We have designed the building massing model around three 80ft specimen oak trees. These gifts from nature will define the shaded umbrella seating areas of the Bistro Piazza. There will be line of sight "teaser" glimpses of the dining component/cafe activity for the Falls of Neuse traffic, and important aspect of a destination location. The Bistro Piazza area will have a southern exposure, allowing the proper solar orientation for all seasons - shade in summer and maximum sun in the winter.

All parking will be at the periphery and below the village, allowing pedestrian entry at multiple locations. Once in the village, all traffic will be pedestrian, from the Bistro Piazza to the center court fountain and along the paved streets that expose quaint shops and markets.

It is anticipated that lessor approval will be given to no more than 3 premier restaurants of varying tastes, with fine dining, Bistro dining and outdoor cafe offerings.

A Gourmet Market with fine specialty, organic, and prepared to go gourmet foods is integral to our food component. We believe that a Pastry/Bakery Shop, a Chocolatier, and other compatible specialty food purveyors will complete the our mix.

The retail boutiques of Lafayette can accommodate: Ladies, Mens and Children's Clothing and Accessories; Designer Shoes, Antiques, Estate Jewelry, Fine Jewelry, Fine Linens, Home Decor, Florist, Fine Papers and Stationary, Designer Eye Wear, Gift Shop, custom Tailor/ Alteration, Wine and Smoke Shop, Apothecary, Gourmet Kitchen, and other Specialty shops of quality/unique offerings.

Properly mixed, this European village setting will attract the selective shoppers/diners, who will visit often for the boutiques and bistros. It will also act as a gathering place as the old country village did, with meetings of friends at the Piazza Fountain or passing on the shopping streets. One can envision an occasional Cellist and Flutist set up to liven the atmosphere - a Balloon Man to bring the vision of a Monet painting to life.