Industry Trends Archives

The office landscape and workforce has seen a dramatic transformation in the last decade: open layouts replaced large cubicle footprints; daily work schedules are less "scheduled" and more digital and flexible; and in-person assemblies are now virtual gatherings. Leading this charge is technology.

Industry Trends Thought Leadership

KBS Sets Sights on Core Strengths as CRE Market Expected to Remain Stable in 2020

February 10, 2020

While fears of economic decline kept some industry insiders on a cautious path throughout 2019, the U.S. economy is showing signs of maintaining relative stability throughout 2020 — with the commercial real estate market appearing to follow suit. Rod Richerson, regional president, Western United States of KBS, reflects back on 2019 and explores the possibilities for the year ahead.

Industry Trends Sustainability

How ENERGY STAR and LEED Set the Green Standard in Commercial Real Estate

January 22, 2020

A lot of buzz is being generated these days around the importance of sustainability. So much so, that headline-grabbing efforts, including the rise of environmental activism and the surge in climate-change advocacy, have inspired builders and tenants to strive for greater energy efficiency. It’s a trend that continues to gain crucial momentum.

Industry Trends Sustainability

Timber Builds a Case for Sustainable, Eco-Friendly Buildings

January 15, 2020

Today, the thought of commercial real estate elicits visions of concrete-and-steel-laden structures. While the use of traditional materials continues to play the largest role in construction, timber, brick and other renewable natural materials have captured the imaginations of eco-conscious architects and tenants looking to break free of the conventional office space.

Industry Trends Thought Leadership

Trendy vs. the Basic: What Tenants Really Want in Amenities

January 1, 2020

An office building’s amenity package can be a market game-changer—separating the ordinary from the extraordinary—the difference between robust occupancies and discounted rents to lure tenants. It’s a competitive factor that cannot be neglected.

Industry Trends Thought Leadership

High Tech Tenants

December 20, 2019

The technology and digital sphere is a hyper-connected game in which we are all active players. How many times today did you use your smartphone or tablet to send a message, browse the web or simply take a picture?

Industry Trends Thought Leadership

How Technology Has Affected Workplace Design

December 14, 2019

For decades most offices were basic brick and mortars with cubicles, white wall executive offices and fluorescent-lit conference and meeting rooms, with copiers and printers sprinkled in. Workplace design remained relatively status quo until technology revolutionized the way we work and do business, giving way to more creative work environments that stimulate productivity.

Educational Industry Trends Thought Leadership

How The Office Impacts Employee Recruitment and Retention

December 5, 2019

40% of employers claim they are struggling to find qualified candidates. This presents companies with a unique opportunity to revamp how they recruit, onboard, and retain employees by leveraging the physical office space.