CP Group, the owner-operator and value-add commercial real estate firm, today announced a project update for The Center (The CTR). The reimagined former CNN Center will reopen in 2026 as downtown Atlanta’s newest gathering space and common ground: A globally recognized landmark that once felt closed off as a single-tenant project will now be transformed into an open, welcoming destination for locals and visitors.

"This moment marks a shift in this project from vision to a lived experience," said Chris Eachus, Founding Partner at CP Group."For decades, this building functioned as a fortress. With the building opening back up to the city, we are reconnecting one of Atlanta’s landmarks with the people and energy of downtown — allowing it to become something Atlantans can truly claim as their own, and bringing it back as a destination that’s welcoming, useful, and designed for every day, all-day use."

The announcement includes major leasing milestones as the landmark approaches its 50^th anniversary, marking a defining moment in its evolution and setting the stage for a new era of public use, culture, and daily activity.

At a Glance: What’s New at The CTR in 2026

12-Concept Dining Destination Launches

A fully reimagined central atrium reopens as the beating heart of the property, anchored by CTR Food Works’ 24,000-square-foot, eat-and-gather destination featuring 12 dining destinations including the soon-to-be largest bar in the city. The dining destination will become the new center of gravity of the landmark atrium, as well as the broader district connections to State Farm Arena, the Georgia World Congress Center, the Omni Hotel, and Centennial Olympic Park.

CTR Food Works will be led by Robert Montwaid, creator of Chattahoochee Food Works in Atlanta and Gansevoort Marketin New York. Montwaid has executed a long-term lease and will curate, operate and create an exciting new destination for sports fans, conventioneers, tourists, and locals alike. The restaurants and full-service bar are expected to open in time for the FIFA World Cup.

Confirmed restaurant concepts include:

• Full-service CTR bar, the largest in the city

• La Tropical (Latin kitchen)

• Fuzzy’s (seafood)

• Patty & Frank’s (burgers and hot dogs)

• Mimi Taqueria (Mexican)

• Flora D’Italia (Italian, pizza-forward)

• Dessert Box (bakery)