Working in the commercial real estate industry, you get a perspective of how large and multi-faceted this industry is, with hundreds of different jobs, roles, motivations, and ultimately types of assets that are managed, maintained, invested in, leased, and developed. For many outside of the industry, commercial real estate can seem like a "linear concept”, but it is far from that.
Read MoreMonth after month, we discuss the effects of automation and advancing technologies on the changing landscape of the commercial real estate industry. Whether it's the billions of dollars being invested globally into distribution chain robotics and drones for logistics networks, or the rise of beacon technology emanating from our smart phones to create enhanced and tailored retail experiences, technology is changing the way we do business, and in fact, how we experience life as a whole.
Read MoreThe commercial real estate industry continues to transform, creating new opportunities and challenges for users and service providers alike. These trends are affecting the commercial real estate sectors individually (Industrial, Retail, Office, Hospitality and Multi-Family), as well as the industry as a whole. Being knowledgeable and able to adapt to these changes will create opportunities instead of threats for those [so lucky] to be involved.
Read MoreIt's no secret that Amazon released a Request for Proposals last week to determine the location of their new headquarters - HQ2. Every major City is jumping at the opportunity to have a company of this magnitude enter their market, to say nothing of the billions in capital expenditure and thousands of jobs created. Take a look at what their top decision drivers are here.
Read MoreThe Calgary Ring Road Agreement created opportunity for the Tsuut'ina First Nation to formulate a partnership that would bring about success, prosperity and longevity to their future generations. The fortunate developer of choice in what is now one of the largest first nation developments in Canada? Canderel.
Read MoreSo I recently learned about a new office space phenomenon that's truly taking over the world - collaborative, shared spaces that allow for community, innovation and services - no matter the size of your company or aspirations, all while on a membership basis. In particular, one company called WeWork is leading the pack in this exponentially growing niche.
Read MoreLast week, an Open House was held by the ICE District in order to outline the plan and vision for Phase Two Development of the District to the North of Rogers Place
Read MoreTake a look at the quarterly reports and videos that outline the commercial real estate transactions and trends of Q1 2017 in the Greater Edmonton Area. Have we really hit the bottom?
Read MoreConstruction projects are made up of a combination of hard costs and soft costs that must be budgeted with accuracy in order to ensure the success of the project, but what is the difference between these hard and soft costs?
Read MoreI'm pleased to provide the Annual PricewaterhouseCoopers (PWC) and Urban Land Institute (ULI) Report on upcoming and emerging trends in the Canadian and American Real Estate markets.
Read MoreTake a look at the quarterly reports and videos that outline the transactions and trends of Q4 2016 in the Greater Edmonton Area. What do we expect heading into 2017?
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