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Phygital Horizons: Spatial Computing Meets Real Estate

March 14, 2025

Friday, March 14, 2025

On Tap Today

  • Let’s get phygital: The rise of spatial computing has blurred the lines between the physical and digital worlds and will change how we interact with buildings.

  • Mixed-use webinar: Next week, join JLL and Kastle experts to explore data-driven strategies for boosting profits and tenant synergy. Sign up

  • Connectivity webinar: Tips for optimizing your office with smart tech and seamless connectivity for a smooth return-to-work. Sign up

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The call to return to the office continues to sound, but that 'office' looks different. It is no longer just a corporate hub in a major city, it is a flex office provider or a third workspace, or even a coffee shop with WiFi. Explore how innovative companies have embarked on a mission to redefine the workplace experience, employing innovative modular architecture that’s scalable and sustainable, creating environments that inspire both productivity and collaboration.

Perspective

What is real? It’s a simple question with an increasingly complex answer. We like to think of reality as the physical spaces around us—the buildings we work in, the streets we walk, the homes we return to. But as digital technology becomes more immersive, from AR glasses to heads-up displays to AI-generated environments, the line between physical and digital reality is blurring. The spaces we occupy are no longer static; they are layered with digital experiences, personalized and ever-changing.

This shift could redefine real estate. Buildings that are no longer just structures—but platforms for tailored experiences. Imagine walking into an office where the walls display artwork chosen to match your mood, the lighting adjusts to your preferences, and even the layout subtly adapts based on your past behaviors. Spatial computing is making this possible, transforming physical spaces into dynamic, customizable environments.

As digital and physical realities converge, the built world is no longer just about brick and mortar. It’s about experience. The future of real estate isn’t just about creating spaces—it’s about curating realities.

Overheard

Workplace Design

Flexibility Will Save the Office in an Uncertain World

Offices face an uncertain future amid remote and hybrid work, but Ford’s transformation of Detroit’s Book Depository into an innovation hub for Newlab shows that flexibility, modular design, and collaboration are key to remaining competitive in a rapidly evolving world.

READ ONLINE: https://propmodo.com/flexibility-will-save-the-office-in-an-uncertain-world/

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Webinars

Combining Residential and Commercial Spaces in Modern Developments

When executed effectively, mixed-use developments seamlessly integrate residential and commercial spaces, creating a highly sought-after asset class. Whether you're a developer shaping the next urban hotspot or a property owner optimizing asset value, this webinar offers essential insights into the evolving mixed-use real estate landscape.

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Your Building's Tech Stack is Key to a Happy Return to Office

As companies return to the office, they are upgrading layouts, amenities, and technology to boost productivity and engagement. Optimized office tech is crucial, supporting seamless connectivity and smart systems. Without it, even well-designed spaces may lack the flexibility and convenience today’s workforce expects.

REGISTER: https://propmodo.com/your-buildings-tech-stack-is-key-to-a-happy-return-to-office/

Popular Articles

Designing an Office for an AI-Enabled Workforce

AI is changing how we work, making tasks easier and offices smarter. Workplaces must adapt by using AI, supporting teamwork, and creating better spaces for people. Landlords can help by sharing data and insights. The future office will blend AI and human work for better productivity.

READ ONLINE: https://propmodo.com/designing-an-office-for-an-ai-enabled-workforce/

The 50 Greatest Commercial Real Estate Books of All Time

These are the top 50 commercial real estate books chosen by industry leaders, covering essential topics like market analysis, investment strategies, innovation, policy, and even fiction—a valuable resource for real estate professionals seeking deeper industry knowledge.

READ ONLINE: https://propmodo.com/the-50-greatest-commercial-real-estate-books-of-all-time/

Redfin’s Acquisition Is About Customer Acquisition, Not Revenue

The Federal Reserve aims to hold rates steady, but Trump’s push for cuts could politicize monetary policy, risking market stability. This tension may impact commercial real estate, with borrowing and asset pricing uncertainty looming ahead.

READ ONLINE: https://propmodo.com/redfins-acquisition-is-about-customer-acquisition-not-revenue/

Trump’s New Immigration Plan Threatens Real Estate’s Original “Golden Visa”

The Federal Reserve aims to hold rates steady, but Trump’s push for cuts could politicize monetary policy, risking market stability. This tension may impact commercial real estate, with borrowing and asset pricing uncertainty looming ahead.

READ ONLINE: https://propmodo.com/trumps-new-immigration-plan-threatens-real-estates-original-golden-visa/

Perfecting the Phased Approach to Mixed-Use Development on a Reclaimed San Francisco Waterfront

San Francisco’s Mission Rock is transforming a former industrial site into a vibrant waterfront neighborhood. With housing, offices, retail, and parks, the multi-phase development prioritizes sustainability, flexible design, and economic resilience. Backed by major tenants like Visa, it’s poised to become a key urban destination.

READ ONLINE: https://propmodo.com/perfecting-the-phased-approach-to-mixed-use-development-on-a-reclaimed-san-francisco-waterfront/

How Mixed-Use Developments Are Connecting with Their Neighborhoods, Not Replacing Them

Station Yards in Ronkonkoma shows how thoughtfully designed mixed-use developments can integrate with, not replace, existing communities. Despite initial opposition and infrastructure hurdles, developer Tritec collaborated with local leaders, supported small businesses, and enhanced public spaces, ensuring synergy between old and new.

READ ONLINE: https://propmodo.com/how-mixed-use-developments-are-connecting-with-their-neighborhoods-not-replacing-them/

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