First Look:Predictors of commercial real estate development; office space for the mobile warrior; tips for protecting building occupants from biological agents.
Worth Repeating: Wisdom from the CEO Retreat and a NAIOP Capital Markets Webinar.
Under Development: Two distinct approaches to creating a vibrant live, work and play community.
Inside Finance: Finance professionals weigh in on getting a deal done in today’s economic climate.
Strategically Green: Renewable energy technologies for high performance buildings; eBay™ for the construction industry; a mixed-use property with no air conditioning.
On Business: Tenant retention strategies from Michael J. Pelt, president, MDH Partners LLC.
Expanding Markets: An excerpt from the NAIOP Research Foundation report, “The New Age of Trade,” and Mexico’s logistics initiatives in the NAFTA region.
New Voices: The secret to a successful career; creating a personal strategic plan; some thoughts on LEED Professional Accreditation; NAIOP suggestions for staying connected in tough times.
Government Affairs: Educating policymakers on the looming credit shortfall for commercial real estate.
development ’08 Conference Wrap-up Speakers and attendees discuss the current financial and economic climate, advantages in dislocation and emerging port cities. If you missed it, here are highlights from key sessions and roundtables. Meet the NAIOP Green Award winners.
NAIOP’s 2009 Green Building Directory If you want to get started in sustainable development, here is your guide to companies that design, consult, develop and green properties.
Winter, volume XXXX, number 4
First Look:NAIOP’s annual Vital Signs Survey reveals top threats for the office and industrial markets; discovering pockets of opportunity in growing industry sectors; using sweat power to generate electricity.
Worth Repeating: Wisdom from NAIOP Webinars and development ‘08.
Under Development: Tips for starting your own development company; a new business model for pension fund investment; skills needed for keeping balance in the talent pool.
Inside Finance: The state of private and public capital markets and their impact on the commercial real estate industry.
Understanding Corporate Real Estate: Sustainable strategies for improving the bottom line; the impact of Alternative Officing; innovation tools to solve the productivity puzzle.
Managing Your Business: Developers and owners weigh in on strategies for navigating the downturn and protecting their businesses.
Expanding Markets: An overview of Dubai from 2009 Chairman Douglas Howe and things you need to know about Islamic financing.
New Voices: Meet the winners of the 2008 Developing Leaders Award; more about employee rotational programs.
Government Affairs: The impact of the climate change debate, energy efficiency as a business model and local green building ordinances on commercial development.
At Closing: Learning About Opportunities Here and Around the Globe
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CEO Summit: The View From the Top Five CEOs discuss challenges facing the economy, the industry and their own companies; where they believe we are in the cycle now and where they expect us to be in 2009.
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Summit: Tenant-Driven Design An office campus located at the center of a master-planned community gives tenants an efficient work environment and amenities while providing a sense of place.
Mile High Business Center The Partnership Payoff A 1960s manufacturing plant and corporate campus gets modernized into a high-bay distribution park, with the help of creative planning and financing.
development ’08 Conference Wrap-up Speakers and attendees discuss the current financial and economic climate, advantages in dislocation and emerging port cities. If you missed it, here are highlights from key sessions and roundtables. Meet the NAIOP Green Award winners.
NAIOP’s 2009 Buyers Guide Looking for an architect, engineer or contractor for your next redevelopment project? The NAIOP guide in this issue lists dozens of firms from around the country.
Fall, volume XXXX, number 3
First Look:The pulse of healthcare real estate and long-term demand drivers; building facades that break convention; national economists comment on where the economy is headed in 2009 and how developers and owners can position themselves to weather the current cycle.
Worth Repeating: Notable comments from NAIOP Webinars, the National Forums Symposium in New York, Harvard's "Leading a Real Estate Company" program and "The Agurban" newsletter.
Under Development: Developing green on a budget; staying flexible with mixed-use projects; energy prices and the transit village; planning for employee amenities in speculative office buildings.
Inside Finance: In search of the new normal debt financing; how private and public REITs are faring in the current capital market.
Understanding Corporate Real Estate: A 20-year-old existing building is remade into a sustainable corporate facility; the upward trend of construction pricing; Office Depot's LEED® pre-certified prototype; NASA and Google's 90-year lease.
Managing Your Business: Developers comment on the immediate and long-term impact on the industry of drastically higher energy costs.
Expanding Markets: Highlights of the Pan-American Commercial Real Estate Summit in Mexico City.
New Voices: Compensation insights from Tony LoPinto; how to establish and maintain a personal brand; Developing Leaders embrace sustainability initiatives.
Government Affairs: Current economic conditions are affecting state budgets. Find out more about how the commercial real estate industry is impacted by state fiscal pressures.
At Closing: Learning About Opportunities Here and Around the Globe
AMB - Morgan Distribution Center AMB Property enters the Savannah market with a sustainable warehouse building to take advantage of an emerging port location.
First Look:The 2007 Saint Consulting Group Index(C) reveals energy awareness and NIMBYism growth; virtual technology applications get developers into the game; and a roof replacement alternative that may extend roof life 7-12 years.
Worth Repeating: Notable comments from the NAIOP DevelopGREEN Conference in Phoenix, Arizona, and the NAIOP Developing Leader Chat in March.
