Adam has just come privy to an oft sought but rarely found vacancy at the Casket Arts Building in NE Minneapolis. This modernized yet raw space has turn-key ability or complete rework flexibility. The open floor plan has two levels, two transparent garage doors, its own HVAC(without separate utility bill!), convenient off-street parking right out side the door, skylights, security system, cool metal railings, furniture among other great aesthetic qualities. It does not get better in this great building where the landlord is careful to compose the right mix of creative tenants supporting the larger vision of what great commercial/arts/creative community buildings should be. Your vision match up? Check the brochure link on the right and give a call or email Adam.
A larger lens on our corner of the world from CoolTown Studios. Love their take on many Commercial Real Estate Subjects.
Of course we know, as stated by CTS, the renaissance occurred some 30 years ago. Still, the latest evolution of the Warehouse District aka North Loop is taking its natural course while still retaining some of its pre-gentri-flava. House of Balls hang on?
Follow the artists and the renaissance is where you find yourself. Crazy as it may seem, the suburbs seem to be getting their attention.
20 years ago you could have your run of this one while your buddies practiced their music in the basement. Now its the old renovation lady on the block.
I wonder how Gus G. would view the changes now and the ones coming due to the stadium. I think he'd be happy to offer the new neighbors a drink!
From this comes this from Andrew Florance, chief executive of CoStar Group: “Automakers spend about 3% of the cost to manufacture a car on safety features like seatbelts and airbags that have saved millions of lives,” said Florance. “If developers were prepared to invest the same level in energy efficiency, they could reduce their building’s energy consumption by at least half.”
Are we prepared to make this shift? The studies and conclusions conducted by the established commercial real estate industry seem to need more alignment. Sounds like the global warming debate. However, tenants have more power than they know. They can vote with their dollars (i.e leases and occupancy) just like consumers do with legit 'green' products.
Call Adam. We'll help drive demand toward energy efficient buildings by uniting the tenants and seeking out the owners/developers that are making the move without needing an industry report on payback to know its the right thing to do.
The number of energy efficient buildings is on the rise and Minneapolis can claim some pride in being a top performer. 102 Minneapolis buildings are making the grade toward a better way of sustainable operating. Interestingly, the F&C article pegs the number of U. S. Energy Star rated buildings at 6,200. The total number of U.S. commercial buildings are estimated to be north of 4.8 million. This is U.S. only. Talk about a WPA type opportunity!?
Make your commercial real estate number 103 or 6201! The advantage will be yours. Tenants - seek and you shall find. Landlords - build it and they will come. Call Adam to bridge the gap.
Adam saw this a while back and thought it was good executive management gray matter. --- Are you using your workplace as a strategic tool? Check whether your workplace is more than just real estate:
* What message does your workplace communicate? * Is your office congruent with your brand? * Does it support collaboration? * Does it provide a healthy environment? * Will it help attract and retain talent? * Does it reinforce your values and culture? * Does it spark creativity? * Will it easily accommodate your IT needs today and tomorrow? ---
The answers may be more depressing than all the news we don't need to keep reading. Now more than ever, its a flight to quality. Quality means bang for the buck AND benefits for the band. Its essential to deliver a memorable experience.
Now the most simple way to say it is... are you getting the most out of your space? Sure, the overhead needs a haircut before the staff does but before you cut the things that make showing up worthwhile, look at what you can do to sublease, renegotiate, or otherwise maximize your daily digs. Your landlord, your broker, and your employees may have a suggestion that make the economic AND experience solution. The collaborative goal is supporting your company's health and well being, efficiently.
Call Adam. We'll help make your workplace dreams come true. At the very least, we'll help circle the wagons and pass the hat.
