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TenantSee Weekly: It's What's Inside That Counts

TenantSee Weekly: It's What's Inside That Counts

If you’re like me, growing up your mother told you no less than twice a day “…it’s what’s inside that counts” or “…don’t judge a book by its cover”.  I’m grateful for that advice, as it helps me be more mindful of bias, more open minded.  Did you know the same is true for office buildings?  That it’s not just about how the building looks, or where it’s located.  The nuanced details of the ownership, debt, and occupancy also matter…a lot.

TenantSee Weekly: Modern Workplace Planning: Solving for Experience Part VII: Design and Construction

TenantSee Weekly: Modern Workplace Planning:  Solving for Experience  Part VII: Design and Construction

One common mistake tenants and their advisors make when negotiating the office lease is failure to properly account for design and construction implications.  These are important considerations.  Space design plays a vital role in determining the efficacy of the space, how it translates in terms of value to the employees.  Construction is expensive, representing a material component of the tenant’s total occupancy cost.  Gaining understanding about design and construction at the right time in the transaction process provides useful data in the context of effective negotiations.