OTL Insights

For the last 12 years, Gloria Molina Grand Park in downtown Los Angeles, California has been the site of an annual Día de los Muertos event. The cultural holiday, which…

It may seem counterintuitive that a structure that relies on water to operate can actually help stakeholders reduce water usage—but it’s true. In fact, many of the stakeholders our company…

We all know that water features can add tremendous value to commercial spaces by contributing aesthetic appeal and attracting tenants, guests, and visitors from miles around. Yet the benefits don’t…

Although brick-and-mortar stores and restaurants were among the real estate sectors that suffered the most during the pandemic, these sectors also came roaring back as the crisis subsided. Owners of…

Photo Credit Ian Bailey The high inflationary environment has caused many middle-class shoppers to tighten their belts. California Centers featured OTL’s Vice President of Pre-Construction Tom Real in an article…

As the weather warms up, we are reminded that an unexpected benefit of the COVID pandemic for retail centers was the advent of activated outdoor spaces. Restaurants arranged seating areas…

Identifying and emphasizing retail centers’ most important differentiators can help stakeholders maximize value during this critical period of resurgence. Texas Real Estate Business published an article by OTL’s Vice President…

As building owners and facility managers increasingly focus on enhancing health and wellness at their institutional and commercial properties, one aspect that is critical to these goals is amenities. Building…

Photo Credit Ian Bailey As brick-and-mortar retail stores experience a post-pandemic resurgence, retail center owners are seeking to fuel investor interest and implement amenities that appeal to shoppers. In addition,…

While comprehensive maintenance implemented by skilled service professionals is always imperative, preventive care is especially critical in the colder months, when damage from ice can destroy even the best-designed and…