Manhattan, NY ArtBridge, a public arts nonprofit, and the Downtown Alliance, the nonprofit business improvement district for Lower Manhattan, have unveiled the first mural borne out of their partnership to beautify construction fencing across the borough. Award-winning artist Eirini Linardaki designed the artwork,
Albany, NY The New York Building Congress has opened a new office in Albany, strengthening its statewide presence and reinforcing its commitment to supporting and growing the built environment across New York State and beyond. The new office will deepen the organization’s engagement with state policymakers
Manhattan, NY Syska Hennessy Group has refreshed its brand in conjunction with the launch of a new strategic plan. The refreshed logo and other marketing assets are designed to balance heritage and progress. “Our aim was to convey the same heart but with an updated look
Jericho, NY Mojo Stumer Associates, a Long Island–based architecture and interior design firm, has been selected to design the new headquarters for Esquire Bank at 300 Jericho Quadrangle. The project encompasses a 50,000 s/f, two-floor headquarters that will nearly double
Manhattan, NY A stretch of Midtown is evolving into a new destination and round-the-clock “Eat, Live, Play Corridor” linking several adjoining neighborhoods that stretch from Eighth Ave. east to Bdwy./6th Ave., and from 42nd St. down toward the low-30s.
Babylon, NY Realterm, an independent global investment manager focused on the transportation industry, announced today the acquisition of 1013 Long Island Ave., a fully-leased industrial outdoor storage facility located in Deer Park.
Bronx, NY A major expansion of a public elementary school recently completed by RKTB Architects adds to the firm’s deep K-12 portfolio of additions that deliver not only much-needed classroom space for growing student populations but also modernize facilities, bolster universal accessibility
Queens, NY The Urban Land Institute (ULI) New York has recognized 15 projects as finalists for its tenth annual Awards for Excellence in Development. Seven winners in as many categories will be announced and honored at ULI New York’s Awards Gala on April 29, 2026, at Ziegfeld Ballroom.
Hamburg, NY Ned Perlman of Largo Real Estate Advisors arranged a $25 million construction loan for a 112-unit multi-family development. One of Buffalo’s most
Manhattan, NY Shawmut announced a national growth strategy to reach $5 billion, adding new leadership roles and expanding into new geographies and sectors, including mission critical.
Manhattan, NY On January 22, 2026, the Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY) hosted more than 1,100 leaders from real estate, government, labor, economic development and other leading New York City business sectors for the 130th REBNY Annual—the premier networking event for the region’s real estate industry.
New York, NY Delivery apps like DoorDash, UberEats, and GrubHub have changed the restaurant business forever. They increase sales but also squeeze margins with commissions ranging from 15-30%. Meanwhile, a
Manhattan, NY Tredway, a real estate developer, has made the addition of two new hires: Katie Wheeler as vice president, investments and Alex Radick as investment associate. At Tredway, Wheeler and Radick will join a dynamic team dedicated to creating, preserving, and revitalizing affordable and mixed-income housing
Manhattan, NY Rudin a full-service real estate organization and one of New York City’s largest private owners, operators and developers of first-class real estate, has signed an extension of up to four years on its $425 million CMBS loan backed by 32 Avenue of the Americas.
Legislatures and regulators continued to pass laws affecting New York’s commercial real estate industry and New York courts continue to issue decisions interpreting agreements. Here are a few highlights:
Real property tax assessment litigation in New York State [tax appeal, tax certiorari] is a nuanced and complex process that must comport with the requirements of state statute, court rules and case law precedent. Consequently, the state legislature took pity on home owners by creating a residential tax appeal forum known as Small Claims Assessment Review
Brooklyn, NY According to The Domain Companies, Hey Clay, a pottery studio, and Gowanus Marketplace, a grocer, have opened at 420 Carroll, the first mixed-income building developed through the 2021 Gowanus Neighborhood Rezoning. The two businesses offer a retail environment for residents and the Gowanus neighborhood.
Brooklyn, NY BWE, a national commercial and multifamily mortgage banking company, has closed two loans totaling $120 million to refinance the Residence Inn Times Square and the Courtyard
Manhattan, NY Arrow Real Estate Advisors has added Abie Horowitz as a broker and Alan Frastai as an analyst. These new hires reflect Arrow’s continued growth and commitment to providing clients with
Manhattan, NY The Real Estate Limited Partner Institute (RELPI) has added Ephraim Poloner to its executive team as managing director, strategy. In this capacity, Poloner will help expand RELPI’s