AT&T has been selected to provide The Lake District with the nation’s most advanced technology infrastructure on its 100% Fiber Network, it was announced today (8.30.19).
According to Developer Yehuda Netanel, The Lake District, over the past year, became the focus of innovative technology service providers competing to serve the community. The announcement comes after months of planning and negotiating, said Mr. Netanel.
“The visionary undertaking of The Lake District, a 160+ acre high-end mixed-use community, has been making waves that reach far beyond Lakeland, TN and well outside the retail industry,” said Mr. Netanel.
“AT&T proposed making The Lake District a part of their Digital Connected Community. Key features include the entire infrastructure built 100% on fiber optic cables, enabling the fastest internet connectivity in the country,” said Mr. Netanel. “Both residents and business will have access to ultra-high-speed internet on AT&T’s 100% fiber network. We’re committed to making The Lake District more than just the future of retail, we’re making it the future of communities.”
The implications of an entire community built with this technology at its core are far reaching, said Mr. Netanel. Companies like Malco Theatres can feel confident integrating emerging technologies, like virtual reality, into its business model knowing it has the support from AT&T’s infrastructure, said Mr. Netanel.
Director of Development Maggie Gallagher said, “We are embracing how the digital world continues to cross-over into every aspect of our daily lives. AT&T has spared no expense developing a system that offers not only modern-day conveniences like designated spaces with free high-speed Wi-Fi at least 10x faster than Wi-Fi currently available. But also, futuristic experiences including augmented reality and support for cutting edge special events featuring choreographed drone light shows! Our technology rivals that of some of the most iconic amusement parks in the United States.”
According to the developer, one of the most compelling features AT&T presented was its approach to fiber optic internet. “In most cases, end-users do not experience the full capabilities of fiber optics because homes connect to the infrastructure via outdated slow copper wires. Homes (and businesses) at The Lake District will connect directly to the fiber infrastructure without being slowed down by old technology.”
Mr. Netanel continued, “In addition to providing The Lake District with fiber optic internet, AT&T will be opening a new generation concept store next to Starbucks that will incorporate the latest technology in the way it is conveyed to the consumer. More than a tenant, they are our technology partner providing everyone in The Lake District access to endless possibilities.”
The full list of tenants include: Carmen Bond and Social, Phillip Ashley Chocolates, Frida’s Restaurante Mexicano, Osaka Japanese Cuisine, Memphis BBQ Co., Brickhouse Fitness, Elite Total Health, Starbucks, Malco Theatres, Gould’s Salon and Spa, Gloss Nail Bar, The Stock Market, a 6,000-square foot wine and liquor store by the Kardoush Brothers, and Hollywood Feed. Mr. Netanel said more announcements will be coming soon.
Additional information is available at www.thelakedistrict.us and @TheLakeDistrictTN on Facebook. Mrs. Gallagher may be reached at 901-229-9690 or Maggie@TheLakeDistrict.us.
The upscale 160-acre mixed-use community will surround a 10-acre lake and waterways at I-40 and Canada Road in Lakeland. Planned for the project are five districts including inline retail, main street, hotels, pad sites and offices, and residential.
Phase 1 schedule of delivery of space for tenant build out is fall 2020 with businesses opening for the 2020 holidays.
