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Development magazine Winter 2018/2019

How Technology Will Change the Brokerage Business

By: Joan Woodard

Commercial real estate is in the midst of a digital revolution, and some of the biggest upheavals will affect professionals who work closely with property owners and tenants.

Winter 2018/2019 Issue

BridgePort I Logistics Center: From Abandoned Brownfield to Active Distribution Facility

By: Jeffrey Milanaik, Jonathan Pozerycki and Gabie Strbik

A warehouse/fulfillment complex in New Jersey shows the economic potential for infill redevelopment in places once considered environmentally unsalvageable.

A Campus Project Packed with Extracurricular Challenges

By: Michael Blount

At N.C. State University in Raleigh, a building designed around a state-of-the-art textile machine also accommodates typical office and lab tenants, but getting to the finish line wasn’t easy.

Pondering Public Art? Legal Concerns and Artists Rights are Part of the Palette

By: Stephanie Friese

Developers must balance contracts, intellectual property issues, government involvement and other factors when commissioning pieces for a project.

CRE Trends, Economics and More: A Wide-Ranging Conversation

By: Trey Barrineau

NAIOP gathered national research directors in October for an in-depth discussion of industrial and office trends, city rankings, adaptive reuse and other important topics.

IRS, Treasury Start to Clarify Qualified Opportunity Zone Regulations

By: Trey Barrineau

Proposed rules for the tax incentive plan could dramatically boost real estate investment in regions that are struggling economically.

Big Data in Office Buildings Holds Promise Despite Privacy Worries

By: Margarita Foster

Property managers are using “dynamic and multidimensional” information for operations but not yet for tenant engagement.

An Office Building Returns to its R&D Roots

By: Bernard Huberman

In San Diego, a unique renovation project leverages tight supply and challenges the “more space is better” concept.

Five Things Bankers Look for When Making CRE Loans

By: Gary Magnuson

Be prepared to answer a long list of questions when seeking financing for a project.

The WELL Building Standard Continues to Evolve

By: Rachel Gutter

The latest version expands on a commitment to healthy, energy-efficient buildings.

The Challenge of Building in Tight Urban Spaces

By: Susan W. Kemp

Think differently and collaborate with city officials to smooth traffic issues and monitor construction activity.

10 Basic Mistakes Borrowers Make and How to Avoid Them

By: J.R. Foster

Don’t get tripped up on the path to securing a commercial real estate loan.

Office Space Demand Forecast, Second Quarter 2025

By: Hany Guirguis, Ph.D., Manhattan University and Joshua Harris, Ph.D., CRE, CAIA, Fordham University

The national market for office space continued to rebound with a fourth consecutive quarter of positive net absorption. First-quarter absorption totaled 5.6 million square feet, which followed 7.3 million square feet absorbed in the fourth quarter of 2024. The nationwide vacancy rate remained at 11.8%. Rates of remote and hybrid work have plateaued, and the corresponding structural shift in office demand is already largely reflected in current leasing.

Succession Planning for Commercial Real Estate Firms

By: Cory Bultinck, CPA, MBT and Alex Bratty, Ph.D., MBA

The NAIOP Research Foundation commissioned this study to explore the challenges and opportunities associated with succession planning for CRE firms. The study draws on Wipfli’s experience advising firms on succession planning and interviews with CRE professionals at various stages of the succession planning process who represent a broad cross-section of CRE firms.

Industrial Space Demand Forecast, First Quarter 2025

By: Hany Guirguis, Ph.D., Manhattan College and Joshua Harris, Ph.D., Fordham University

In the second half of 2024, U.S. industrial net absorption totaled 96.9 million square feet, bringing the annual total to just 170.8 million square feet. This is the lowest annual rate since 2011, as long-term interest rates remained elevated despite the Federal Reserve’s initial cuts to the federal funds rate.

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CEO on Leadership: John M. “Jack” Schultz, CEO, Agracel, Inc.

By: Ron Derven

The leader of this Effingham, Illinois, industrial development firm has found success by focusing on rural America.

The Community Review Process Takes Time, Effort and Empathy

By: David Chilinski and Dave Snell

Five things developers should do to soothe residents’ concerns and fears.

NAIOP's 2018 Developing Leaders Award Recipients Talk Tech Tools and Trends

By: Marie Ruff

CRE disruptors to watch include smart contracts, robotics, big data, autonomous vehicles, 3-D imaging and more.

Looking Ahead for NAIOP and The Industry

By: Jim Neyer

It’s been an exhilarating year for our industry and association.

Movable Office Partitions: The Great Dividers

By: Audra Capas

As demand rises for adaptable office space, facilities put walls in motion.

In the Ongoing Amenity War, Office Space is the New Battleground

By: Dan Doyle

Developers should avoid over-the-top nuclear options; instead, use smart bombs tailored to tenant needs.

The Sky's the Limit for Elevators in Today's Low- and Mid-Rise Buildings

By: Jon Clarine

Technological advances make the vertical journey better for tenants — and property owners.

Is Your Building Energy Star Certified? Better Check Again

By: Alex Ford

Changes to Portfolio Manager lower scores for thousands of commercial properties.

There's Still a Need for Parking Audits

By: Will Rhodin

Despite technological advances, thieves can find loopholes that hurt the bottom line.

Construction Costs Outlook

By: Ken Simonson

Labor shortages, higher prices for materials loom larger.

The Best Prescription for Leasing Medical Office Space

By: Christopher Thames

Potential tenants should consider existing medical infrastructure and proximity to other healthcare providers.

New & Noteworthy Projects

An assortment of brief facts and figures about new and noteworthy development projects.

Spring 2025 Issue

The spring 2025 issue offers insights about where the office market might be heading over the coming year, explores the complexities of mission critical development, and provides detailed looks at two transformative mixed-use projects: The Bowl at Ballantyne in Charlotte and Baltimore Peninsula in Maryland.

Winter 2024/2025 Issue

Development magazine’s winter issue delves into the evolving uses of artificial intelligence in the commercial real estate industry, from lease management and building operations to portfolio assessment and data analysis.

Fall 2024 Issue

Development magazine’s Fall issue profiles Crescent Communities, explores the growing impact of spaceport real estate around Houston and along Florida’s Space Coast, the commitment to prioritize employee well-being and environmental stewardship in the design of REI Co-op’s latest distribution center, and the innovations involved in the development of EVE (Electric Vehicle Enclave) Park in London, Ontario.

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