07/30/2026
Under construction in the Design District: The Seam Design District
The former Oak Lawn Design Plaza, a tired 1970s shopping center, is being transformed into The Seam, a 160,000-square-foot retail and dining destination. Rather than demolishing the site, the project reuses the existing buildings, opening them up with landscaped courtyards, shaded walkways, new façades, and a slightly more connected pedestrian experience.
While the development is still suburban in its overall layout, it’s a significant improvement over what was there before.
The first confirmed tenants include maman, the New York City café known for its pastries and brunch; Aba, the Chicago-born Mediterranean restaurant; and Lumis, an upscale lounge.
