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From lords to luxury hosts: The transformation of Manhattan office real estate - by Joseph Aquino

From lords to luxury hosts: The transformation of Manhattan office real estate - by Joseph Aquino

May 26, 2026
For decades in New York City commercial real estate, landlords acted like Lords. Tenants were expected to feel fortunate simply to occupy space in their buildings. The
IREON Insights:  Don’t lose your claim: The importance of timely Mechanic’s Liens - by Richard and Stuart Zisholtz

IREON Insights: Don’t lose your claim: The importance of timely Mechanic’s Liens - by Richard a...

May 26, 2026
There has been a lot of litigation over the years pertaining to subcontractors claims and the obligation of the owner to pay for work performed and materials furnished on the
Rechler Equity unveils Greybarn Patchogue rental community

Rechler Equity unveils Greybarn Patchogue rental community

May 26, 2026
Brookhaven, NY Rechler Equity Partners celebrated the opening of its newest rental community: Greybarn Patchogue. A ceremonial ribbon-cutting attended by Town of Brookhaven supervisor Dan Panico, and other local elected officials, community organizations, and business leaders was held to mark the unveiling of this residential development.
Mayor’s office of environmental coordination releases inaugural Leading Green Public Projects report

Mayor’s office of environmental coordination releases inaugural Leading Green Public Projects repo...

May 26, 2026
New York, NY The mayor’s office of environmental coordination released the inaugural Leading Green Public Projects report, recognizing five public projects completed in fiscal year 2024 that have exceeded the city’s minimum green building standards
Gilbane names Vlahakis as head of capital markets

Gilbane names Vlahakis as head of capital markets

May 26, 2026
Manhattan, NY Gilbane Development, a nationally recognized leader in integrated real estate development, has appointed Andreas Vlahakis as head of capital markets based out of the firm’s New York City office.
ULI New York celebrates 10th annual Awards for Excellence in Development

ULI New York celebrates 10th annual Awards for Excellence in Development

May 26, 2026
Manhattan, NY The Urban Land Institute New York (ULI New York) celebrated the tenth annual Awards for Excellence in Development on April 29, 2026, at the Ziegfeld Ballroom, presenting Scott Rechler with the 2026 Visionary Leadership in Land Use Award
Yeung of MOCEJ launches concierge-style service for buildings emissions reductions

Yeung of MOCEJ launches concierge-style service for buildings emissions reductions

May 26, 2026
Bronx, NY In Concourse Village, New York City chief climate officer Louise Yeung, head of the Mayor’s Office of Climate & Environmental Justice (MOCEJ), launched a free, concierge-style service to better serve NYC’s buildings
Uniland completes transformation of Embassy Suites Buffalo within Avant

Uniland completes transformation of Embassy Suites Buffalo within Avant

May 26, 2026
Buffalo, NY Uniland Development Company has completed a comprehensive transformation of the Embassy Suites Buffalo within Avant, an award-winning mixed-use building. The revitalization delivers a refreshed, modern guest experience while reinforcing the hotel’s position as a premier destination for conferences, events, and tourism in western New York.
Global Holdings signs Industrious to 28,000 s/f coworking space at 875 Third Ave.

Global Holdings signs Industrious to 28,000 s/f coworking space at 875 Third Ave.

May 26, 2026
Manhattan, NY Global Holdings Management Group in partnership with Industrious, a flexible workplace experience company, have signed a leased for a new location at 875 Third Ave., set to open in July 2026.
Brookfield Props. secures 475,000 s/f lease renewal with Cleary Gottlieb at One Liberty

Brookfield Props. secures 475,000 s/f lease renewal with Cleary Gottlieb at One Liberty

May 26, 2026
Manhattan, NY According to Brookfield Properties, Cleary Gottlieb has recommitted to One Liberty for another 20 years. The deal marks the firm’s second long-term lease extension at the 53-story trophy office tower. 
Feil Organization signs 74,500 s/f lease with HDR at 7 Penn Plaza

Feil Organization signs 74,500 s/f lease with HDR at 7 Penn Plaza

May 26, 2026
Manhattan, NY The Feil Organization has signed HDR, employee-owned architecture and engineering firm, to a long-term, 74,500 s/f lease at 7 Penn Plaza. The firm will relocate one of its flagship offices to the building, occupying the 15th,
Howden takes full floor at The Durst Organization’s One Five One - 31,519 s/f

Howden takes full floor at The Durst Organization’s One Five One - 31,519 s/f

May 26, 2026
Manhattan, NY According to the The Durst Organization, Howden, the global insurance broker, signed a 31,519 s/f lease for the 53rd floor at One Five One, located at 151 West 42nd St.