3 Considerations for Multifamily Amenity Design
Mary Cook Associates’ founder & president on how developers can create spaces to maximize well-being.
Why It’s Critical to Recession-Proof Properties After COVID-19
Owners and operators can beat the competition and attract multiple target markets by optimizing and activating a project’s design, says Mary Cook.
3 Game-Changing Trends Thanks to TCJA
The Tax Cut and Jobs Act of 2017 favors apartment rentals over single-family home sales in a number of ways, but developers and managers should not take this advantage for granted, says designer Mary Cook.
5 Design Don’ts for Senior Living Communities
Avoid these mistakes to ensure your facility is more livable for the exacting Baby Boom generation, says designer Mary Cook.
3 Common Design Mistakes That Keep Renters at Bay
Today’s renters—accustomed to boutique hotels, smart coffee shops and restaurants where the décor is as important as the menu—are visually sophisticated and highly design conscious. They want spaces that look good, function well and feel just right.
Great Third Spaces Give Residents Energy
Inspired by the term “Third Places,” coined by sociologist Ray Oldenburg in the late 1980s, I’ve come up with my own, more modern take on these easily accessible public spaces away from home and work where people can enjoy interacting. I prefer calling today’s gathering spots in residential buildings “Third Spaces,” where residents can form a sense of community by regularly gathering in inviting areas to socialize.