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Will the “Envy Office” Help Revive the Office Building Market?
Since the COVID-19 pandemic ushered in the era of remote work, companies and businesses have been looking for unique ways to draw workers back to the office. The “envy office” – or office buildings with aesthetically pleasing and Instagrammable lobbies, conference rooms, or shared spaces – are the latest attempt to get remote workers returning…
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CRE Developers’ Guide to Transit-Oriented Community Incentives
Efforts to boost housing production and encourage sustainable communities often include transit-oriented development initiatives and incentives. Transit-oriented development (TOD) is a trend toward integrated urban spaces that allow for people, buildings, and public space to coexist, with easy cycling or walking access and transit service to job-rich city areas. In order to spur housing production…
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Top 10 Predictions for Commercial Real Estate in 2024
The past couple of years have brought about unprecedented conditions in commercial real estate, and it may feel difficult to predict what’s coming next in the market. Economic conditions may be less certain than ever before, but tracking trends and opportunities is still a valuable practice for your firm moving into 2024 and beyond. As…
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Everything Developers Need to Know About the Future of Shared Workspace
Despite the public struggles and subsequent bankruptcy of WeWork, the future of shared workspace has continued to evolve. WeWork, which once represented the vision of co-working offices that bring together freelancers, remote workers, and small office communities, has faced challenges from both internal disorganization and the rise of remote work amid the COVID-19 pandemic. However,…
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Why You Should Pay Attention to the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Debate
Housing shortages in the United States are driving an increased interest in accessory dwelling units (ADUs) among cities, counties, and homeowners. ADUs, which have strong appeal as a housing option for young people, couples, small families, or seniors, are self-contained apartments, cottages, or other small residential units located on the same property as a separate…
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Green Initiatives Shaping the Future of Mixed-Use Construction
Mixed-use development projects are a cornerstone of sustainable urban planning, providing high-density housing near transportation and promoting walkable communities. Green initiatives are continuing to shape the future of mixed-use construction, and your development team will want to stay out front of these trends. From Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification to adaptive…
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What a ‘Twilight Zone’ Recession Means for CRE Developers
Economists are predicting a potential “Twilight Zone recession” could occur in the next year, an odd scenario where overall growth and output decrease but employment remains stable. Recession conditions, even if unusual, will impact your commercial real estate development operations. By understanding the factors contributing to the current economic moment, and leveraging several key strategies…
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The State of Tenant Improvement Projects
Over the last few years, tenant improvement projects have been on the rise as hybrid and remote work trends persist and owners face increased competition for office tenants. Landlords, in an effort to attract tenants and secure long lease terms, have started offering allowances, among other concessions, like free rent. Office leasing trends, which have…
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The Shifts and Surges Multifamily Developers Should Keep an Eye On
Multifamily housing developments, or any property that houses multiple residential units within a single building or complex, have recently undergone a few surprising shifts and surges as an asset class. Earlier in 2023, less-than-ideal economic conditions seemed poised to complicate strong fundamentals, creating an unclear outlook heading into the next year. However, a rise in…