Under Development: Design and infrastructure considerations for today's call centers; an update on the EPA's consent decrees regarding construction storm water requirements; and taking the fear out of parking.
Inside Finance: The state of mezzanine financing; the good and bad news in debt financing; a look at first quarter sales of office and industrial properties.
Understanding Corporate Real Estate: Critical areas where real estate costs are ripe for the cutting; outsourcing tips; the impact of building conditions on attitude, productivity and motivation; hiring Mom to fight the global war on talent.
Managing Your Business: Developers weigh in on their most pressing challenges given current economic conditions, the Presidential election and high oil prices.
Expanding Markets: Mexico's National Infrastructure Program represents a key to economic competitiveness while also providing investment opportunity through multi-year projects.
New Voices: A recap of the Developing Leaders live chat on career development; leadership challenges for Boomers and Gen Xers alike; and a look at NAIOP's University Challenge program.
Government Affairs: The 2008 Presidential election poses tax questions on both sides. Find out more with this Republican and Democratic look at tax policy impacts on commercial real estate.
At Closing: Learning About Opportunities Here and Around the Globe
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Prospering in a Turbulent Economic Climate Given the uncertainty in the capital markets and economy, what are the opportunities for developers, investors and lenders now and in the future?
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Waterview - A Skyline Vision and More A 625,000-square-foot high-rise office tower with views of Washington, DC, adds to the synergy and growth of a Northern Virginia submarket.
iPort12 - A Former Landfill Comes of Age A brownfield site becomes an easily recognizable piece of industrial architecture while restoring 15 acres of wetlands and overcoming remediation and permitting challenges.
Valley Plaza - Opening Doors to a Hispanic Border Community An undervalued asset located in an emerging marketplace near the Mexico border provides upside potential for the developer and a revitalized mixed-use center for the community.
First Look:Column-free truss design for multi-use commercial developments; a vertical helix-shaped wind turbine that pumps out 800 kwh a month; and Jack Schultz’s Top 10 Trends in 2008.
Worth Repeating: Notable comments from the CEO Retreat in Scottsdale, Arizona and NAIOP Webinars addressing the state of the CMBS and investment markets.
Under Development: The growth of medical office condos; sources of solar-generated electricity at competitive rates; ground leases and land acquisition contracts; and redeveloping older space.
Inside Finance: Marcus & Millichap weighs in on the state of the investment sales climate; DLA Piper’s "State of the Market" survey findings; and the greening of U.S. investment real estate.
Understanding Corporate Real Estate: A 776,000-square-foot office, life-scienes/biotech and retail development in Seattle; up-and-coming logistics hub locations; green insurance; and skills for staying on the "C list."
Managing Your Business: Suggestions for navigating credit issues in 2008-2009 from developers around the country; how to maintain the stability of your firm under different risk scenarios.
Expanding Markets: India’s robust commercial real estate development brings both opportunities and challenges. Learn more about what it takes to forge ahead in this rapidly expanding market.
New Voices: A recap of a development ’07 session on the qualities required to be successful in commercial real estate; Lehman Brothers’ career development program; and attracting talent through creative space planning.
Government Affairs: A look at energy legislation, ASHRAE 90.1 and what it means for the development community.
At Closing: Learning About Opportunities Here and Around the Globe
NAIOP’s 2008 Green Building Directory If you want to get started in sustainable development, here is your guide to companies that design, consult, develop and green properties.
Winter, volume XXXIX, number 4
First Look: NAIOP’s annual Vital Signs Survey reveals increased interest in medical office development but caution for the economy and property market fundamentals; and the competitive advantage of solar energy for commercial building owners.
Worth Repeating: Notable comments from the Capital MarketPlace Conference in New York and NAIOP’s development ’07 conference in Atlanta, Georgia, on entrepreneurial developers, the capital markets and medical development.
Under Development: Eco-friendly initiatives by Gazeley, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Wal-Mart; elements of vertical mixed-use development; design trends in distribution facilities and medical and office buildings.
Inside Finance: The state of the capital markets since the subprime mortgage fallout; conditions and investment implications going forward; and fundamentals across commercial real estate sectors.
Understanding Corporate Real Estate: Sale-leaseback strategies; the best location for backup data centers; and information on disaster recovery plans.
Managing Your Business: Strategies for building your business in 2008; nine words that will determine your business success; and planning for the future.
Expanding Markets: Mexico maximizes its strategic advantages and regional supply chain efficiency through port development, foreign trade zones and new multi-modal corridors.
New Voices: A look at NAIOP’s new Developing Leaders program and Web site of on-line tools, hot topics and community connections.
Government Affairs: A look at three critical issues affecting the commercial real estate industry currently under debate at the state level and their potential implications for national policy.
At Closing: Learning About Opportunities Here and Around the Globe
development ’07Conference Wrap-Up Energized speakers and attendees discuss a growing focus on sustainability in the global marketplace, winds of change on the political front and attracting a diverse workforce. If you missed it, here are highlights from key sessions and roundtables.
2008 NAIOP Buyers Guide From accountants to architects to developers, contractors, financial sources, software providers and utilities. Whatever you need, you’re likely to find it and a lot more in our annual Buyers Guide.
