The KNOG

The big question for all of us individually and collectively (i.e. companies and organizations) in New York City is when will we be back working in “the office?”  I’m talking about the office that is not 10’ (or less) from your bedroom. One of the very good trackers...

The New York State Division of Homes and Community Renewal, which has administered the Housing our Neighbors with Dignity Act (HONDA) faces opposition, in the quest to convert underutilized hotels into affordable housing.  Building and zoning laws would require gut...

  One of George Grace’s poems was chosen to celebrate National Poetry Month at the Rensselaerville, NY Library:

Class B and Class C office building owners are facing low occupancy rates, uncertainty and new strategies to attract tenants. Some owners are strictly betting on price while others are considering flexible work space as a viable alternative and total repositioning....

Cities and towns where remote workers are based are flourishing.  Regus and parent company, IWG, are seeing an influx in demand for co-working space in villages where workers live.   A recent economic impact study done by IWG/Arup in the UK has determined these rural...

A lot of new, exciting new projects are sprouting up around New York this year. Among them are the following: 495 Eleventh Avenue, a mixed-use development is in construction and includes retail, office, hotel and affordable housing. Wildflower studios is being built...

In 2021, 9 luxury retailers signed deals for space in SoHo. Chanel, John Varvatos, and British jeweler, Vashi all took space in preparation for luxury shoppers to return—a huge optimistic sign. 41% of households in Soho make at least $200k a year. Median SoHo...

As of Monday, March 7th NYC indoor dining patrons no longer have to show proof of vaccine. The policy has been lifted for gyms and entertainment venues as well. Now it’s time to get rid of the employee mandates in New York City—how many people left NYC because of...

The future of work is upon us. Now is a great time to be a member of the workforce. Trends are emerging as the hybrid model becomes the norm. Employers are valuing employee mental health.  For example, paid time off for employees to work on a passion project is now...

The demand for industrial real estate in NYC continues to increase.  Industrial tenants are willing to pay more to be based in Brooklyn over more traditional locations outside the City.  A closer location provides for lower transportation costs and decreased delivery...

Flexible workspaces are at the forefront of office space in today's market. A combination of close to home co-working spaces, a central office, and remote work are likely to make up the future of work - the hybrid model.  San Diego is a prime example of a city seeing...

In 2020, according to Center for an Urban Future's annual "State of the Chains" report, 12.8% of New York City chain stores shut their doors. In 2021, there was a modest increase of a 2.8 percent increase. Through the pandemic, Pret a Manger, Shake Shack, Wingstop,...

Since tenants can no longer be taken for granted, their demands are high. Fitness centers, gourmet lunches, outdoor terraces, and a facilities staff are the new trendy tenant demands. One of the buildings controlled by the William Kaufman Organization, and managed by...

Hybrid employees value frequent wellbeing check ins and work recognition in lieu to the typical bonus review system that once dominated corporations.  Part of that wellbeing initiative should offer a membership to a co-working location. IWG, parent company to Regus...

When it comes to luring tenants back to the office, not all buildings are created equally. Buildings with amenities, state of the art facilities, and modern construction offer employees a new chapter of hope and excitement for office life. Buildings without the...