Here's a look at this week's trends, announcements and deals that you may have missed in Southern California, Utah, Arizona and Nevada.

New York City-based developer Hudson Companies has launched construction on the project at 315 Meserole St. that when completed will feature 100,000 square feet of office and retail space, including a rooftop bar with an open terrace, as well as restaurant and event space that will hold nearly 400 people.

E-commerce may garner the headlines, but many Midwest retail outlets are in fine shape and attracting coastal dollars.