Fall, volume XXXIX, number 3
First Look: The flat workplace, an excerpt from futurist David Pierce Snyder; the benefits of green roofs; and tapping a new revenue stream while also helping the environment.
Worth Repeating: Notable comments from I.con, the Industrial Conference, on inland ports, goods movement, the logistics industry and the transparency of the supply chain.
Under Development: Coping with shifting market cycles; green development and the competitive advantage; extending the life of old buildings; and finding prime developable land.
Inside Finance: The land financing climate; mixed-use financing; and the market’s call for “walkable urbanity.”
Understanding Corporate Real Estate: Real estate requirements for biotech companies, the latest trends in the biotech industry and best practices when negotiating leases with biotech tenants; and a Jones Lang LaSalle survey ranks lease negotiation factors.
Managing Your Business: Strategies for engaging the local community from developers across the country; stopping “commercial creep” and the dynamics of the Central Business District.
Expanding Markets: An excerpt from the “China Real Estate Market Investment Analysis Report 2006” translated by Auerbach International.
New Voices: Pioneering recruitment efforts from CB Richard Ellis’ African-American Network Group; Roosevelt University’s leadership initiative for women in commercial real estate; Duke Realty and Project REAP.
Government Affairs: The latest in tax policy and the impact it could have on developers and the real estate industry.
At Closing: Learning About Opportunities Here and Around the Globe
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Developer of the Year: Core Values Drive Ryan Companies Success This Minneapolis developer is driven by a commitment to clients, the community and NAIOP. Ryan’s approach to fostering relationships and maintaining their company culture while adapting to market conditions have grown a company rich in family values and history.
First Look: Multi-story distribution facilities common in Japan; portable construction drawings stored in a five-pound computer; and the latest in humanless parking technology.
Worth Repeating: Notable comments on marketing, construction management, retaining employee talent and the growing movement toward sustainable buildings.
Under Development: Flagler Development Group’s 625,000-square-foot Office Depot global headquarters; green development and advanced automation combine to create “brilliant” buildings; managing change orders; Turner Construction on skilled labor and material prices.
Inside Finance: The rules of investment according to AMC Delancey; Cushman & Wakefield snapshot of the New York metro region’s investment sales; the outlook for joint ventures; a look at the CMBS market.
Understanding Corporate Real Estate: How Sarbanes-Oxley is changing the way lease data is reported; Adobe Systems’ LEED Platinum certified headquarters in San Jose; a Missouri feed mill becomes a center for nanotechnology development.
Managing Your Business: Lease renewal strategies from developers and owners around the country and managing the process for large versus small tenants.
Expanding Markets: What has attracted institutional investors to the Mexican market? How Mexico’s business model promotes the continued growth of distribution and logistics.
New Voices: An interview with NAIOP’s new membership diversity manager; highlights of the Global Diversity Summit; CREW Careers™ program reaches out to teenage girls across North America.
Government Affairs: The latest in wetlands legislation and what it means for developers.
At Closing: Learning About Opportunities Here and Around the Globe
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As the REITs Turn: The Continuing Private Capital Wave Consolidation and privatization in the REIT world continues in the U.S., with plenty of private equity still left to be spent. How much has the REIT world contracted? What is the impact on rents?
SouthSide Works – From Brownfield to City Green The redevelopment of a former steel mill site in Pittsburgh blends history, innovative design and nature to create a dynamic live, work and play environment.
Special Report on NAIOP Green Initiatives An engaging Industrial Design Charrette discusses the applicability of LEED Core and Shell Development to warehouse and distribution centers. Plus: NAIOP’s Green Task Force’s guiding principles discussion.
First Look: The Saint Consulting Group Survey reveals decreased opposition in some development sectors while western U.S. residents are the most resistant to development. Plus: the green attributes of solar-powered trash and the newest sustainability benchmark to embrace commercial buildings.
Worth Repeating: Community views and empowerment, mixed-use development challenges and the importance of location, overhead at the 2006 conference on mixed-use development, hosted by NAIOP, ICSC, NMHC, BOMA and ARDA.
Under Development: The City of Boston issues new green zoning rules while Hines plans the city's first LEED for Core and Shell-certified office tower; Storm Properties, Inc. redevelops two aging industrial buildings in downtown Los Angeles before selling them; Irgens Health Care Facilities Group provides advice for successful healthcare development.
Inside Finance: The rapidly growing world of real estate derivatives help manage risk associated with owning property in rising, declining or stable markets while providing time to locate the best assets; avoiding unnecessary pitfalls in large, complex and high-profile property sales; plus underwriting parameters attracting the lowest spreads.
Understanding Corporate Real Estate: Grubb and Ellis' U.S. office market strength forecast indicates further market tightening in 2007 as owners capture more negotiating leverage from tenants; The Boston Consulting Group's view of demand projections; the future of large distribution centers and the contribution of the "results-only work environment" to employee efficiency.
Managing Your Business: Worldwide demand will continue to impact materials and construction costs. Developers and contractors at NAIOP's development '06 conference provide ideas for controlling these costs in the long run.
Expanding Markets: Mexico President Felipe Calderon is planning new infrastructure projects around highways, ports and energy. Learn how Mexico's improved industrial model promotes high-tech manufacturing and logistics services to better access the U.S. market.
