Ashton Woods Begins Work At Glenridge Site

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SANDY SPRINGS, GA -- Initial groundbreaking activities are underway on Ashton Woods' latest venture in Sandy Springs.

The company announced late last week that work will begin on the northern, 47-acre tract of its Aria neighborhood, which will be situated along Abernathy Road.

Residents can expect a mixed-use development of lofts, townhomes and single family homes surrounded by retail shops, restaurants and "significant outdoor green space and parks," the company said.

“We chose the name Aria to unify the community’s design concept of bringing nature and urban life together into a living symphony,” said Mike Busher, senior vice president of Ashton Woods Atlanta. “Our vision is to create a village ringed by trees, all in a pedestrian friendly environment.”

Renderings illustrate pools, green spaces and other amenities along with a community of local businesses in an environment connected by tree-lined sidewalks. Homeowners and visitors will be welcomed by a pond at the entrance of the property, Ashton Woods states.

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Ashton Woods will be dedicating a portion of the Aria property to the city of Sandy Springs to be used as a public park, complete with walkways, trails and areas to enjoy the natural landscape.

“The Sandy Springs Conservancy is excited to learn that construction will soon begin at the Glenridge property,” said Steve Levetan, chairman of the board at the Conservancy. “The development signals the start of a process that will ultimately conclude with Ashton Woods’ dedication of significant parkland to the city.”

Once completed, the development will consist of roughly 100 acres, 29 of which are south of Abernathy Road between Glenridge Drive and Barfield Road, and 25 acres west of Glenridge Drive.

Mercedes-Benz USA previously announced that its headquarters will be built on the south side of the property.

“We’re excited to bring the vision of this community to life,” said Ken Balogh, president and CEO of Ashton Woods. “Homes on the property will showcase the same exceptional design that distinguishes Ashton Woods among discerning home buyers."

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Renderings via Ashton Woods