Successful placemaking doesn’t only result from an intelligent, strategic tenant mix — placemakers must adopt a layered, holistic approach to create a competitive destination. It’s all about creating an authentic environment design with experience in mind. Outstanding placemaking occurs when the place, the brand, and the story intersect with the offerings and uses. We’re rounding […]
August 15, 2019
As home ownership rates fall to an all-time low in the United States, renter rates are climbing to 36.6%. Investors, builders, and property management groups are tuning into the wants and needs of the renters of today to equip residences with the hottest amenities. A new generation of renters is moving into residences with hopes […]
July 31, 2019
We live in the age of the branded experience. Companies are investing big money in bringing brands to life and creating sensory-stimulating interactions between their products and the people that matter most to them. In a role previously filled by mass media advertisements, branded experiences build connections, positive sentiments, and memories, leading to a sale […]
July 18, 2019
Red-hot growth in multifamily has all eyes on the industry, with 50% of those under 30 years old occupying rental housing in 2018. Shaped by Millennial and Gen Z consumer behaviors, apartment buildings are raising the bar for amenities — offering services and building features to fulfill the demand for convenience. Signed, Sealed, Delivered Adapting […]
July 11, 2019
The era of “if you build it, they will come” is over. If only it were still that easy to attract tenants and consumers to developments, but in today’s dynamic real estate climate, mixed-use developers and investors are hesitant to develop projects speculatively. Major real estate categories, such as retail and office space, are going […]
June 27, 2019
Have you met Gen Z? If you haven’t already, first check out our blog post, Meet Gen Z: The Population Tsunami, to get to know the mindset of this powerful generation. Move over Millennials, WGSN estimates that at 2 billion globally, the Gen Z demographic is slated to be the single largest group of consumers […]
June 21, 2019
New Director of Destination Activations + Marketing leads clients into “experience economy” Bethesda, Md., June 18, 2019 – Streetsense, an experience-focused strategy and design collective, today announced Josh Collins has joined the firm as a Director of Destination Activations + Marketing. Josh brings to Streetsense more than 20 years of experience across both the entertainment […]
June 18, 2019
Strengthened practice to play key role in firm’s global growth strategy Bethesda, Md., June 18, 2019 – Streetsense, an experience-focused strategy and design collective, today announced Julie Chase has joined the firm as Managing Director, Public Relations. With more than 25 years of experience, Julie is an expert in media relations and corporate reputation management. […]
June 18, 2019
This week, the East Coast’s biggest names in restaurants gathered to discuss the current state of the industry and dispel their knowledge. The first annual Restaurant and Specialty Retail Summit, presented by Streetsense, Seyfarth Shaw, and CohnReznik brought together bright minds for informative discussions, valuable networking, and of course, great food. Here’s what the best […]
June 14, 2019
New York-based Planning Commissioner, Author, Speaker and Public-Private Partnerships Expert Brings Policy Framework to Commercial District Revitalization Bethesda, Md., June 11, 2019 –Streetsense, an experience-focused strategy and design collective, today announced the acquisition of Larisa Ortiz Associates (LOA) with Larisa named Managing Director of Research + Analysis. She will implement additional strengths in economic analysis […]
June 12, 2019
Every year as spring rolls around, members of our team pack their bags, hop on a plane, and touch down in none other than Las Vegas, Nevada. We’re always eager to make an appearance at International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) RECon, a convention that celebrates and connects the retail real estate industry. After three […]
June 4, 2019
Every year when spring rolls around, our interior architecture team starts buzzing with excitement to visit the International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF), a high-end contemporary furniture fair that brings together the best designers from around the world to show what’s new in the world of luxury interior design. We saw a few surprises during this […]
May 29, 2019