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Jane Margolies
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Hobby Lobby Is Opening Its First Manhattan Store. Not Everyone Is Happy.
The crafts retailer, whose owners are vocal about their evangelical belief, is coming to TriBeCa in Manhattan. Not everyone is pleased.
Installing E.V. Chargers is Finally Paying Off for Retailers
Companies see charging as a potentially profitable business in and of itself, not just as a spur for foot traffic and sales.
Malls Add Entertainment From Nerf and Mattel to Draw Customers
Landlords are turning to companies like Hasbro and Mattel for some fun and games in “retailtainment.”
The Hottest Buzzword in Wellness Seeps Into Real Estate
Communities certified as “blue zones,” a concept that promotes healthy living and longevity, are multiplying, but some wonder if the movement is just another gimmick.
A Black Woman’s Rise in Architecture Shows How Far Is Left to Go
They have worked for decades to make their way in a profession that remains overwhelmingly white and male, but there are signs of change.
Colleges Find Real Estate Bargains in Empty Office Spaces
As companies with hybrid work forces reduce square footage, universities see an opportunity to buy buildings at bargain prices.
Corporate Landscaping Opts for Native Plants Over Manicured Lawns
More companies are eschewing manicured grass in favor of native plants, a shift driven by the environmental costs of installing and maintaining lawns.
Movie Theaters Offer Larger Screens, Heated Seats and Sushi to Lure Fans Back
After scraping by during the pandemic, cinemas are hoping to lure back moviegoers by spending millions of dollars on upgrades.
Designing Their Own Studios to Meet Demand for Content
Businesses are spending hundreds of thousands of dollars to add in-house production and broadcast facilities to their offices.
Awash in Asphalt, Cities Rethink Their Parking Needs
Local leaders across the nation are overhauling parking requirements for developers, scaling back the minimum number of spots for shopping centers and apartment complexes.
