Quite a few changes are taking place at The Plaza at Preston Center. Both Matthew Trent and Occhiali Modern Optics will temporarily relocate within the center to make way for the construction of a spacious parking garage and a five-story building, which will house the new University Park Public Library on the second floor.

“In order to get ready for changes that will expand our family of tenants and provide extra parking for our visitors, some of the stores will be relocating to new spots,” says Mike Geisler, partner at Venture Commercial Real Estate. “We are excited about the future of The Plaza.”

Matthew Trent and Occhiali Modern Optics will temporarily relocate to 8300 Preston. Corner Bakery Café will move into 8420 Preston Center Plaza. American Express Travel recently opened at 4009 E. Northwest Pkwy., as did Montana Salon at 8407 Pickwick.

During construction, complimentary valet parking will be available for customers, and The Plaza is instituting a special “tipless valet” system, where the valet staff will not be accepting tips as they return cars to guests.