The CRE Insider
With Ordinance, Boston Targets Climate Change
For a planet with over 8 billion people, BERDO cannot provide meaningful climate change mitigation by itself, but one has to start somewhere.
One Size Doesn’t Fit All
Whatever the name, city pied-a-terre abodes do have something in common: They’ve become an important part of luxury tower development strategies in Boston.
Why So Many Luxury Rentals? It’s Boston’s High-Cost Environment
Our region’s sustained demand is fueled by affluent renters, a reasonably robust economy and limited inventory, with even fewer new developments on the horizon.
Holding Space for ‘Natural Modernism’
As a young architect, Colin Flavin absorbed his first employer’s commitment to modernism. As head of his own firm, he’s carrying that forward in residential design.
Wellesley Project Was Reinvented to Gain Support
Plans for a 90-unit 40B complex gave way to a 35-unit condominium development after developers’ discussions with neighbors and town officials.
Challenging the Myth: How Good Design Unlocks Office Tower Conversions
Our study of Boston’s One Lincoln and a successful conversion of a similar New York City office building show underutilized office towers can, in fact, become viable and vibrant housing.
New Music Combo: Housing in Rock City
Two new Allston-Brighton projects are betting that good design can make good neighbors of musicians and apartments. Here’s why.
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