Themed in authentic mission revival style, The Veranda is reinforced by the formal main entry experience featuring marching palms, canopy trees and custom pottery. Climbing vines on lattice structures and pre-cast concrete pavers in herringbone pattern support the Spanish mission experience. Many patios weave through the property offering covered seating areas, while decorative railings and pilasters with pottery and built-in wood banquettes add to the charm.

Food and beverage pavilions include large overhead trellises to offer shade. Built-in counters and fire pits also enhance the overall user experience.

At the centerpiece of the main plaza and park is a musically choreographed water feature designed by Lifescapes and built by Outside the Lines. The built-in-benches allow seating and viewing of the water show, while the London plane tree, Southern live oak and Camphor trees bring comfort and shade to the area. A mix of canopy trees and Medjool Date Palms surround a large play area and shade the built-in benches and picnic tables. The play feature was designed by Lucky Climber.

The wine garden is surrounded by large olive trees and overhead lighting, creating a space which can be closed off for private events. A dedicated fire table and heat lamps add warmth.

The main lawn will be used for community gatherings, including summer concerts and monthly "Yoga in the Park". During the holidays, the temporary ice rink, Santa's house and a 40-foot decorated Christmas tree ring add to the holiday spirit.

"A typical issue that designers face in open air multi-functional retail developments includes trying to use trees and their canopies to make a comfortable and intimate environment for patrons, while also using them to frame key moments in the architecture and not impede on the view to the retailer's signage," Andrew Kreft, Lifescapes executive senior principal and director of design, tells GlobeSt.com. "For instance, The Veranda is themed in authentic mission revival style with the formal main entry experience featuring marching palms, canopy trees and custom pottery with its food and beverage pavilions central to the plaza including large overhead trellises."

The Lifescapes International design team on The Veranda project included senior project manager Marianne Dumont, landscape architect Al Amador with art direction by project director Mike Meyers. CenterCal Properties is the developer of The Veranda. Architects Orange served as the architect for the project with Kier & Wright Civil Engineers, KGM Architectural Lighting and RSM Design providing additional services.