By Maria Davis and Colton Rupprecht, R&R Real Estate Advisors In the real estate industry, customer expectations around office space have undergone a significant shift — both in what they need and what they want. It’s not just about square footage anymore; it’s about how that space functions, feels and aligns with the values of the companies who occupy it. This transformation is playing out in three critical areas: the rise of small, amenity-packed spaces; a surge in outdoor-focused design that brings the comforts of home into the workplace; and a more rooted and interactive approach to sustainability. Smarter spaces As more companies return to in-office work, many are rethinking how they use space — prioritizing flight to quality. Increasingly, customers are gravitating toward compact offices that offer high-impact amenities rather than expansive square footage. These smaller footprints are more efficient, but they also demand more thoughtful design and planning. Technology is key in amenity designing, as efficient developers are integrating infrastructure that anticipates the needs of a tech-forward workforce. Whether it’s bracketing out spaces for high-speed fiber and built-in video conferencing hubs or artificial intelligence (AI)-powered building systems that manage lighting, the design is important in making a more …
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HURON, S.D. — Kraus-Anderson has begun a $13 million expansion at Huron Regional Medical Center in South Dakota. Designed by Wold HFR Design, the 7,500-square-foot addition will feature four new operating rooms, staff lockers and a lounge. The project also includes an 11,581-square-foot renovation of the existing OR suite, endoscopy rooms and pre- and post-operating rooms; and a new 19,081-square-foot sterile processing area and support spaces. Completion is slated for November 2026.
DEKALB, ILL. — SVN Chicago Commercial has negotiated the $5.7 million sale of a 100-unit multifamily portfolio in DeKalb. The seven-building portfolio is located on Fotis Drive, Regent Drive, Spiros Court and Edgebrook Drive. DJ Szymanowski of SVN Chicago represented the buyer and seller. The transaction closed in less than seven weeks. The portfolio offers value-add opportunity, according to the brokerage firm.
COLUMBUS, OHIO — Marcus & Millichap has brokered the $2.5 million sale of a 25,360-square-foot industrial property in Columbus. Located at 2536 Creekway Drive, the asset is fully leased to Service Partners under a new triple-net lease with 2.5 percent annual increases through May 2029. The tenant, a subsidiary of TopBuild Corp., occupies both bays of the facility, which was built in 1988 on 1.5 acres. Service Partners relocated to the site in summer 2024 from Mansfield, Ohio. Nathan Pealer of Marcus & Millichap represented the seller, an entity doing business as RM-USE LLC. The property sold for 99 percent of the asking price.
BROOKFIELD, WIS. — NAI Pfefferle has arranged the sale of an 8,500-square-foot retail building in the Milwaukee suburb of Brookfield. The sales price was undisclosed, but the asking price was just under $3 million. Jan Kadow of NAI Pfefferle brokered the sale of the property, which is located at 200 N. Moorland Road.
WEST BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP, MICH. — Beem Light Sauna has signed a 2,025-square-foot lease to open at The Boardwalk shopping center in West Bloomfield Township, a northwest suburb of Detroit. Michael Murphy of Gerdom Realty & Investment represented the landlord, Beztak Properties. Jacob Farber of Morow Hill represented the tenant, which is a light therapy wellness studio. The lease marks the tenant’s second location in Michigan.
WENTZVILLE, MO. — Builder MBG is nearing completion of Hearthstone at Autumn Hollow, a 180-unit luxury apartment complex in the St. Louis suburb of Wentzville. The first building is slated for occupancy this month, with the entire five-building complex slated for completion in January. Mia Rose Holdings and J.V. Lombardo are co-developing the community. Amenities will include a fitness center, coworking space, resort-style pool, conference room, dog park, clubhouse and walking paths. Capital Eleven Management is the property manager. Additional project partners include Rosemann & Associates, Engenuity, Civil and Environmental Consultants and Landesign.
NOVI, MICH. — Spark GHC has acquired the Residence Inn Detroit Novi hotel, a 107-room property in Novi. The extended-stay hotel features a fitness center, business center and indoor pool. Spencer Davidson of Hunter Hotel Advisors brokered the transaction, terms of which were undisclosed.
CANAL WINCHESTER, OHIO — Marcus & Millichap Capital Corp. (MMCC) has arranged a $5.1 million acquisition loan for a medical office property located at 9695 Basil Western Road in Canal Winchester, a southeast suburb of Columbus. The building is home to MedVet, which operates a 24-hour emergency vet. Chad O’Connor of MMCC arranged the financing with a credit union on behalf of the private borrower. The 10-year loan features a 6.5 percent interest rate, 30-year amortization period and 60 percent loan-to-value ratio.
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, ILL. — The Boulder Group has brokered the $2.7 million sale of a retail building net leased to Chipotle in Chicago Heights. The newly constructed property at 1399 W. Lincoln Highway features a drive-thru. Chipotle has a new 15-year lease with 10 percent rental escalations every five years and four five-year renewal options. Randy Blankstein and Jimmy Goodman of Boulder Group represented the seller, a Midwest-based commercial real estate company. The buyer was a 1031 exchange investor based in California. As of 2025, there are 3,752 Chipotle locations worldwide.