New Voices: Three 2006 NAIOP Emerging Leader Award recipients discuss their career challenges and opportunities as women in commercial real estate and how they see the future of leadership in a traditionally male-dominated field.
Government Affairs: Learn about NAIOP's legislative priorities for 2007, how Congressional ethics rules will affect the association's efforts and more in an interview with Aquiles Suarez, new vice president for government affairs.
At Closing: Learning About Opportunities Here and Around the Globe
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The Green Behind the Green The emergence of investment funds and other green-oriented financing sources as well as green insurance coverage keeps sustainability moving forward.
Tejon Industrial Complex: A Strategic Link in the Global Supply Chain This master planned industrial development is designed with the essentials of logistics, labor and location providing delivery diversification options for inbound goods from overseas and efficient outbound goods movement for the U.S.
NAIOP's 2007 NAIOP Green Building Directory> If you want to get started in sustainable development, here is your guide to companies that design, consult and develop green properties.
Winter, volume XXXVIII, number 4
First Look: NAIOP's Fall '06 Vital Signs Survey finds Forum members enjoying revived office and industrial markets, but concerned about a tentative economy. Plus: cool dining, cool metal roofing and cool Internet mapping choices.
Worth Repeating: Observations about the market, what constitutes success, the economy and development opportunities, overheard at NAIOP's recent development '06 conference.
Under Development: Ray Fogg scores LEED silver for an industrial facility - just don't call it green; Mike Lipsey explains better leasing techniques by the numbers; thoughts on recruiting and RFIDs.
Inside Finance: Searching for likely investors; stats show real estate investment becoming more global; moderate returns forecast for '07; plus tax-exempt financing for sports venues.
Understanding Corporate Real Estate: The green building movement picks up steam; changing corporate views on the lease-versus-own decision; and rules of thumb for distribution facilities.
Managing Your Business: Succession planning: a challenge for family-owned businesses. Business owners weigh in on the good, the bad and the ugly in guiding the direction of family-owned businesses.
Expanding Markets: A participant in NAIOP's Trade Mission in China, held in September '06, provides this primer on the major markets, practices and recent events in commercial real estate in this rapidly-growing country.
New Voices: A look at the latest strategies and efforts to welcome more women, minorities and young professionals to the commercial real estate industry.
Government Affairs: While NAIOP supports green development efforts and lauds their environmental and cost benefits, it believes that energy reduction regulations should be voluntary. Here's why.
At Closing: Learning About Opportunities Here and Around the Globe
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Is There More Than a Bump in the Road for Mixed-Use? The housing downturn plus rising construction costs have some developers rethinking their mixed-use strategies, from fine-tuning pro formas to postponing phases.
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development '06 Conference Wrap-Up Sunny days seen ahead by upbeat speakers and attendees, while the perspective grows increasingly global. If you missed it, here are highlights from key sessions and roundtables.
2007 NAIOP Buyers Guide From accountants and architects to developers, contractors, financial sources, software providers and utilties. Whatever you need, you're likely to find it and a lot more in our annual Buyers Guide.
Fall, volume XXXVII, number 3
First Look: Expansion opportunities in the corrections business; public art projects that may make you say "eeek;" and benchmarking warehouse practices.
Worth Repeating: Industry pros comment on change of all kinds: in mixed-use, corporate headquarters, debt and equity markets, overseas investment.
Under Development: Why competitors join forces: an example in Indianapolis; plus: avoiding NIMBY pitfalls, a parking garage economics primer; and quotable quotes on building a real estate empire.
Inside Finance: Don't expect to see sales pricing drop any time soon; an economist weighs in on marginal tax rates and their current/future implications; growing interest in investing abroad.
Understanding Corporate Real Estate: Is there a crisis in goods movement around the corner? Plus: preparing buildings for next generation technology; and are you thinking about dealing with avian flu yet?
Managing Your Business: Coping with higher energy costs: real estate companies around the country respond in different ways, but becoming more efficient is considered critical.
Expanding Markets: A NAIOP delegation tour in Mexico City sheds light on opportunities, with a tour and overview of the office and industrial market from AMPIP and Cushman & Wakefield.
New Voices: A look at the latest strategies and efforts to welcome more women, minorities and young professionals to the commercial real estate industry.
Government Affairs: The U.S. Supreme Court ruled on curbing wetlands regulation. But there is continuing confusion and it is unclear how the jurisdictional battle will play out.
At Closing: Learning About Opportunities Here and Around the Globe
Converting Existing Office Space to Office Condos Shea Commercial finds it more expensive than building from scratch, but high demand and pricing make conversions of existing properties a compelling business.
First Look: NAIOP’s latest Vital Signs Survey reveals Forum members to be in a buoyant mood, with office and industrial markets picking up speed. A concern: rising construction costs.
Worth Repeating: Observers weigh in about biotech, global competition, industrial trends, secondary markets, REIT privatization and more.
Under Development: Developers’ adventures in spec green building and redevelopment responsibilities in Texas; an architect thinks about the future of office space design.
Inside Finance: Why are so many REITs going private? Is there such a thing as hedging real estate investment risk? And will financing change with interest rate uncertainties?
Understanding Corporate Real Estate: Six ways corporate real estate can help cut company costs, plus insight into corporations’ search for more redundancy in their operations.
