Turner kicks off $780M dedicated soccer stadium, NYC’s first

Etihad Park, in Willets Point, Queens, will be the first fully electric stadium in the U.S., according to Turner, and will include photovoltaic panels on its roof as well as a water reuse system to irrigate the field.

By Joe Bousquin • Jan. 16, 2025

7 mixed-use projects to watch in 2025

Large-scale developments, spanning commercial, multifamily and retail units and worth billions, are underway across the country as the new year begins.

By Mary Salmonsen • Jan. 15, 2025

Adaptive reuse breathes new life into abandoned schools

Repurposed school buildings are home to a variety of groups, including artisans, local governments and restaurants. But funding and getting public buy-in for these projects isn’t always easy.

By Amanda Loudin • Jan. 15, 2025

6 facilities management trends set to define 2025

Facilities managers are leveraging data to optimize operations and meet changing occupier needs while anticipating federal policy shifts and growing data center demand.

By Joe Burns , Nish Amarnath • Jan. 14, 2025

Biden orders Energy, Defense departments to lease sites for AI data centers, clean energy generation

The executive order calls for using “categorical exclusions” to rapidly site data centers and power generation.

By Robert Walton • Jan. 14, 2025

Existing data centers hold value potential, despite obsolescence concerns: JLL

Power supply and infrastructure give existing data centers certain advantages over new construction, the firm states in its 2025 data center outlook. 

By Joe Burns • Jan. 13, 2025

Microgrids can boost electricity reliability, decarbonization, Colorado road map says

Prompted by recent wildfire-related power outages, the report suggests steps for boosting microgrid adoption in the state.

By Brian Martucci • Jan. 8, 2025

2025 commercial real estate outlooks show both optimism and caution

While leasing velocity and tenant prospects are expected to improve in 2025, lagging office attendance is expected to impact landlords, according to outlooks by Avison Young and Colliers.

By Joe Burns • Jan. 7, 2025

Sodexo plans nearly 100 tech-forward campus convenience stores

Its “Food Hive” locations incorporate cashless payment systems and modular designs, offering flexible retail solutions with products from local businesses, Sodexo said.

By Jessica Loder • Jan. 6, 2025

Climate resilience top of mind for Denver as it plans to revamp landscaping rules

Facing prolonged drought and heat, Denver plans rules that may require native grasses, shrubs and trees in new development and some redevelopment projects.

By Ysabelle Kempe • Dec. 17, 2024

Prime, subprime space divide set to widen in 2025: CBRE

The vacancy rate in prime buildings is expected to reach pre-pandemic levels by 2027, while cost-conscious tenants will drive demand for available Class B and C space, according to the firm’s 2025 outlook.

By Joe Burns • Dec. 16, 2024

Life science firms reevaluate portfolios amid new operational strategies

JLL expects increased outsourcing of life sciences operations, with technological advancements being used to facilitate new research and development and laboratory design. 

By Joe Burns • Dec. 12, 2024

Central business districts show “employee experience” opportunities

Despite challenges, including higher-than-average vacancy rates, central business districts still hold strong fundamentals related to labor, transportation and employee experience, experts say. 

By Joe Burns • Dec. 5, 2024

Meta seeks up to 4 GW of new nuclear power to help meet AI, sustainability objectives

The Facebook and Instagram parent aims to deploy new nuclear generation capacity to power its data centers beginning in the early 2030s, it said Tuesday.

By Brian Martucci • Dec. 5, 2024

Amazon Web Services upgrades data center components, designs

Simplified electrical and mechanical systems and modular components will maximize performance and efficiency for both traditional and next-generation facilities, AWS says.

By Joe Burns • Dec. 3, 2024

US office conversion projects could be up 63% this year: CBRE

The office conversion pipeline is expected to grow further in 2025, with cities rolling out more incentives as distressed assets enter the market at steeper discounts, a report says.

By Nish Amarnath • Nov. 25, 2024

Building owners must implement retrofit, reuse strategies quickly to tackle obsolescence risks: JLL

With about $1.2 trillion needed globally to retrofit older office assets, building owners must address building age, design, regulatory pressure and locational factors to mitigate these risks, a report says.

By Nish Amarnath • Nov. 22, 2024

Federal courthouse design changes could raise operations, maintenance costs: GAO report

The 2021 design updates could significantly raise the rent the judiciary and other tenant agencies must pay, the Government Accountability Office says.

By Nish Amarnath • Nov. 19, 2024

Uptick in US life sciences activity isn’t enough to combat oversupply: CBRE

Over 70% of the construction pipeline remains unleased, with project costs and vacancy rates continuing to increase, experts say.

By Joe Burns • Nov. 14, 2024

U.S. office recovery continued in Q3, led by renewals: CBRE

Renewals accounted for over 40% of all leasing activity for six straight quarters, with the overall vacancy rate holding steady at 19%, according to the firm’s Q3 market report.

By Joe Burns • Updated Nov. 13, 2024

Denver to invest $570M in downtown revitalization after voters pass bond measure

The city plans to support projects focused on upgrading public spaces and attracting businesses.

By Ysabelle Kempe • Nov. 11, 2024

Turner secures $2B deal for Vantage Data Centers campus expansion in Ohio

The expansion program will add over 1.5 million square feet of infrastructure designed to support cloud technologies and artificial intelligence, offering 192 megawatts of power capacity. 

By Sebastian Obando • Nov. 8, 2024

Higher ed campuses update health, wellness, accessibility amenities

Many colleges and universities are investing in facilities that promote overall well-being, including new fitness centers, mental health spaces and student support areas.

By Joe Burns • Nov. 5, 2024

Capital One arena owner partners with DC for $800M upgrade

Renovation efforts will include wider concourses, more elevators, a 65% expansion in concession space and a 30% increase in restrooms, Monumental Sports & Entertainment says.

By Zachary Phillips • Oct. 30, 2024

7-Eleven to open over 600 stores under new design by 2027

The convenience retailer’s newest format, New Standard stores, will feature amenities such as in-store seating and electric vehicle charging stations, CEO Joseph DePinto said Thursday.

By Brett Dworski • Oct. 29, 2024