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From urban cores to suburban centers, mixed-use developments are reshaping how communities function. With over 20% of enclosed malls in the U.S. planning to convert to hybrid configurations and nearly 80% of adults open to living in mixed-use communities, Retail Street Advisors helps create thriving spaces where retail, hospitality, and residential seamlessly coexist to meet the needs of modern living.

🛍️ Urban retail is emerging as a stellar post-pandemic sector, attracting both investors and prime tenants in a trend driven by sturdy consumer spending, increasing tourism and an ongoing rise in office attendance. Check out this article to learn more. If you are interested in purchasing property in the retail sector, contact our team at www.titlelaw.com. #commercialrealestate #titleinsurance #GArealestate #escrowservices

🛍️ Urban retail is emerging as a stellar post-pandemic sector, attracting both investors and prime tenants in a trend driven by sturdy consumer spending, increasing tourism and an ongoing rise in office attendance. Check out this article to learn more. If you are interested in purchasing property in the retail sector, contact our team at www.titlelaw.com. #commercialrealestate #titleinsurance #GArealestate #escrowservices

Restaurants, leisure activities and public services must be prioritised over retail stores to reverse the fortunes of town centres, says a new Manchester Met-backed House of Lords report. The report, High Streets: Life Beyond Retail?, was published today (28th November) on the eve of retail event Black Friday by the cross-party House of Lords Built Environment Committee, to which Senior Lecturer Dr Lucy Montague from Manchester School of Architecture, was appointed earlier this year as Special Advisor. read the full article on the The Manchester Metropolitan University website https://lnkd.in/e7hcqdr3 #HighStreetRevival #UrbanRegeneration #FutureOfRetail #SustainableCities #CommunityDevelopment #HighStreetTransformation #UrbanPlanning #PublicServices #ResilientCities #RetailEvolution #ManchesterMet #PolicyInnovation #BuiltEnvironment #SmartCities #TownCentreRegeneration

🛍️ Urban retail is emerging as a stellar post-pandemic sector, attracting both investors and prime tenants in a trend driven by sturdy consumer spending, increasing tourism and an ongoing rise in office attendance. Check out this article to learn more. If you are interested in purchasing property in the retail sector, contact our team at www.titlelaw.com. #commercialrealestate #titleinsurance #GArealestate #escrowservices

🌍 Change is Constant — Whether in Retail or Urban Spaces 🏙️ If there’s one thing both retail and urban development have taught me, it’s that nothing stands still for long. In retail, we see customer preferences shifting faster than ever. Trends come and go, new technologies emerge, and businesses need to stay one step ahead to meet evolving demands. It’s not just about selling products anymore — it’s about creating meaningful experiences and connections. Urban development tells a similar story. As cities grow and change, so do the challenges communities face — from housing and transportation to sustainability and social cohesion. Innovation and adaptability are key to shaping spaces where people thrive. Whether it’s a retail shelf or an urban street, the same question applies: How do we create spaces that truly serve people’s needs today and tomorrow? I’d love to hear your thoughts: What changes in these areas have caught your attention recently? #RetailInnovation #UrbanDevelopment #Adaptability #CustomerExperience #Sustainability

🛍️ Urban retail is emerging as a stellar post-pandemic sector, attracting both investors and prime tenants in a trend driven by sturdy consumer spending, increasing tourism and an ongoing rise in office attendance. Check out this article to learn more. If you are interested in purchasing property in the retail sector, contact our team at www.titlelaw.com. #commercialrealestate #titleinsurance #GArealestate #escrowservices

📉 The Decline of UK Retail Spaces – A New Opportunity for Developers? The UK high street continues to struggle, with a record 50 shops closing every day in 2023, according to the Centre for Retail Research. But where some see decline, I see opportunity. In our latest projects, we’re transforming empty retail spaces into mixed-use developments that include residential units, co-working spaces, and leisure facilities. The future of city centers may not be retail-dominated anymore, but it’s far from bleak. How are you adapting to the changing face of the high street? #RetailDecline #MixedUseDevelopments #UrbanRegeneration #UKProperty

🏙️ City Centers Are Changing: Are We Ready for the Shift? Post-pandemic, we’ve seen a noticeable shift in how people are using city centers. With more flexible working and the rise of online shopping, the traditional high street model is under pressure. The latest data from PwC shows a net decline of 1,000 chain stores in the first half of 2023 alone. For us as developers, this shift presents an opportunity to rethink urban spaces. Mixed-use developments, with a blend of residential, commercial, and leisure, are the future. In fact, we’re already seeing strong demand for city center living—especially in areas close to transport hubs and green spaces. The future of our cities isn’t about retail dominance anymore; it’s about creating vibrant, multi-use communities. Who else is seeing this shift in demand? #UrbanDevelopment #CityCenters #MixedUse #PropertyDevelopment

In a recent feature, The Globe and Mail details the evolving needs of consumers that are leading to shopping centres to be re-imagined into community cultural hubs. Read more about this urban-development trend and how Oakridge Park is leading by example here: https://lnkd.in/gj7DP6xe