The Artisan at 8701 West Parmer Lane

The Artisan at 8701 West Parmer Lane

By Janice Vallin Friday, 26 February 2010

NORTHWEST AUSTIN — Mixed-use development is becoming a big buzzword and trend in cities across the U.S. Often found in metropolitan areas, mixed-use districts utilize many forms of public transit that connect restaurants, service-oriented business, residential communities and retail in one hub of development. One example can be found along West Parmer Lane: This colorful Artisan complex breaks up a rural plain with an intermingling of apartment homes, doctor’s offices, salons and restaurants.

Zakia’s Greek Cuisine serves authentic Mediterranean fare. Formerly The Greek Pita House, Zakia’s reopened at The Artisan in October 2008. Customers can enjoy indoor or outdoor dining with covered tables when weather permits. Most of the time customers will find owner Zakia Benyoucef welcoming guests to her restaurant. Call 670-1000 or visit www.zakiasgreekcuisine.com.

Tonic Lounge, The Artisan’s local bar, offers a weekday happy hour with signature drinks, beer and wine. Its trendy decor offers patrons leather couches and flat-screen televisions. WiFi is also available for customer use. It’s located at Ste. 2128. Call 584-8225 or visit www.tonicloungeaustin.com.

Subway serves hot and cold 6-inch and foot-long sandwiches. The Artisan Subway location in Ste. 2127 is open daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Call 275-9476 or visit www.subway.com.

Advanced Smiles Dental opened in 2002 by partners Dr. Juli Eivens and Dr. Jennifer Laubach. They specialize in cosmetic and general family dentistry located in Ste. 1124. Call 258-3384 or visit www.advancedsmilesdental.com.

Majoris, a workers’ compensation and healthcare network, is located in Ste.1122. The company relocated to The Artisan development in November 2009. Call 250-0238 or visit www.majorishealthsystems.com.

Korey Howell Photography in Ste. 1121 offers digital photography for individuals, websites, social media and many marketing and/or advertising mediums. There is a menu of session fees and packages to choose from. On-site corporate headshots and personal portraits are also available. Call 331-7744 or visit www.koreyhowell.com.

Clarus Agency located in Ste.1120 provides digital creative and production services for technology and consumer companies and their agencies. The agency just announced availability of development services for Apple’s iPad. Call 203-4328 or visit www.clarusagency.com.

A+ Dry Cleaners and Alterations owned by husband-and-wife team Dong and Lydia Shin opened in 2005 in Ste. 2122. The couple alter clothing ranging from skirt and pant hems to wedding dresses. Customers can also bring cushions, curtains and pillows for sewing and recovering. Call 249-9013.

Motion Chiropractic and Acupuncture, in Ste. 2121, has been an Artisan tenant for more than five years. Dr. Lorenz Hamburger specializes in wellness through chiropractic care. He uses specific techniques to restore motion to joints. Dr. Erica Manger’s mission is to guide individuals on their way to optimal health, naturally without drugs, surgery or pain medication, and to prevent further disease or pain. Call 258-8880 or visit www.motchiro.com.

Bang Salon & Day Spa is owned by Shaune Haas, who also owns the Breakfast Club Network, and provides networking opportunities for local small business owners. It is in Ste. 2120. Call 514-1141 or visit www.bangdayspa.com.

The Mary Kay Cosmetics success center located in Ste. 2118 offers training classes for consultants Wednesday evenings. For more information, e-mail Patty Olson, independent executive senior sales director, at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

EnGedi-Life in Ste. 2119 is a casual, nondenominational church with worship services on Sunday from 10:15 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Call 258-3515 or visit www.engedilife.org.

Artisan Luxury Apartment Homes, managed by Trinity Property Consultants, is an urban lifestyle property made up of live-work spaces. Some of the apartment amenities include more than 48 different floor plans, master suites, spacious closets and direct access garages. Call 866-543-9242 or visit www.trinity-artisan.com.