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The Saratoga Marketplace, an indoor shopping and dining staple in downtown Saratoga Springs, has used the recent economic closure to modify the retail destination.
Updates have included interior and exterior changes to individual stores and common spaces as well as the addition of new and expanded businesses.
The two-story retail arcade has a restored tin ceiling, new interior painting and new lighting throughout. The property will continue with further updates in the coming months. The owners also added safety precautions for customer care while shopping, according to ownership.
A new bright and airy interior coordinates with the updated exterior courtyard complete with new turf lawn, tropical plants and spacious outdoor seating for Comfort Kitchen, the Night Owl and Tatu, the property’s restaurant establishments.
The space is home to more than 14 retail, lifestyle and restaurant properties. New businesses that have recently opened include Into Mischief, featuring gifts and home décor boutique; Saratoga Chocolate Co.; Bella and Lindy, a dog gifts and treats store; Studio Sweet, a furniture designer; and Saratoga CBD Wellness. Betsy Olmsted Designs, a local textile designer with who’s been featured in Country Living, House Beautiful and HGTV Magazine, opened her first brick-and-mortar storefront on the main level.
The Saratoga Marketplace is home to art galleries including Frankie Flores, David Hill and Amp Gallery which features approximately 20 of the region’s top local artists. Lex and Cleo, which presents children’s clothing, gifts and toys has expanded in its new space at the front of the building. Also updated are Lucia, Paper Dolls, Pangea and Yoga Mandali.
The courtyard at Saratoga Marketplace connects the mall with its sister property, 17 Maple Ave., which has undergone extensive renovations over the last year, including the launch of the cocktail bar and dance club, The Night Owl. Tatu, an authentic Mexican restaurant, opened last fall on the newly renovated second floor.
The Aston, is a modern living space available for private bookings. The Aston sits on the third floor, above Tatu. The penthouse-style apartment has a rooftop patio, high ceilings with three bedrooms and 1.5 baths.
“The Marketplace and 17 Maple Ave. have reached the vision we have held for the last 20 years for these historic buildings,” said Mark Straus, co-owner of both properties. “The prevalence of young entrepreneurs occupying businesses within our walls is inspiring and a testament to how much incredible local talent our city produces.”
The Saratoga Marketplace is owned by Saratoga Historic Restorations, with Thomas Gardner and Straus as partners.
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