In commercial real estate, success belongs to the builders who think ahead. Today’s tenants aren’t just looking for four walls and a parking lot—they want locations that align with their business model, workforce expectations, customer behavior, and long-term flexibility. That’s why Kettlestone Lakes was designed with tomorrow’s users in mind.

From flexible zoning and digital infrastructure to walkable site plans and community integration, Kettlestone isn’t just keeping pace with modern development—it’s setting the pace.

Flexible Zoning for Evolving Use Cases

Traditional zoning has long been a barrier to innovation. But Kettlestone, with its mixed-use and forward-compatible parcels, gives developers and tenants the freedom to adapt. Whether you’re planning a flagship location today or leaving room for future expansion, this flexibility means:

• You’re not locked into outdated commercial use categories
• You can integrate hybrid business models (e.g., retail + fulfillment center, restaurant + coworking)
• You can reconfigure interior and exterior layouts without lengthy rezoning processes

This anticipatory approach has become essential in a post-pandemic landscape where agility is a competitive advantage.

Digital Infrastructure: Smart-Ready from Day One

Kettlestone Lakes supports the connectivity tenants need to thrive in a tech-driven world. While some developments struggle to retrofit fiber optics, smart sensors, or EV charging infrastructure, Kettlestone is planning for:

• High-speed broadband and cellular strength across all parcels
• EV charging station capability at hospitality, retail, and office zones
• Smart lighting, traffic control, and signage integration
• Layouts that accommodate drive-thru tech, mobile pickup lanes, and digital-first tenant experiences

Whether it’s a flagship retailer testing cashier-less checkout or a medical provider syncing patient portals on-site, Kettlestone provides the bandwidth and layout to support it.

Walkability + Mobility = Higher Dwell Time

One of the most future-facing elements of Kettlestone is its integration of walkability and mobility alternatives. Modern consumers prefer destinations that invite exploration—and tenants benefit when foot traffic lingers.

Kettlestone offers:

• A comprehensive trail and greenway network that connects parcels
• Pedestrian-friendly streetscapes designed to reduce vehicular dependency
• Pocket parks and seating areas that encourage social interaction
• Proximity to residential density, reducing the need for on-site parking over time

This infrastructure supports experiential tenants, from restaurants and breweries to boutique fitness and wellness operators, all of whom rely on creating an environment—not just a transaction.

Built-In Daytime Density That Works Around the Clock

The best modern developments balance daytime workforce populations with evening and weekend vitality. Kettlestone’s planned mix of office, multifamily, hospitality, and entertainment ensures that tenants aren’t just busy during the 9-to-5 window.

Instead, retailers, service providers, and restaurants benefit from:

• Consistent daily traffic from employees, residents, and students
• Evening spikes driven by entertainment and dining destinations
• Weekend visitation from surrounding Waukee, West Des Moines, and regional travelers

That’s a 24/7 economic engine, not just a lunchtime or commute-time draw.

Designed for Multi-Modal Transportation

As transportation options evolve, Kettlestone is positioned to adapt with them. While many developments remain car-dependent, Kettlestone embraces a range of access modes including:

• Biking infrastructure tied into regional trail systems
• Future-ready accommodations for rideshare pickup zones and delivery hubs
• Transit-adjacent planning that will integrate with regional routes as the city grows

For tenants, this means lower friction for customers and staff, as well as alignment with environmentally conscious brand values.

A High School—and a Future Generation—Next Door

Few developments can claim a future-proofed customer pipeline quite like Kettlestone. With a new high school planned adjacent to the site, Kettlestone will become a daily destination for thousands of students, educators, parents, and community members.

This opens the door for:

• Youth-focused retail and entertainment
• Educational and workforce development synergies
• Community-based activations and partnerships that build brand loyalty

For brands looking to seed long-term loyalty, proximity to a generational anchor like a high school is invaluable.

A Platform for What’s Next

Kettlestone Lakes isn’t just a place to build—it’s a place to build with purpose. For developers, tenants, and investors seeking a site that’s ready for tomorrow’s technology, mobility, lifestyle, and consumer expectations, this corridor delivers unmatched value.

Connect with the Kettlestone development team today to learn how your business model fits into this modern blueprint—and how your parcel can be shaped for both today’s needs and tomorrow’s opportunity.