Keeping up with the current tariffs - by Kerrick Wille

As we come closer to the end of the summer, the tariff craze has only seemed to become more and more unpredictable. It seems like there are new announcements and suspensions extended every day. Because of this, it can be hard to stay on top of what the most current tariffs implemented are. This article will break down the most up-to-date tariffs that those in the real estate industry would want to be aware of.

Legion Investment Group and Nahla Capital begin construction of 26 condo development

Manhattan, NY According to Legion Investment Group and Nahla Capital, vertical construction is underway at 1122 Madison Ave., a new condominium development that will introduce 26 residences to the Upper East Side. Designed inside and out by Studio Sofield, the residential building is one block from Central Park, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, and near other cultural institutions.

Perkins&Will welcomes Malone to science and technology practice

Manhattan, NY Perkins&Will has welcomed back Matt Malone to lead the Science and Technology practice in its New York and Philadelphia studios. Malone returns to the firm after three years with Taconic Partners, where he served as senior vice president of life science at Elevate Research Properties.

Adjaye Associates with Cooper Robertson finish design for The Studio Museum

Harlem, NY The Studio Museum plans for the public opening of its new seven-floor, 82,000 s/f building on Saturday, November 15, 2025. This milestone moment will be marked by a celebratory community day that will activate the entire building, welcoming everyone from the museum’s surrounding communities and beyond.

Rahimpour joins SGA as principal and head of NY architecture department

Manhattan, NY Reza Rahimpour, AIA, LEED AP, joined SGA as principal and head of the New York architecture department. In his new role, Rahimpour hopes to drive SGA’s growth in New York by advancing digital innovation and contextual design, further establishing the firm as a leader in shaping the future of the built environment.

City of Yonkers with Mulford Corp. and The Community Builders breaks ground on Willow at The Ridgeway

Yonkers, NY In a historic milestone that was 15 years in the making, officials from the City of Yonkers, New York State, Westchester County, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the NYS Homes and Community Renewal joined with the Mulford Corporation, The Community Builders (TCB) and Yonkers Housing Authority to celebrate the groundbreaking for Willow at The Ridgeway.

EP Engineering provides MEP services for affordable housing development

Bronx, NY EP Engineering has served an integral role in the design and engineering of River Commons, a groundbreaking 17-story mixed-use development located at 1225 Gerard Ave. Developed by L+M Development Partners, Type A Projects and designed by Bernheimer Architecture, the 375,000 s/f project is redefining sustainable urban living by integrating affordable housing, healthcare, and advanced geothermal infrastructure.

AIA New York hosts 158th annual meeting and elects 2026 leadership

Manhattan, NY On June 18^th AIA New York (AIANY) hosted its 158^th annual meeting, where members gathered to elect 2026 leadership and celebrated the achievements of 2025 and its award recipients. The meeting also served as a moment to reflect on committee programs and initiatives of the last year, with a spotlight on 2025 AIANY president Benjamin Gilmartin, AIA’s presidential theme, “See You IRL: Designing for Public Life”.

2025 Women in CRE: Mindy Bergman, Meridian Capital Group

What skill or quality do you believe is essential for success in your field today? Success in this field requires strong organization, persistence, and responsiveness. Organization enables me to manage complex loan files and refinance deals with precision. Persistence keeps transactions moving despite obstacles, while responsiveness

2025 Women in CRE: Kimberly Hartnett, AmTrust Title Insurance Company

If you could change one thing about the CRE industry, what would it be and why? Within the next decade, 40% of the industry workforce will reach retirement age, yet we face a significant gap in attracting and retaining talent. We need more women, and greater diversity overall, in decision-making roles.