Mixed-use apartments are becoming increasingly popular in urban areas, as they offer a unique combination of residential and commercial space. These buildings are designed to maximize the use of space and provide a variety of amenities to their occupants. However, one of the challenges of mixed-use apartments is balancing...
There is a high rate of uncertainty in multifamily housing and other real estate properties. People are now facing economic and social futures that seem unpredictable. This adds to the continuous effect of the Covid-19 pandemic. The past couple of years has created different opportunities. Opportuin how we work, live,...
Mixed-use buildings, which combine multiple functions such as residential, commercial, and office spaces in the same building, pose unique challenges for MEP (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing) systems design and operation. Some of the common MEP challenges for mixed-use buildings include: Diverse Occupancy Types: Mixed-use buildings typically have...
Sun helps as a source of natural light for your home but even at that, sometimes it can be too much. You need something to control the amount of sun that comes in. Canopies and architectural sunshades are two very popular sun control options. More often used in a...
Around the world and even in the U.S., mixed-use developments are experiencing a great surge in popularity. The word ‘mixed-use’ has now become a buzzword in today’s real estate market. The sexiest cities or urban settlements now have a massive number of mixed-use properties. It is a fact that mixed-use...
When you compare the way of life some 100 – 150 years ago and now, a lot has changed. The introduction of technology created a lot of changes we see these days. Technological advancements over the years have not only played a role in how we work but also...
Wanting a mixed-use building is one thing but creating the design is another. This is one angle a lot of people fail in lately. They forget it’s not about the willingness or the financial capacity to set up a mixed-use development. But having the right design matters. In this...
This is now the era where you have the concept of a mixed-use building thrive more than normal buildings. Mixed-use development is a big thing nowadays. It seems to be having its moment right now and doesn’t seem to backing down. In recent years, people now prefer to work...
A huge number of buildings constructed in recent times are mixed-use buildings. A lot of people spend their time in a mixed-use building without knowing that’s what it is. The concept of a mixed-use building might be old but still, the industrial age has played a role in it....
A mixed-use building is a pedestrian-friendly development. This type of structure blends in two or more either residential, cultural, commercial, or industrial uses. Mixed-use development is the type of planning strategy that grows a community. It fosters development that serves public health, the environment, and the economy. Although the...
Until the 1920s, the United States had a plethora of mixed-use structures. When the automobile became the primary mode of transportation, these structures were no longer considered necessary or desirable. At the start of the 1980s, many engineers and building designers wanted to stimulate economic growth and improve quality...
Since the 1920s, mixed-use buildings have become the most common constructions in urban areas. Although, there are available new lines of urban planning with modern civilization. This is depending on the separation between the different uses. It’s all in a bid to offer the most usage of space. Mixed-use buildings...
In the present-day real estate market, commercial buildings have become more mixed-use buildings. Providing not only commercial business spaces but also residential spaces. These improvements bring forth changes in MEP designs and HVAC systems. The need for a heating and cooling system that can accommodate both commercial and residential...
The conflict between life safety and security always poses a big challenge. Each year, several hotels and mixed-use buildings report cases of fire outbreaks. These reoccurring issues of nasty fires in buildings are the reason any top hotel design firm will opt for fire safety measures. The aim is...
As the name implies, mixed-use building refers to structures with a blend of business, residential and retail spaces. It is often found in pedestrian-friendly environments. Sometimes referred to as the ‘live-work-play environment’. This is because it allows people of different facets of life to coexist in the same space. ...
The construction of mixed-use buildings keeps increasing daily with its ever-growing need. Mixed-use development seems to be transforming both suburban and urban areas. Which also adds to its increasing popularity. Across the U.S alone, it has a high surging rate as you can find a number in most cities. ...