2016 Year in Review: William Gati, Architecture Studio

William Gati, Architecture Studio

Name & Title: William Gati, AIA Architect

Company Name: Architecture Studio

What was your most notable project, deal, transaction or professional achievement in 2016?

I performed a feasibility study, construction cost analysis and schematic designs for a 15,000 s.f. expansion of the Sheet Metal Workers Union training facility in Jamaica, Queens.

What project, transaction, market trend or product had the greatest impact on your industry this year?

The decrease I inventory ot new homes and apartments has spurred demand for new housing all over the city.

How will you be supercharging your productivity in 2017?

I acquired a new pair of eyeglasses that is transitional bi-focal. It also has a blue coating that allows better computer work without glair. This offers me the ability to see clearer and sharper images. The new lenses are digitally mastered and have much better transparency. I can work more hours without eye strain and see the fine details on the computer screen.

What emerging trends will drive investment and development in 2017?

Donald Trump is a force in Washington that promises to make America great again. I believe he will make businesses more profitable which will in turn improve real estate development in 2017. As an American business owner, I believe that the new administration will help us be more profitable.