Managing Your Business: How do your peers incentivize employees? Prominent developers share monetary and non-monetary practices that keep their teams happy and motivated.
Expanding Markets: U.S. real estate investors are targeting Mexico, with investments of around $2.7 billion last year – and the industrial sector is the most dynamic.
New Voices: A look at the latest strategies and efforts to welcome more women, minorities and young professionals to the commercial real estate industry.
Government Affairs: Focusing on growth management: Florida’s proposed Hometown Democracy amendment: democracy in action or potential for disaster?
At Closing: Learning About Opportunities Here and Around the Globe
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Retail 101 It's becoming a necessry and inevitable component of mixed-use projects. There are rewards for taking the plunge, but read these veterans' observations first.
Never Too Late: Unifying Office Park Design It's ideal to plan for cohesive design before construction begins, but a master plan can help achieve that goal for existing, expanding and redevloping office complexes.
JV With Pension Fund Broadens REIT's Reach> First Industrial's $950 million venture with CalSTRS provides the juice for build-to-suits, strategic investments and speculative developments in key industrial markets.
First Look: The pundits weigh in on what to expect in '06; what's ahead for the healthcare real estate market; how the contractors see the year shaping up.
Worth Repeating: Observations by a variety of experts, looking back and looking forward; financing opportunities; new development tools; and just saying no to eminent domain.
Under Development: An industrial/office condo takes a page from residential marketing; the skinny on exploring tax credits for commercial development; Russian developers; the business case for going green.
Inside Finance: How you can start your very own real estate fund; trends in equity/debt financing; why you may need New York-style defeasance.
Understanding Corporate Real Estate: Public-private cooperation at work in snagging a Dell facility in NC; coping with traffic congestion and information overload; why outsourcing to China may have its limits.
Managing Your Business: Prominent (though anonymous) real estate companies talk candidly about how they're coping with the high cost of medical coverage.
Expanding Markets: Growing Mexican-American Business Relationships Through AMPIP Mexico is a key link in integrated supply chains; its association of major industrial property owners is also linked now to NAIOP, with benefits for both.
New Voices: NAIOP Spearheads Increasing Diversity in Commercial Real Estate A look at the latest strategies and efforts to welcome more women, minorities and young professionals to the commercial real estate industry.
Government Affairs: How Does 2006 Legislative Agenda Fit With NAIOP's Priorities? With a big agenda and a crowded calendar, how will the House and Senate handle carry-over legislation and the President's agenda? What about T.I.'s, sales and use taxes; endangered species; and ADA?
At Closing: Diversity, Globalization: Two Key Trends for 2006
IDI NJ and Pa. - Should You?> No stranger to this large industrial market, IDI sees major growth ahead for businesses with big logistics requirements, in an ever-changing and challenging environment..
NAIOP's 2006 Green Building Directory If you want to get started in sustainable development, here is your guide to companies that design, consult, develop and build green properties.
Winter 2005, volume XXXVI, number 4
First Look: NAIOP’s Fall Vital Signs Survey finds Forum members feeling pretty chipper, with demand and rents on the rise. Also: the Industry Trends Task Force gazes into its crystal ball.
Worth Repeating: Observations by the experts at NAIOP’s recent Annual Conference on demographics, incentives, opportunities, secondary markets and more.
Under Development: Why you may need to increase rents more than you think if cap rates rise. And how to improve marketing to do it. Plus: is there a base closure opportunity in your future?
Inside Finance: Three research companies curb their enthusiasm for 2006, but see capital still flowing. Plus: Thinking big by thinking small; and the skinny on 1031 exchanges.
Understanding Corporate Real Estate: Where Wal-Mart sets its sights for ware-house/distribution; what’s driving office design in the West; rethinking industrial space.
Managing Your Business: Succession planning is an investment in your company’s future; flexibility key to family-run businesses; how one construction pro used business skills to survive a hurricane.
The Big Deal: News about leasing, sales and development of office and industrial properties, as well as mixed-use developments and land sales, from the previous quarter.
Government Affairs: Endangered species reform gains momentum; hurdles cleared in the House of Representatives. Next stop: the Senate. Continued grassroots efforts are needed.
At Closing: Successfully Diversifying Our Membership
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Flexibility is New King There's transportation congestion everywhere you look...and here come the new megaships. Which ports are likely to offer the best opportunities for warehousing/distribution?
PA Spec of Green: Award Winner Does Well By Doing Good Corporate Office Properties Trust believes sustainable development will be the norm. As this building shows, it's also highly marketable and not dramatically more expensive than conventional building.
First Look: Whither commercial real estate in the near future? Same place it’s been all year, according to one economist. Also, the skinny on new products, new security tech and an “instant penthouse.”
Worth Repeating: Some thoughts on the economy, unusual market indicators, the benefits of moderation,“bubblitis” and why to avoid hot markets.
Under Development: Catering to small space users via condos proves a winning strategy for Turner Development Corp. Rendina continues its success in medical offices. Plus: port land issues, infrastructure fees, influencing the influencers.
Inside Finance: Why Moody’s looks at REITs pretty favorably and what it thinks of office and industrial, generally. Insight on the CMBS market from Wachovia and John B. Levy.
