Operations & Technology
Capstone Expands Texas Portfolio With 4 Communities
Capstone Real Estate Services was awarded management of Sansom Park, Riverwalk, Hays Junction II and St. Paul’s Square Senior. The properties total more than 450 units.
Hurricane Harvey’s Multifamily Impact
Industry experts weigh in on what the effects of the storm mean for Houston, its residents and the market as a whole.
Residents and Public Transportation
When apartments are located in urban—or even suburban or rural—residents sometimes cannot have a car and therefore must rely on public transportation. And when a community is in proximity to a bus or subway, it is often seen as an added bonus. MHN and Kingsley surveyed renters to see what they thought about their transportation options.
In Case You Missed It: MHN’s Top 5 Posts in August
Miss out on any of our articles or videos? Catch up with five of our most popular posts for the month.
Reduce Energy Usage With Smart-Tinting Glass
Halio Glass, developed by Kinestral Technologies, received the 2017 North American Smart Glass New Product Innovation Award from Frost & Sullivan for its eco-friendly product.
Above Ambiance: Aromatherapy in Senior Housing
The award-winning Essence program has proven to alleviate stress, anxiety and depression, while supporting healthy digestion and positive emotional responses, for residents of The Sheridan at Lakewood Ranch, a senior living community in Bradenton, Fla.
Baltimore Community Adds Cool Perk
2Hopkins is the first apartment community in the U.S. to implement the Smiota PoD smart lockers. These allow residents to use food delivery services and have round-the-clock access to their shipments by use of their smartphone.
Amenity-Driven Renters Are Selective: Village Green Survey
The company’s national study found that although there are generational differences when it comes to a community environment, a majority of renters are taking a growing interest in amenity offerings.
A Smart Bulb That Reacts to Sound & Motion
Heelight is a digital light with 30 different modes that can be controlled by using a smartphone app. By scanning a QR code, the bulb can be operated without Bluetooth or Wi-Fi like other smart options on the market.
For Residents, Does Location Really Matter?
Does the old saying “Location, location, location” really matter to today’s renters? MHN and Kingsley Associates paired up to find out what residents think about their apartment’s neighborhood.