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The Pallazzo: A Vision of Luxury and Elegance by STEPHANIE CRIDER More often than not Bragg Boulevard gets a bad rap despite the fact that several businesses, cultural establishments and eateries are consistently recognized and voted "Best of" in our annual Best of Fayetteville Readership Survey. However, that image is changing as Bragg Blvd. slowly, but surely, is being revamped and revitalized with many new businesses and dwell- ings popping up. Residents and business owners are pleased with the progress and changes. One of the newest develop- here more than 44 years ago after being impressed with the area and the local hospitality he received here during his business trips. "Fayetteville is a phenomenal place" states Rajan, "and we have been so fortunate that this gracious community has embraced all of our endeavors." Many people feel the same way including Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce President, Doug Peters, who said it's re- freshing to see such a strong commitment to local economic devel- opment as Rajan's and to actually share in the excitement of watch- ing his dream become a reality. Like many others in the community Peters feels that the Shamdasani family is a major force in encouraging and driving investment into our region. "Rajan Shamdasani represents not only a variety of businesses in the community but also a family with great vision, values and commitment. Shamdasani's passion for the Fayetteville community is clear and evidenced by his actions as an entrepreneurial pioneer developing, and redeveloping, the Bragg Boulevard corridor." says Peters. It will be impressive. The 32,523 sf Pallazzo complex will be high-end office ments on the boulevard is the luxury apartment complex, The Villagio which opened in 2011. At nearly 90% occupancy, it's been such a success that local owner/developer Rajan Shamdasani is continuing his Bragg Blvd. revitalization efforts with an aggressive new venture, The Pallazzo. The Pallazzo will be a luxury commercial condominium style office complex. Shamdasani has called Fayetteville home since he relocated condos offering local businesses luxury office accommodations with amenities commonly found in larger metropolitan cities. Amenities like WIFI throughout, a luxurious and spacious lobby, several large meeting rooms and an enchanting roof top garden complete with a walking trail. It's commercial office space but, like resi- dential condos, the tenants can own their own customized space and build equity in their investment. To create The Pallazzo, Shamdasani gathered input from local businesses and community leaders about how to best meet the needs of the tenants. His vision, along with the painstaking evaluation of ideas from four archi- tectural firms, resulted in its unique style and will speak volumes to showcase our businesses, community and future economic development partners. Everyone is excited about the project. "This is going Rajan Shamdasani's vision of the Pallazzo. provide design input to customize their space. "This a great opportunity and invest- ment for anyone who needs office space - doctors, lawyers, contractors, you name it," said Taylor. "As we know what tenants are looking for we can accommodate their needs to make this a space perfectly suited to their needs." Rajan Shamdasani is planning a special reception on June 27 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Villagio to share his vision with local businesses and com- munity leaders and provide them the opportunity to view the plans of the complex. It is this type of vision and investment that keeps our community growing. STEPHANIE CRIDER, Associate Editor. COMMENTS? Editor@ upandcomingweekly.com by TYLER OLSSON With the 2012 Coastal Plain League season nearly halfway complete, the Fayetteville SwampDogs have been enjoying yet another season with the best fans in the league. Fans have been treated to unique and exciting promotions during each home game at "The Swamp," with the fun seemingly just beginning. The SwampDogs Nation has already seen two of the season's four fire- works extravaganzas, with the greatest of them all just days away. The previ- ous fireworks show followed a walk- off victory for the SwampDogs, as Sal Giardina ripped a solo home run in the bottom of the ninth inning to provide some bonus fireworks to end the game. Fayetteville expects an even larger crowd for an even bigger show on Tuesday, July 3, part of a terrific week for fans at "The Swamp." Full of exciting opportunities to WWW.UPANDCOMINGWEEKLY.COM Join the SwampDogs to Celebrate Our Nation's Freedom check out the SwampDogs in person, this week includes games on Friday, Saturday and Tuesday. Friday, June 29 is Summertime St. Patty's Day, where the luck of the Irish returns to "The Swamp." The first 500 fans 21 and older will receive a souvenir glass courtesy of Healy Wholesale and Heineken. Saturday, June 30 is a Salute to the Military presented by Wells Fargo Home Mortgage. One-of-a-kind camouflage jerseys will be auctioned following the game to benefit the Wounded Warrior Project. Tuesday, July 3 is the biggest and brightest to be the only office building in Fayetteville with a roof garden complete with a walking trail and a covered area," said Project Manager Dee Taylor. "You can have picnic tables and can eat out or even have meetings up there. We are looking to revitalize the area as well as go green and this is the common sense way to do it. It will be good for people who work there, good for the environment and it just makes sense. It will be something you just don't see in Fayetteville, yet." Taylor added that even though there are de- tailed conceptual drawings, initial tenants/owners who purchase early will have a greater opportunity to fireworks extravaganza of the season, courtesy of Hendrick Chrysler Jeep and Disaster One, as the SwampDogs honor America. With limited tickets remaining, the SwampDogs celebrate a victory at the Swamp. SwampDogs urge fans to reserve their seats now for this week's games. Call the business office at (910)-426-5900, and for all things SwampDogs visit www.goswampdogs.com. JUNE 27 - JULY 3, 2012 UCW 17