Jamestown

Today’s workforce wants more than an office, they want a collaborative environment with a distinct sense of place. Now more than ever, workers are looking for the flexibility afforded by shared spaces, both indoors and outdoors. One of the greatest amenities of Jamestown's Levi's Plaza in San Francisco is the sprawling park that connects its various office buildings. Designed by renowned landscape architect Lawrence Halprin, the park provides respite from the city as well as space for coworkers to have lunch, unwind, and even enjoy concerts from local musicians Recently profiled by John King, urban design critic for the San Francisco Chronicle, Levi’s Plaza was praised for its timeless charm. King remarked, “Cities evolve with their times. But as long as this pastoral landscape of Levi’s Plaza endures, with Telegraph Hill to the west and a meandering brook at my feet, I’ll know that the Embarcadero’s most discreet jewel still casts its spell.” For the full story from the Chronicle, see here: https://lnkd.in/eym27Tet #commercialrealestate #CRE #urbanparks #sanfrancisco

Guests can now book reservations for a new hospitality living concept, Scout Living, at Atlanta’s Ponce City Market. Featuring 405 one- and two-bedroom fully furnished and serviced living units, Scout Living will welcome guests for flexible lengths of stay – from a single night to a week, a month, or longer -- starting in September. Scout Living was created for a new generation of consumers who want greater flexibility in how they live, work, and travel. The concept is envisioned to provide the comfort and community of home with hospitality-style services and amenities. Scout Living at Ponce City Market will be powered by Placemakr, a leading flex-living operator which optimizes both apartment and hospitality uses for their partners.   “Scout Living is a perfect homebase for a connected experience in the heart of Atlanta’s Old Fourth Ward. Being located at Ponce City Market will provide guests with a lively and fully activated flexible living experience that will seamlessly integrate guests with dining, shopping, and insider opportunities. Whether you’re staying for a few nights or several months, Scout provides the comforts and conveniences of home to anyone visiting Atlanta." -- Michael Phillips, President of Jamestown To book, see here: https://lnkd.in/dv-cEqKS #commercialrealestate #CRE #hospitality #Atlanta  

Jamestown's Groot Handelsgebouw (GHG) in Rotterdam was recently nominated for three BREEAM Official awards. BREEAM is one of the world’s leading sustainability assessment methodology for master planning projects, infrastructure, and buildings. The awards recognize the value in sustainability from new construction to operations. We're proud to receive these nominations as well as an Excellent (4 Stars) designation, with GHG being one of the first Dutch national monuments to achieve the recognition. We've invested heavily in making the building more sustainable through the installation of heat pump technology and opening green spaces such as Maaskant Park. Other environmentally friendly features at the property include rainwater storage, geothermal heating, and on-site waste management. There's more to be done, but recognitions like these encourage our progress.    #JamestownEurope #Sustainability #BREEAM #GreenBuilding #AdaptiveReuse

We recently signed a lease with public accounting, consulting, and technology firm Crowe at One Metro Center, a more than 420,000 square-foot office building located in the East End of Washington, D.C. They will take 12,000 square feet in the building, which features direct internal access to the Metro Center Metrorail station, a rooftop terrace with trellises, and views of the nation’s Capitol and the Washington Monument. "Crowe chose One Metro Center because of its location, access to public transportation, amenities, and the people experience the building will provide to the Crowe professionals who are affiliated with the D.C. office." --Jason Stockton, Office Managing Partner of Crowe’s D.C. Office #commercialrealestate #CRE #WashingtonDC

We continue to make progress on a multi-phase redevelopment that will transform an 85-acre portion of the former Charleston Naval Base into a vibrant mixed-use neighborhood. Together with our partners, we have artfully restored Storehouse Nine, a turn-of-the-century naval warehouse, into a modern live/work community. The four-story brick building, constructed in 1918, blends original industrial architecture with modern utilitarian design elements. Designed to serve the new workforce, the units provide an integrated living environment and workspace in a flexible format. Unlike other live/work concepts, Storehouse Nine is not limited to individuals looking to operate a business from their unit. “Today’s workforce is more flexible and more mobile than ever before. We wanted to create a living experience that reflects that trend and serves a broad range of lifestyles and working arrangements. The live/work units at Storehouse Nine can be adapted for artists and business owners, and more broadly for people prioritizing a home office environment.” -Jay Weaver, Founder and President of Weaver Capital Partners   For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/eucAYHBY #commercialrealestate #CRE #AdaptiveReuse

We strive to have our properties become gathering places where local communities come to share in the significant moments in their lives. Last week, at Jamestown's Schinkel District in Amsterdam, multiple tenants hosted watch parties for the Netherlands' quarterfinal match in the UEFA EURO 2024 Cup. Local distillery Spirited Union Botanical Rum held celebrations on their new outdoor patio, while modern casual restaurant Bennie's offered a special dinner menu to be enjoyed in front of the big screen. Nearby, Bar Multipla also held a watch party on a large screen in their space. The Netherlands defeated Turkey 2-1 and advanced to the semifinal game, which is taking place this afternoon. All three of these tenants will be offering watch parties and special offerings this afternoon as the Netherlands takes on England for a shot at a spot in the finals. #JamestownEurope #commercialrealestate #CRE #UEFAEURO2024

For the first time in over a decade, New York's Fourth of July fireworks took place over the Hudson River, which made Pier 57 an ideal spot to view the show and celebrate Independence Day. Over 6,000 visitors came to Pier 57 to eat at Market 57, listen to live DJ sets, and take in panoramic views from the Pier's rooftop park. #commerrcialrealestate #CRE #IndependenceDay #NewYorkCity

In Japanese aesthetics, wabi-sabi is a worldview centered on the acceptance of transience and imperfection. We approach real estate with a similar mindset, choosing to accept and even accentuate the distinctive character of historic buildings, rather than creating simple, four-white-wall-buildouts. There are often challenges with working with historic or unconventional properties, but we find that tenants, residents, and visitors respond well to the imperfect elements that make a building distinctive. #commercialrealestate #CRE #adaptivereuse #development #design

As our cities evolve, information exchange and collaboration across borders can be catalysts for growth and innovation.   This belief was put into practice this week as we welcomed a delegation of London-based real estate leaders and city officials organized by Opportunity London, an initiative promoting capital investment into London’s low carbon real estate, energy, and infrastructure. As part of their trip to the U.S., we toured some of our signature projects in New York and Boston, including Chelsea Market, Pier 57, Industry City, and the Innovation and Design Building, as well as other projects like the Brooklyn Army Terminal and Governor’s Island.    Opportunities like these emphasize the value of global dialogue around urban development, as major cities like London and New York look for placemaking solutions for sustainable growth.   #commercialrealestate #CRE #GlobalCities #AdaptiveReuse

At their best, our properties are gathering places where people and businesses come together for the benefit of the community. EverybodyFights, which combines the grit of a traditional boxing gym with the style of a luxury fitness studio, has raised over $70,000 for various charitable causes since opening at Boston's Innovation and Design Building (IDB) earlier this year. By partnering with their members to offer workout classes and events to raise money for initiatives important to their community, they offer a unique, holistic approach to fitness not typically seen at comparable health clubs. Last month, NBC Boston Stations visited Everybody Fights to see their flagship facilities at the IDB and learn more about their charitable work. You can watch the segment here: https://lnkd.in/ecBR4VAx. #commercialrealestate #CRE #fitness #Seaport #Boston