Understanding Corporate Real Estate: Among the biggest concerns of corporate tenants: parking (also, rent rates); plus: what the well-appointed warehouse looks like; and why you need to understand Sarbanes-Oxley.
Managing Your Business: Steelcase gazes into its crystal ball to envision the office of the future. And, don’t overlook a construction-related tax benefit; the “right” way to fire an employee.
The Big Deal: News about leasing, sales and development of office and industrial properties, as well as mixed-use developments and land sales, from the previous quarter.
Government Affairs: Should economic development count as a public use? Implications of the Supreme Court’s ruling on eminent domain – the pros and cons – and how Congress is reacting.
At Closing: Successfully Diversifying Our Membership
The Buzz from I.con Conference The pros at NAIOP's recent I.con Conference shed light on the global economy's impact - now and looking ahead - throughout the distribution chain, right down into industrial properties.
NAIOP's 2005 Guide to Architects, Contractors and Engineers
Summer 2005, volume XXXVI, number 2
First Look: NAIOP's latest Vital Signs Survey finds Forum members confident that with the economy on track, the real estate business is on a roll.
Worth Repeating: Prices are still high for investment properties, yield expectations are still modest, but - ouch - those rising construction costs.
Under Development: Challenges of building and development, as seen from the Pacific Northwest. Plus, why one company probably won't try to repeat its office condo success. And: why you need to know whether your tenant might be a terrorist.
Inside Finance: Ignoring fundamentals at your peril; what's hot and what's not in investment; and the similarities and differences between Canada's investment climate and ours.
Understanding Corporate Real Estate: Why flexibility must be built in to any new manufacturing plant; Plus: how new EPA rules may affect real estate transactions; and what it costs to operate a 250-worker office in five locales.
Managing Your Business: When good insurance goes bad: exposures you never dreamed you had; four ways to apply a winner's strategies to your business; and Wi-Fi as the latest amenity.
The Big Deal: News about leasing, sales and development of office and industrial properties, as well as mixed-use developments and land sales, from the previous quarter.
Government Affairs: Congress must act quickly to continue TRIA, but time is of the essence and there are always competing issues. Here's why NAIOP believes that TRIA is critical.
At Closing: Involved in Our Communities and Making a Difference
Biotech on Spec Touchstone Corp.'s 11-story 9th and Stewart Life Sciences Building in Seattle is the very model of a market-savvy, green and economically successful spec building.
A Glimpse of the Future: Building a 2009-Compliant Facility The new Pacific Regional Facility for the National Archives and Records Administration had tough requirements in fire suppression; security; and environmental controls. Here's how Aardex helped put it together, in seven months.
Spring 2005, volume XXXVI, number 1
First Look: Investment trends reflect increased risk and optimism; long-range forecasts for how much space we'll need. Plus: products that may surprise you.
Worth Repeating: Notable comments from industry voices, heard at NAIOP's recent Capital Markets Conference in New York.
Under Development: Where successful owner/developers are looking for opportunities this year; how one company is reinventing itself; and one company's expansion in China.
Inside Finance: Forecast for '05: Observations and predictions of economists, equity and debt financiers as well as owner/developers. In short: an excellent time to sell assets or seek financing.
Understanding Corporate Real Estate: The corporate sector is far from fully using incentives because of complicated programs and fragmented incentive responsibility. Here are some guidelines to navigate the system better.
Managing Your Business: Overcoming your fear of selling; where to look for talented employees; what you can and cannot ask prospective employees; and one company's diversity initiative.
The Big Deal: News about leasing, sales and development of office and industrial properties, as well as mixed-use developments and land sales, from the previous quarter.
Government Affairs: Now that the election is over, what do the results mean for the commercial real estate industry? What issues will be front-and-center?
At Closing: Involved in Our Communities and Making a Difference
So You Want to Build Medical Office Buildings They're not precisely like conventional office buildings. Here are insights from Pacific Medical Buildings about design, structure, common areas, TI's, management and economic issues involved.
First Look: NAIOP's latest Vital Signs Survey shows Forum members seeing real improvement in many markets, but concerns about rising construction costs.
Worth Repeating: Notable comments from industry voices, heard at NAIOP's recent Annual Conference in San Diego.
Under Development: Thinking about diversifying your business? Before you take the plunge, here's some advice from companies who have expanded into multi-family and mixed-use development, plus some reasons to consider education facilities.
Inside Finance: There are several advantages to structured financing; here's how it works. Plus: don't get shortchanged on land acquisition loans. Plus: why more institutional capital is on the way.
Understanding Corporate Real Estate: "De-tethered" workers need new office design and Cisco Systems is heeding the call to create a vibrant, lively environment. Also: saving money through green design; and a look at stakeholders' interfaces in the global supply chain.
Managing Your Business: Tips from training guru Michael J. Lipsey on how to avoid the common traps in negotiating transactions. Also: better management of office building energy costs.
The Big Deal: News about leasing, sales and development of office and industrial properties, as well as mixed-use developments and land sales, from the previous quarter.
Government Affairs: Now that the election is over, what do the results mean for the commercial real estate industry? What issues will be front-and-center?
