties developed Premier Centre, and manages and leases the property.
Tenants include: Whole Foods Market, Bed Bath & Beyond, T.J.Maxx, Stein Mart, Forever 21 Red, Barnes & Noble, Old Navy, Rack Room Shoes, Gap/Gap Kids, Victoria’s Secret, American Eagle Outfitters, Banana Republic, LOFT, Blu Spero, Buckle, Bath & Body Works, H.W. Rosenblum, Earthsavers, Motherhood Maternity, la Madeleine, and Pinkberry. Electric car charging stations are also available in the parking lot near Whole Foods.
Stirling Properties has developed more than 21.3 million square feet of property totaling $1.8 billion, almost exclusively in Louisiana. Other Stirling Properties developments in the area include Fremaux Town Center (Slidell), River Chase (Covington), Northpark Corporate Center (Covington), and Hammond Square (Hammond), to name a few.
For leasing information, contact Rhonda Sharkawy at rsharkawy@stirlingprop.com or (504) 620-8145.
Come Celebrate Summer At the Square!
Things are heating up at Hammond Square! Join us for the annual Summer At The Square celebration at Hammond Square retail center on Saturday, July 14th from 5:30-7:30 p.m. This event is FREE and open to the public.
Guests will enjoy a magician, water wars, carnival games, face painting, balloon artists, and a live radio remote with Kajun 107.1. We’ll be giving away great prizes and promotional items from Hammond Square tenants, including a $100 shopping spree from End of The Lane! The summer festivities will be held on the west side of Target across from the AMC Movie Theatre.
In addition, Hammond Square’s monthly car show, hosted by the Golden Oldies Motor Club, will be held in the parking lot of East of Italy and Nagoya on the same night. So come out and enjoy fun for the whole family.
“Hammond Square is committed to the Hammond community and surrounding areas of Tangipahoa Parish. We want our center to be more than just a place to shop—we want Hammond Square to be a true community center that all residents can enjoy,” said Lindsey Palmer, Director of Property Services with Stirling Properties. “And we have a great assortment of restaurants and retailers that have all the supplies and services you and your family need to get through the summer season.”
We hope to see you there. Visit HammondSquare.com or “like” us on facebook.com/hammondsquare for a complete list of retailers and events.
