Occupancy rates and retail store openings are up, and businesses are looking to grow into shopping centers, both big and small. If you are responsible for planning a small shopping center or strip mall, creating a positive customer experience without sacrificing profits is a must.

Strip mall buildings are available in various styles and range in size. They typically accommodate three or more tenants and feature glass storefronts and separate entries for each tenant. Most strip mall designs are one level, but some may have multiple levels. Commercial building plans offer an alternative to strip mall designs.

These strip mall plans are ideal for private practice medical offices, restaurants, and small businesses such as a bookstore, coffee shop, hair salon and more. They are also great for investment property with tenants paying rent for a space in the strip mall.

Try these three tips. 1. Think Beyond Retail Strip malls were originally designed to drive retail store traffic as people passed by. But with the advent of modern shopping options, fewer people need to physically go out to do their shopping.