If you have driven on Hwy 75 North through Allen, chances are you have noticed something new and very exciting taking shape at the Bethany exit. Initially slated to open in the summer of 2007, the development called Watters Creek was delayed and the grand opening ribbon cutting did not take place until May 2008. However, PF Chang's did open for business in July 2007 and Market Street in February 2008.

Watters Creek give shoppers a "retail resort" with beautiful natural features, abundant landscaping and outdoor restaurant seating, curved streets, meandering pathways, pond surrounding by restaurants, shade structures, interactive art that children could climb on, and even a community fireplace. This center has a village look and feel with colors and textures that follow the rolling topography of the area.

Before the developer, Trademark Property, started building the project, they invited two dozen women from the Allen area to provide input on the center's layout, landscaping, parking options, pedestrian walkways and even outdoor art. With the insightful contributions from these women, Watters Creek provides an extraordinary shopping experience that enhances the quality of life for residences and visitors.

Watters Creek has 1.15 million square feet of mixed-used development with specialty retail shops such as Sephora, Vera Bradley, Chico's, White House | Black Market, Swoozies, Sunglass Hut, Starbucks and Cru. These new additions join a growing list of top national and regional specialty retailers including Market Street gourmet grocer, Borders, Ann Taylor Loft, Jos. A. Bank, Eddie Bauer, Origins, Francesca's and Village Jewelers. Shoppers and visitors can look forward to dining at these exquisite restaurants at Watters Creek: PF Changs, Naan Korean Grills and Sushi Bar, Cru Wine Bar & Bistro, Brio Tuscan Grill, Grimaldi's Coal Brick Oven Pizzeria, Woodlands Grill & Gathering Place, Cheesecake Factory, and Mi Cocina.

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Content and photos by Janus Real Estate Group. All rights reserved. Copyright 2008.