Community & Preservation
A decade leading historic preservation, affordable housing, and neighborhood-scale redevelopment
A decade leading historic preservation, affordable housing, and neighborhood-scale redevelopment
Now
I most recently led development projects in South Downtown Atlanta, the adaptive reuse of the most significant historic district in the heart of the City, successfully completed for World Cup 2026.
Then
I have spent a decade in affordable housing and historic preservation, with organizations redefining neighborhood investment. Project types and roles have changed; the goal has not.
And sometimes
When I'm not working intensely on projects, I'm serving on the Trees Atlanta Board, building things with my hands, planning my next meal, or chasing my two boys around Oakhurst.
(Like, the literal street.) Collaborative effort with Downtown Atlanta Inc., MARTA, ATLDOT, and GA Power to reinvigorate the Broad Street corridor between Five Points and Garnett Transit Stations for an enhanced pedestrian-first experience. Wider sidewalks, safer lighting, and richer landscaping result in all-around better infrastructure.
$6.0 million public-private investment
kimley-horn assoc, hasbun construction
Atlanta Tech Village is the engine of South Downtown's success. We built out eleven ATV suites for the Southeast's best tech-enabled businesses. Beyond the heroic core & shell effort, this was a full turn-key fit-out, including full furniture and technology packages.
$48.3 million private investment
kronberg u+a, winter-johnson group
At the corner of Broad and Mitchell (i.e., "Main and Main"), this is the microcosm of South Downtown's generational ambition. Two residential units, three ground-floor retail spaces (including Glide Pizza!), and one ATV office suite. Live-work-play as it was meant to be.
$13.5 million private investment
local architects, peter constructive
Founders Green is the gem of South Downtown and the darling of FIFA World Cup 2026. South Downtown converted a 50-stall parking lot into the most family-friendly, yet intimate watch party for the month of matches. Flanked by El Tesoro and Broad St BBQ, you'll have no excuse to leave.
$5.4 million private investment
hgor, winter-johnson group
This is the third location for the local sensation. This project started as four hodgepodged walls, a collapsed roof, and a decade-old beehive. Nothing more. But the margaritas are just as good, the lines are just as long, but the vibe is like no other.
$5.4 million private investment
studio wythe, peter constructive
Multiphase, intergenerational community comprising 3 acres and 122 units for families and seniors in Chamblee, a rapidly growing area of Metro Atlanta. In partnership with the Housing Authority of DeKalb. Utilizing 9% LIHTC, HOME, Project-Based Vouchers, and philanthropy.
$50.0 million total tax credit and financing across both phases
smith dalia architects, mcshane construction co
Demolition and new construction of 76 units of affordable housing in the ever-desirable Old Fourth Ward. In partnership with Historic District Development Corporation. Utilizing 4% LIHTC, Tax-Exempt Bonds, TAD, and philanthropic funding.
$25.8 million tax credit equity and financing
gvsa, sovereign-cooper inc
Reimagining of a long-vacant "Missing Middle" apartment complex in Vine City, resulting in 31 deeply-affordable units. Signified the launch of WFF's Home on the Westside community retention program. Completed with 100% philanthropic impact funds.
$5.5 million private donor investment
jones pierce architects, community construction group
Privately-financed renovation and new construction of four flats and eight townhomes. Culminated Mercer Commons, a three -phase mixed-use development spanning two city blocks in Over-the- Rhine.
$5.5 million privately financed
city studios architecture, pwwg architects, hueber homes
Historic Tax Credit rehabilitation of a former mattress factory comprising 28,000sf of office and restaurant space in Over -the- Rhine. Included the new headquarters of 3CDC.
$7.14 million Historic Tax Credit equity and financing
msa design, beischel building co
Expansion of a 4.5-acre city park, including a new parking deck, aquatic facilities, sports courts, children’s playground, and civic green. Funded with New Market Tax Credits.
$31.9 million New Market Tax Credit equity and financing
glaserworks, turner construction
Jaren Abedania
Community Builder
jaren.abedania@gmail.com