Houston — Whitestone REIT is underway with the redevelopment of Lion Square, a 117,592-square-foot shopping center located in Southwest Houston’s Asiatown District at the intersection of Bellaire Boulevard and Wilcrest Drive. Michael Hsu Office of Architecture is upgrading the property’s design with traditional Chinese and Vietnamese architectural influences, with plans to transform the center into a cultural hub that will serve the city’s expansive Asian community. The property will include greenery, sustainable irrigation systems, security and lighting enhancements and a focus on improving the center’s walkability.
Asian grocer Sun Wing Supermarket anchors the property, with additional tenants at the center including Crown Seafood Restaurant, Sam’s Spa & Nail Supply, KPOT Korean BBQ and Hot Pot, and Thuan Kieu Com Tam.
Whitestone is also currently in the process of renovating the 5,100-square-foot pad site on the corner of Bellaire Boulevard and Wilcrest Drive to incorporate Asian elements into the building’s exterior. Upon completion, the space will house an Asian-themed restaurant.