For over 10 years Caruso Affiliated has created a unique mix of culture, community and connection drawing millions of visitors each year to its quality destinations that focus on people places such as parks, promenades, fountains and plazas integrated with upscale retail. Reading the mood of today's savvy consumer, the company employs the richest materials and design integrity to create meticulously detailed environments that feel inviting, safe and comfortable for families and people of all ages. This signature "CarusoStyle" has become a recognized brand for the Company and a much-emulated style within the retail industry.

In 2004, Caruso Affiliated unveiled plans for an investment of $1 billion in new retail destinations in California, the largest single retail development program in the nation. Caruso's new family of projects is expected to generate $80 million annually in new taxes for state and local governments as well as 11,000 construction jobs and 8,000 permanent jobs. This is a major expansion of Caruso Affiliated's vision and reach that will expand the loyal customer base it currently enjoys. With an ongoing commitment to design, service and quality, Caruso continues to raise the bar in destination gathering places as well as urban living.