In this podcast Lorenzo Perez and I explore the power of developing artistic and inspirational places and the need for less formula and more creativity in real estate development. Lorenzo is the co-founder, designer, restless innovator and inspired real estate developer leading Venue Projects. He talks fast, plenty and daydreams often and he's a nostalgic … [Read more...] about Real estate artist.
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Private capital. The solution to housing affordability.
Three principal actors are tackling the housing affordability crisis in the United States- government entities, nonprofits and investors. The issues arising from housing instability and affordability are complex, and a patchwork approach is necessary to make a dent in the problem. With that being said, investors should be aware of their crucial role in alleviating or even … [Read more...] about Private capital. The solution to housing affordability.
Trends in multigenerational living.
How the trend toward multigenerational living will change real estate development The concept of the single-generation, single-family home is in decline. Over the past four decades or so, the total percentage of Americans living with family members has increased from 12% in 1980, to 20% in 2019. Experts have not reached a consensus as to why this is happening, but it seems … [Read more...] about Trends in multigenerational living.
The power of design.
Christine Mondor describes herself as an eternal optimist regarding the power of design in shaping sustainable cities. And that's what she has been working on for the past 15 years. She is using the power of design as an architect, educator and activist to shape places, processes and organizations nationally and internationally. As a principal of the architecture firm … [Read more...] about The power of design.
The democratization of finance.
Throughout history finance has been the province of emperors and kings. Later it included the merchant classes and the new aristocracy born of the Industrial Revolution. Your average Joe only really got involved in investing during the stock craze of the 1920s. Even today the average investor holds assets in a small subset of classes - primarily stocks, mutual funds, and bonds. … [Read more...] about The democratization of finance.