At Closing: Involved in Our Communities and Making a Difference
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Public-Private Partnerships Grab Developer Attention Greater efficiencies and lower costs are among the reasons why partnering with federal, state or municipal agencies can be an effective long-term business strategy.
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Highlights of the 2004 NAIOP Annual Conference There's still plenty of capital available and more opportunities to explore in '05. Just don't keep sitting on the sidelines waiting for investment property sales to drop.
2005 NAIOP Buyers' Guide From accountants and architects to developers, contractors, financial sources, software providers and utilities - Whatever you need, you're likely to find it and a lot more in our annual Buyers' Guide.
Anatomy of an Urban In-Fill Development A tale of good luck and bad, with plenty of suspense, the redevelopment of a 44,000-square-foot Minneapolis property has a happy ending for the developers.
Fall 2004, volume XXXV, number 3
First Look: Looking at furniture as an economic indicator; self-storage goes luxe; how the real estate model is evolving; and more.
Worth Repeating: Notable comments from industry voices, heard at NAIOP's recent I.con conference.
Under Development: Saying no to corporate excesses; transforming a "white elephant" in California and a former corporate headquarters in Massachusetts into attractive business digs.
Inside Finance: The frenzied sales market continues; the upside of working with a Sharia' compliant partner; the case for leasehold financing; and should we be concerned about interest rates?
Understanding Corporate Real Estate: Less space, lots more flexibility - that's what a new survey says corporations want, looking ahead to 2010; why Smalltown USA makes sense for call centers; how the corporate exec's role is becoming more strategic.
Managing Your Business: It takes guts to be a great leader - a new book says so; plus, connecting with minority professionals; and one company's experience with document management software.
The Big Deal: News about leasing, sales and development of office and industrial properties, as well as mixed-use developments and land sales, from the previous quarter.
Government Affairs: No-growth proponents strike again. This time, it's a proposed constitutional amendment in Florida. Here's why it would be harmful and what NAIOP is doing.
At Closing: NAIOP and Professionalism: Going Hand-in-Glove
United Properties Launched as a private investment company in 1916, Minneapolis-based United Properties has a long history as a developer of buildings and talent.
NAIOP's 2004-2005 Compensation Report The latest survey shows that gains have been modest since 2002, but it's still good to be the CEO of a large company.
First Look: Naiop's Vital Signs survey finds Forum members feeling pretty optimistic. Business is picking up and financing remains easy. But there are lingering concerns over demand.
Worth Repeating: Notable comments from industry voices, with a variety of viewpoints about why it's still pouring capital and why we shouldn't worry about interest rates. Or offshoring.
Under Development: How new spec office development in a downturn proved a successful strategy. Plus: Targeting to small-to-medium tenants. And: who pays for abandoned cabling?
Inside Finance: Unreal Estate? Last year witnessed the biggest flow of capital to real estate, ever, and it's continued into 2004. Do all these investors know something that you don't?
Understanding Corporate Real Estate: Lowe Corporate Services set out to find out: just how much real estate does Corporate America own, anyway? Answer: Plenty, and about 13 percent of it is excess capacity.
Managing Your Business: Why relationships with your clients are more important than geographic reach or technological advantages. Plus: Tips on evaluating graphics when you're not a pro.
The Big Deal: News about leasing, sales and development of office and industrial properties, as well as mised-use developments and land sales, from the previous quarter.
Government Affairs: No-growth proponents strike again. This time, it's a proposed constitutional amendment in Florida. Here's why it would be harmful and what NAIOP is doing.
At Closing: NAIOP and Professionalism: Going Hand-in-Glove
Features:
Office Condominiums Boom Despite Poor Economy Targeting small to mid-sized businesses, Shea Commercial is scoring net annual returns of 15 to 40 percent and more, just one reason why it sees condos as a mainstream product.
Warehouses: Endangered Species or Growing Gargantuans? Will direct-to-customer shipping put a crimp in demand for warehouse/distribution facilities? Logistics experts and developers weigh in on distribution trends and what's likely to change - or not.
First Look: What does Wal-Mart have to do with the future of logistics and industrial properties? Read all about RFIDs and other industrial trends. Plus, a campaign to revive derelict properties.
Worth Repeating: Notable comments from industry voices, with a variety of viewpoints about how 2004 is shaping up for leasing and investment.
Under Development: How two leading companies devise acquisition and disposition strategies. Plus, why freezer facilities need a lot of cold cash. And, speaking of ice, doing well by doing good.
Inside Finance: What are befuddled prospective owner/investors to do in 2004? Be patient, cautious and creative, according to a leading investment adviser. Are lease/equity deals on your radar screen?
Understanding Corporate Real Estate: Inside the minds of CFOs: why cost control tops the list of priorities. And, issues of cost control in healthcare facilities. Plus: managing risk through flexibility in the portfolio.
Managing Your Business: Waiting for an RFP? Wouldn't you rather follow the three keys to becoming a preferred service provider? Plus, why you should 'cycle' producers through management posts.
The Big Deal: News about leasing, sales and development of office and industrial properties, as well as mixed-use developments and land sales, from the previous quarter.
Government Affairs: The money crunch: new challenges lie ahead for state and city budgets this year. How is this likely to affect commercial real estate?
At Closing: It does appear that change is in the air.
