A stroll through Santana Row provides a uniquely urban experience in predominantly suburban San Jose. Its tree-lined avenue and charming old-world storefronts have enticed shoppers and brought Santana Row considerable commercial success. This popularity reflects a renewed interest in urban places — and places that feel urban. As traditional midcentury shopping malls fail across the country, many — like Santana Row — have been transformed into “lifestyle centers" that integrate entertainment, dining, public spaces and even housing into retail destinations. At a recent ºÚÁÏ´«ËÍÃÅforum,
San Jose's Santana Row exemplifies the new breed of retail center that is replacing traditional shopping malls around the country. Photo by .