Omaha Undergoing ‘Remarkable’ Downtown Transformation

Remarkable. It’s the word that continues to pop up in interviews and conversations relating to the present transformation occurring in Omaha’s downtown area. If you think you might be experiencing déjà vu, it’s likely because you are. After all, it wasn’t that long ago when the same word was being used to describe the transformation that took place in downtown Omaha 10 to 15 years ago. It was at that time that approximately $2.5 billion was invested in Omaha’s downtown through a …

April 25, 2019Market Reports, Midwest, Midwest Market Reports, Mixed-Use, Nebraska

Making ‘Live, Work, Play’ A Reality

Mixed-use properties come in all shapes, sizes and locations, but developers say the most effective projects are those that transform multi-use real estate developments into unique destinations with vibrant social scenes. In Texas’ biggest markets, robust job and population growth have bolstered demand for more apartments and hotels, as well as office, retail and restaurant space. But it takes a developer that understands human psychology and social behaviors to successfully combine three …

April 2, 2019Market Reports, Mixed-Use, Texas, Texas Market Reports

Mixed-Use Makes its Mark on Kansas City Neighborhoods

Many of us remember a time when a great new job was measured primarily by the paycheck and the size of the office. How times have changed. And nothing illustrates that better than the favor of mixed-use developments.As the workforce demographic has evolved, so have the amenities that attract top talent. Smart companies know that creating an appealing environment for the best candidates means access to food options, walking distance to shopping and retail choices, and close proximity to …

January 24, 2019Kansas, Market Reports, Midwest, Midwest Market Reports, Mixed-Use

Mixed-Use Developments Come in All Sizes in Far North Dallas

Mixed-use development is not new. It has been around since the shop owner lived in the apartment above the store. Today, however, the term is used to describe an urban environment that allows people to walk easily among a variety of integrated functions. At first glance, one might think mixed-use development in the Plano-Frisco-McKinney area, known as the Far North submarket, is strictly for big-name developers. Familiar destinations such as Legacy West in Plano and The Star in Frisco …

November 30, 2018Market Reports, Mixed-Use, Texas, Texas Market Reports

How Healthcare Adds Value to Mixed-Use Developments in Milwaukee and Beyond

When it comes to location identification for development, you have to think creatively. In a highly competitive market like Milwaukee, mixed-use projects offer a great opportunity to showcase creativity, take advantage of complementary uses and drive tremendous value for clients and investors.The success of a mixed-use project lies in location. A high-profile location will help attract businesses, which then helps build traffic. Ideally, you want to think outside the box to generate repeat …

November 15, 2018Healthcare, Market Reports, Midwest, Midwest Market Reports, Wisconsin

Collaboration is More Vital Than Ever to Keep Construction Schedules on Track

With commercial construction activity up by double digits in 2016 and projected to increase another 5 percent in 2017, the industry continues to keep a keen eye on labor shortages and construction costs. This rings even more true in the face of today’s increasingly stringent financing requirements — a critical project element that can push construction schedules out by months and, in the process, create challenges with accurate pro forma data, true labor schedules and pricing.[caption …

March 28, 2017Arizona, Market Reports, Mixed-Use, Western, Western Market Reports

TARC Recapitalizes Mixed-Use Development in Providence, R.I.

Providence, R.I. – The Armory Revival Co. (TARC) has recapitalized Rising Sun Mills, a 313,000-square-foot mixed-use complex with 135 residential units and 130,000 square feet of commercial space located at 166 Valley Street in Providence. On-site management by TARC will oversee new construction commencing immediately with lobby renovations. The recapitalization will also fund tenant improvement projects, accounting for 90,000 square feet of available commercial space. CBRE’s Andrew Galvin …

March 7, 2017Loans, Mixed-Use, Northeast, Rhode Island

Chattanooga is Enjoying a Boom of Office, Retail and Hotel Activity Amid its Urban Renewal.

Chattanooga is situated at a U-turn of the Tennessee River amidst forests and mountains, hence the community’s nickname, Scenic City. Two of Chattanooga’s largest employers are Volkswagen, which has a plant here, and Amazon, which runs a distribution center in the city. Insurance firm Unum Group, a Fortune 500 Company founded in 1848, is headquartered here and is one of the larger occupiers of downtown office space.Long-known for its natural resources and as a tourism destination, …

September 21, 2015Market Reports, Mixed-Use, Southeast, Southeast Market Reports, Tennessee

Proposed New Arena for Milwaukee Bucks Could Lead to Development Run

[caption id="attachment_137073" align="alignright" width="100"] Regina Levchets, JLL[/caption]An article highlighting the fortunes of the Milwaukee Bucks that appeared July 6 on CBSSports.com couldn’t be more accurate. “There’s something powerful and sustainable growing in Milwaukee, rising out of the weeds of small-market irrelevance and into a team you’re going to want to watch next season,” wrote Matt Moore who covers the NBA.Since New York hedge fund investors Wes Edens …

August 6, 2015Market Reports, Midwest, Midwest Market Reports, Mixed-Use, Wisconsin

Smart Code Helps El Paso Develop for the Future

[caption id="attachment_132513" align="alignright" width="100"] Max Prestridge, NAI El Paso[/caption]In March 2012 The El Paso City Council unanimously adopted Plan El Paso, a comprehensive development plan based on the principles of green and smart growth. Smart Code, which is based on these same princples, was largely chosen to combat sprawl, large land use and carbon pollution.After numerous citywide meetings with citizens, government entities, nonprofit groups and business leaders, …

May 29, 2015Market Reports, Mixed-Use, Texas, Texas Market Reports