Mold in Buildings The best defense is a good preventive maintenance program
New Urban Community Aims for the Familiar How a 12 million-square-foot mixed-use development on the site of a former steel mill in the heart of Atlanta is becoming reality. Hint: it hasn't been an easy process.
Special Section:
Navy Yard Finds New Life With Biotech as Key Industry
Already there are more than 60 companies and 6,000 workers at the former Philadelphia Naval Shipyard. A master plan for the 1,000+ acres will guide development of a dynamic waterfront community.
Managing Your Business: Who doesn’t want to win the real estate game? Highlights from a new book offer some hints.
The Big Deal: News about leasing, sales and development from the previous quarter.
Government Affairs: How big is the looming federal deficit? Any why is it bad news for commercial real estate?
At Closing: It does appear that change is in the air.
Features:
Industrial Space Users Gaining Competitive Edge in FTZs Foreign trade zones are not a panacea for marketing an undesirable location. But they do support many companies’ global initiatives while streamlining lifelines from suppliers to customers.
The Business Case for Building Green Energy-conscious and environmentally aware buildings have become solid economic investments. Just ask Turner Construction.
First Look: Mid-size cities that have the potential for growth; plus, how to score your city’s redevelopment potential; why jobs may be moving offshore; and a winning program for minority real estate pros.
Worth Repeating: Notable comments from industry voices, heard at a session entitled “David vs. Goliath, Round 2,” at NAIOP-sponsored I.con – The Industrial Conference.
Marketing and Leasing: Marketing goes interactive, as brokers and owners try new techniques to find tenants. Plus: the pros and cons of extra incentives for brokers in a soft market.
Inside Finance: Does it make sense to think about 1031 exchanges, in light of tax reform? Why one pro thinks it does. Plus: To go short or long on financing, that’s the question.
Understanding Corporate Real Estate: “Paying to play” in the corporate arena: why Koll devised a new strategy for dealing with major corporate clients. Plus: An incentives primer.
Managing Your Business: A technology update gets the skinny from three pros extolling the virtues of the Tablet PC, the BlackBerry and more. Plus: How to conduct an exit interview.
The Big Deal: News about leasing, sales and development of office and industrial properties, as well as mixed-use developments and land sales, from the previous quarter.
Government Affairs: How will you be affected by the Jobs and Growth Tax Relief Reconciliation Act of 2003? Here’s an outline of how several of the changes will work.
At Closing: It does appear that change is in the air.
Colonial Properties Trust This Birmingham, Alabama-based company has achieved success by focusing on the Sunbelt, developing its in-house expertise and providing high-quality, live/work/shop environments.
NAIOP’s 2003 Design Build Directory Looking for an architect, engineer or contractor for your next development or redevelopment project? The NAIOP guide in this issue lists 60 firms from around the country.
Summer 2003, volume XXXIV, number 2
First Look: The economic outlook is still anemic and "phantom" space is causing anxiety, according to the latest NAIOP Vital Signs Survey.
Worth Repeating: Notable comments from industry voices, including observations about "B" properties and more about the economy.
Marketing and Leasing: How do you reach an international audience, either at home or overseas?
Inside Finance: Why one bank supports green building practices. Plus: pitfalls to avoid when interest rates rise (and you know they will).
Understanding Corporate Real Estate: Phil Cyburt, president of Boeing Realty Corp. discusses how the company works with the commercial real estate industry.
Managing Your Business: Should you downsize? Here are 10 reasons not to. But if you do, how do you manage the remaining workforce?
The Big Deal: News about leasing, sales, development, and land sales, from previous quarter.
Government Affairs: Making terrorism insurance a “must-do” issue for Congress: It’s up to NAIOP members and the real estate community to convince Congress.
At Closing: Halfway through the second quarter of 2003, we continue to bump along through the current real estate downturn.
Campus on Campus McShane Corp. outlines why the fast-growing world of higher education offers an opportunity to cater to good-credit, long-term tenants in traditional office settings.
Brewhouse Renovation Recharges Northeast Minneapolis How Ryan Companies, RSP Architects and the city overcame multiple challenges and transformed the long-vacant Grain Belt Brewhouse into a catalyst for neighborhood revival.
Special Section:
2003 Economic Development Authorities:Development Magazine is excited to introduce the new online version of the NAIOP Buyers Guide beginning with the NAIOP Guide to Economic Development Agencies.
Spring 2003, volume XXXIV, number 1
First Look: A few whimsical looks at the shape of economic recovery. Plus: the latest in going "green" and surprising findings about what it takes to be a CEO.
Worth Repeating: Notable comments from industry voices, including the price "bubble" issue...
Managing Your Business: Tenant declaring bankruptcy? Here are five ways to keep revenue coming.
The Big Deal: News about leasing, sales and development of office and industrial properties, as well as mixed-use developments, from the previous quarter.
Government Affairs: Amid economic stimulus uncertainty, why NAIOP is supporting efforts to boost state revenues through enforcing tax collection from online sales.
At Closing: Chairman Daniel DeMarco's outlook on 2003.
Features:
The Brave New World of Outsourcing by Service Providers The real estate services business is in a major state of flux. Companies are competing for business as the outsourcing trend in corporate real estate functions is picking up steam after lagging in recent years.
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