NetPark Tampa Bay

NetPark Tampa Bay is a unique business park located in the East Lake-Orient Park neighborhood of Tampa, Florida, developed from the former East Lake Square Mall, which opened in 1976. Initially a bustling shopping destination with major anchors like JCPenney and Montgomery Ward, the mall faced decline in the 1990s due to competition and changing demographics, leading to its closure in 1998. The site was transformed into a business park and reopened in 1999, now housing various offices, including call centers and amenities like childcare and fitness facilities. This redevelopment reflects the area's shift from retail to commercial use, making it an interesting case study for urban transformation and economic adaptation.