Category: Owners Developers & Managers

United Group elevates Smetana to chief developing officer

United Group elevates Smetana to chief developing officer

May 14, 2024
Troy, NY Jeff Smetana of The United Group of Companies, Inc. has been promoted to chief development officer. In this role, Smetana will continue to oversee operations within the development department as well as collaborate with the department on future growth opportunities including additional developments
Two Trees Management launches sales at One Domino Square

Two Trees Management launches sales at One Domino Square

May 14, 2024
Brooklyn, NY Two Trees Management, a Brooklyn-based, family-owned real estate development firm, has launched sales at One Domino Square, the third ground-up residential skyscraper at the Domino Sugar Factory site along the Williamsburg waterfront. Located at 8 South 4th St., the 39-story mixed-use condominium
Multifamily New Construction: Is air-source the solution to electrification of apartments? VRF vs. PTHP - by Jamie Fales

Multifamily New Construction: Is air-source the solution to electrification of apartments? VRF vs. P...

May 14, 2024
When choosing between Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) technology and Packaged Terminal Heat Pumps (PTHPs) for new construction buildings, it’s important to be aware of the key differences in installation and maintenance. Exploring factors like equipment setup, testing, air sealing, and efficiency helps building managers
Broadview at Purchase College opens university retirement community

Broadview at Purchase College opens university retirement community

May 14, 2024
Purchase, NY Broadview at Purchase College, a university retirement community on the campus of the State University of New York in Westchester, held its official grand opening bringing together a host of dignitaries to celebrate a concept that champions intergenerational connections and lifelong learning.
Gowanus Green Partners releases plans for 955-unit sustainable development

Gowanus Green Partners releases plans for 955-unit sustainable development

May 14, 2024
Brooklyn, NY Gowanus Green Partners, a joint venture between The Bluestone Organization, Fifth Avenue Committee, The Hudson Companies, Jonathan Rose Companies, and Mega Group Development, released new renderings for Gowanus Green, a sustainable, mixed-use community along the Gowanus Canal
Registration for the PWC 2024 annual golf outing is in full swing

Registration for the PWC 2024 annual golf outing is in full swing

May 14, 2024
Hastings-on-Hudson, NY PWC’s annual golf outing is set for Monday, July 15, 2024, at St. Andrews Golf Club. PWC New York is the founding chapter of Professional Women in Construction (PWC), a national nonprofit organization founded in 1980 to support, advance, and connect women and promote diversity
IREM NYC hosts members only Founders Room June 12th

IREM NYC hosts members only Founders Room June 12th

May 14, 2024
Huntington, NY IREM NYC is hosting an event at the exclusive, members only Founder’s Room on Wednesday, June 12th from 6:00-9:00 p.m. For those who don’t know, the Founder’s Room offers the private experience of a hidden members-only club reminiscent of a 1920’s speakeasy.
BOMA NY presents 2024  Energy Action Day panel event

BOMA NY presents 2024 Energy Action Day panel event

May 14, 2024
Manhattan, NY Across the nation, climate laws are being written to place accountability on building owners. Experts say progress depends on a tenant-owner team approach. Following a rousing keynote address by Tony Malkin, chair and CEO of Empire State Realty Trust at BOMA New York’s 2024 Energy Action Day event, an executive panel of experts explored the CRE community’s progress toward carbon neutrality;
Understanding N.J.’s condo inspection law: The imperative for property managers to engage with professional engineers - by Joe DiPompeo

Understanding N.J.’s condo inspection law: The imperative for property managers to engage with pro...

May 14, 2024
In recent months, New Jersey has witnessed a significant legislative development in the realm of condominium ownership—the passage of a statewide condo inspection law S2760/A4384. This law mandates capital reserve studies and comprehensive inspections of condominiums to ensure structural integrity and safety.
Hudson Companies and Housing Works close $119 financing for The Lirio

Hudson Companies and Housing Works close $119 financing for The Lirio

April 16, 2024
Manhattan, NY The Hudson Companies and Housing Works, in partnership with the New York City Department of Housing & Preservation (HPD) and the Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) have closed $119 million in financing for the construction of The Lirio, a mixed-use development
Quadrum Global begins closings at two-tower condominium - The Huron

Quadrum Global begins closings at two-tower condominium - The Huron

April 16, 2024
Brooklyn, NY Quadrum Global, a global real estate development and investment firm, has begun the first closings at The Huron, a two-tower condominium development located at 29 Huron St. in Greenpoint. The team also revealed a one-bedroom model residence by Vesta.
Executive of the Month: Q&A with Nadira Taylor, founder and president of Diamond Mine Real Estate

Executive of the Month: Q&A with Nadira Taylor, founder and president of Diamond Mine Real Estate

April 16, 2024
1. How did you get started in real estate investing?  I felt that real estate investing would help me and our group of investors enter into a market that was lucrative to so many people that I idolized and I wanted to experience investing first hand. Sink or swim!