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"While architects excel at the physical manifestation, their typical scope often overlooks the key ingredient that transforms inert structures into vibrant community destinations: understanding and aligning with the end user experience. Architects are not responsible for filling the spaces they create — they don’t have to drive sales and footfall, drive pace of absorption or reduce tenant turnover." - Jeff Pollak, Managing Principal Here's why it's essential to view developments not just as buildings but as tailored, immersive experiences:

Congratulations to all the Streetsensers promoted this spring! Alexandra Alcott, Senior Design Director Alex Crawford, Senior Director, IA Amanda Chiaravalle, Associate Art Director Andrea Lee, Senior Art Director Derek Ross, Performance Marketing Strategist Ellie Dominguez, Associate Director, Creative Strategy Emily Morin, Senior Research Analyst Hermela Adnew, Operations Manager Hung Pham, Associate Creative Director Ifi Flores, Associate Creative Director  Jacob Prokell, Art Director Jamie Gleeson, Account Manager Jamie Latham, Account Director Megan Harrington, Account Director  Stephanie White, Senior Art Director

What constellation of physical and emotional attributes define great urban neighborhoods? In CBRE's recent study — Shaping Tomorrow's Cities — we look at New York’s Financial District as an example, examining what happens when you combine strategic public investments with innovative residential developers who value asset repositioning and storytelling. Read on for valuable lessons from the FiDi playbook:

We often find that as much as 25 to 30 percent of ground floor spaces in many office-centric #downtown environments are either inactive or vacant. As #retail morphs before our very eyes, we have to acknowledge the truth: Too many cities simply have too much retail space and not enough productive retail uses to fill it. At the link below, explore our team's tactical strategies for successfully converting commercial space into productive #residential uses:

We are pleased to announce that Carolina Simon has joined the firm to head our place consulting practice, Streetsense’s real estate advisory group. This group works with real estate investors, developers, municipalities, and operators to solve complex real estate challenges and enhance the value of properties and places. Based in New York City, Ms. Simon is responsible for growth and integration of Streetsense’s advisory and consulting services as well as expanding the firm’s geographies and service offerings. Learn more about her experience driving strategic and operational value for clients across the United States, LATAM, Europe, and Asia: #realestatenews #realestatedevelopment

Congratulations to our hospitality team for recognition in Food and Beverage Magazine for its work on two new concepts: Bar Moxy at the Banff location of Moxy Hotels, and Rumorosa at Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina. Read more about our team's work on the food & beverage concepts, branding, operations and more:

Should planners broaden ground floor regulations to include residential uses?Though controversial in some circles, Larisa Ortiz (managing director, public non-profit solutions) argues that this is an elegant solution to two troubling and converging trends: too much vacant retail space, and too little housing. What do you think? Read the article in Planning Magazine from the American Planning Association and let us know below: https://lnkd.in/gbF9i2yd

“By taking inspiration from the dynamic energy of the District’s downtown culture, Bar Spero encourages lively conversations in spirited interiors,” reads a recent article in Wallpaper*. Read more about the elemental and distinct interior architecture by Edit at Streetsense for executive chef Johnny Spero:

"Stadium Club is combining the best of high-tech sports bars, night clubs, and chef-driven restaurants." Read more about the Streetsense interior architecture project—part of a $140 million transformation of Caribe Royale Orlando—in FSR magazine:

Tune in to to a discussion on reimagining NYC's retail corridors in the age of hybrid work: On Wednesday, May 8, the Center for an Urban Future will live stream the policy forum that includes our managing director of public non-profit solutions, Larisa Ortiz. Register for a link to attend virtually here: