Shared office spaces can be great for brainstorming sessions and collaborative projects. However, sometimes you need peace and quiet to work. As the open-concept architectural design trend spreads into the office, there are some general rules to keep in mind in order to be respectful of the individuals that you’re sharing a space with.
Whether you’re upgrading to a larger space or moving to better-located office space, there are plenty of reasons why companies choose to move. Moving day — and the months leading up to the relocation — can be hectic. Here, we’ll provide you with the five moving day tips to move your entire office from one building to another. This will allow you to keep everything streamlined and as enjoyable as possible for all of your team members.
The demand for warehouse space is at an all-time high. In fact, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor, over 2,000 warehouses have been added to the market since 2008. And, the total number of warehouses and storage spaces in the U.S. has almost reached 20,000 establishments.
Sustainable living is increasing in popularity. Not only is sustainability mainstream, but it is also necessary for the wellbeing of our earth and people. According to the U.S. Green Building Council, “green building is the practice of designing, constructing and operating buildings to maximize occupant health and productivity, use fewer resources, reduce waste and negative environmental impacts, and decrease life-cycle costs.”
The 24/7 sushi bar at Google, nap rooms at Huffington Post, and cold brew coffee on tap at a local startup company — these features are becoming more and more common in workplaces around the world. Not only are these amenities on trend, but they also aim to increase employee satisfaction and creativity.
The following post is from Managing Director of Coldwell Banker Commercial, Daniel Spiegel
It’s likely that you’ve read about, heard about, or encountered the word — PropTech. These days, PropTech is one of the biggest buzzwords in commercial real estate. But, how much do you actually know about PropTech? In this article, we’re going to dive into what PropTech really is, along with the relevant information about the term.
Driverless cars are everywhere. Now, the autonomous car trend is spreading across the world. So, we need to prepare for changes that these vehicles could cause. Whether on the road or in your home, driverless cars will begin to affect your day-to-day life.
Expansion of Main Street Retail Through Digitalization
Everyone’s heard the buzz about the death of traditional brick and mortar and the rise of experiential retail. U.S. retail vacancies were at 10.2% at the end of 2018, a marginal increase from 10.0% a year earlier, according to a report from Reis. Current market trends have challenged retail owners and investors with vacancies in retail spaces from areas like Magnificent Mile and Fifth Avenue as well as on Main Street.