Tracking the Momentum of Mixed-Use, Hospitality, and Coffee-Driven Real Estate.
The way we plan and operate physical spaces is undergoing a generational shift. Today’s real estate projects are no longer defined solely by square footage or architectural style – they’re shaped by footfall behavior, data infrastructure, and digital readiness. For built environment marketers, this means a broader set of tools and expectations: every square foot must be measurable, connected, and primed for engagement.
That’s where the Free Aislelabs Property Database comes in.
Each month, we track new and upcoming developments across:
The May 2025 edition introduces around 30 new properties across North America, Europe, and the Middle East in each category, highlighting how the physical and digital layers of space are converging. From WiFi marketing to location analytics and visitor database growth, these new sites represent more than development – they represent opportunity.
What’s Inside This Month
- A major mixed-use redevelopment reshaping urban flow in Atlanta
- A lifestyle hotel project redefining urban hospitality in Denver
- A fast-expanding coffee chain with 70+ locations anchoring high-traffic zones
Each one tells a story of activation – where space meets strategy.
Why Are Anchor Stores Still Important and How Are Coffee Shops Filling That Role?
In a retail world transformed by omnichannel expectations, the idea of the “anchor tenant” is evolving. Traditionally led by department stores or movie theatres, anchor tenants were selected to pull in consistent traffic and catalyze surrounding leases.
Now, many of those anchors are coffee shops.
Why coffee shops?
- They generate repeat, high-frequency visits daily
- They open early in a development’s life cycle, often activating the first phase of foot traffic
- They seamlessly support WiFi marketing and CRM onboarding through guest networks
- They grow a property’s visitor database organically through dwell time and opt-in touchpoints
As developers look for smarter ways to activate properties, cafes and QSRs are becoming critical tools—not just for convenience, but for data capture and digital engagement.
Featured Mixed-Use Development
Lotus Grove – Doraville, GA, USA
- Developer: Resia
- Expected Opening: 2027, Quarter TBD
- Why It Matters: A sustainability-focused, mixed-use development project planned for the Atlanta metro area. Designed with integrated public plazas, retail, and residential components, it reflects the future of walkable neighborhoods with embedded digital infrastructure.
Featured Hotel Development
Ballfield at Auraria – Denver, CO, USA
- Developer: Columbia Ventures
- Expected Opening: 2027, Quarter TBD
- Why It Matters: A hybrid district development blending student housing, lodging, and community amenities in downtown Denver. Positioned near university and sports zones, it presents strong potential for location-aware guest engagement and loyalty integrations.
Featured Coffee Shop Development
7 Brew Coffee – United States (70+ Locations)
- Developer: 7 Brew Coffee
- Latest Openings: Began expanding aggressively, in early 2025
- Why It Matters: A rapidly expanding drive-thru coffee chain known for speed, loyalty-driven marketing, and suburban reach. 7 Brew remains one of the most compelling retail brands in our database. For property owners, 7 Brew functions as a digital-first anchor, pulling daily traffic and powering engagement from the parking lot.
Included in the Full Property Database
Each monthly edition includes:
- Project name, type, city, state, country
- Developer name, URL, and LinkedIn
- Expected go-live date by year and quarter
- Links to social pages and tenant websites
- Filters by region, category, and timeline
Request a Demo to access the complete dataset and see how Aislelabs helps turn spaces into intelligent customer platforms.
At Aislelabs, we help turn WiFi from a cost center to a profit center. From malls to airports to coffee chains, our platform helps leading venues optimize operations, drive revenue, and deliver smarter experiences.
Want to learn how our team can help you unlock insights from your locations? Get in touch with us today.
