ATLANTA, GA

Progress is under way on a new 17-acre urbanist development in Buckhead. Phase I of the project, Piazza at Paces, will feature a 212,000-square foot mid-rise office building called The Forum and a 12-story condominium building called The Borgese. Piazza at Paces will showcase a European style open space, or piazza, between the two buildings.

The classic ornamental use of land around most Italian villas was the inspiration behind the landscaping of Piazza at Paces. Research revealed that it was important to use the formal gardens and other landscaping highlights, such as gazebos and fountains, to complement the Italian Renaissance motif of the development. Designed by Hughes, Good, O'Leary & Ryan, the landscaping will also include formal gardens along with a double row of oaks lining the main road. Bob Anderson, president of Ronus, part of the project team, said, "When you combine the landscaping with the architecture, Piazza at Paces will be a place for people who appreciate life."