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Converting downtown office into multifamily residential: Let’s stop and think about this

BD+C

Does the idea of repurposing a massive amount of professional and business office space fly in the face of everything the country, and specifically Los Angeles, has been trying to achieve with downtown revitalization over the last 25 years? As the community plan for Downtown Los Angeles—also known as DTLA2040—states, “Downtown is.

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Tapping LA’s Rooftop Solar Potential Could Benefit City’s Most Disadvantaged Communities

Business Facilities

The report finds that expanding the program to 600 megawatts will help Los Angeles achieve a state mandate to generate a third of its energy from renewable resources by 2020. Areas identified as “hot spots” include the San Fernando Valley, Downtown Los Angeles and the region surrounding the Port ofLos Angeles.

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WELL at the Intersection of Human Health and Green Building

Green Building Law Update

And then this month, Delos announced that it has completed an equity investment raise of $108 Million where Jeff Vinik and Cascade Investment, LLC (owned by Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates) were the lead investors. Or maybe we should all be paying attention. GBCI is now also providing third party certification for WELL.

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Chinese Real Estate Investment Plays Growing Role In U.S. Economy

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While 70% of commercial real estate transaction value between 2010 and 2015 was concentrated in the New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco metro areas, the remaining volume is spread widely throughout the rest of the country. Chinese real estate investors acquired at least $17.1 Half of that investment came in 2015 alone.

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U.S. CRE Turning Around In 2014, According To New PwC/ULI Report

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As a result, the report anticipates that 2014 may be the year that many investors who have traditionally focused mainly on large established markets such as Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York City, San Francisco and Washington, will be expanding their focus to other cities in order to protect capital.

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Building With a Purpose: Exploring Construction Careers That Make a Difference

Fieldwire

Her goal is to foster equity in construction and encourage women to pursue their dreams in the field. Keeping costs low and sustainability high is imperative for modern architects, so some companies have turned to off-site construction. Sustainable construction means comfortable and attractive living for all inhabitants.

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40 Under 40: Champions of Construction 2023

Autodesk Construction Cloud

He's dedicated to promoting biogenic building technologies and their widespread adoption in the industry, aiming to transform construction practices towards sustainability and innovation. Known for his charismatic presence and unwavering integrity, Zack invests relentlessly in establishing strong and enduring business partnerships.