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Opinion: The baby boom wave is cresting

Housing Wire

2050 and Beyond: By mid-century, we will have more than 19 million people aged 85 and older. The next generation of housing will need enlightened new design, how to pay for and support this new age will require intelligent new thinking. •To As has been the case for 78 years, Boomers are central to this epic paradigm shift.

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Why it’s time for the housing industry to get serious about climate risk

Housing Wire

And the Federal Reserve has asked the nation’s six largest banks to participate in a climate scenario analysis designed to measure and manage climate-related financial risks. And federal regulators can better address climate-related financial issues facing low-to-moderate (LMI) communities and communities of color.

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Quakes, Climate Change and the Risk of Floods to Our Homes

Will Springer Realtor

of Emerald City real estate – from Smith Cove to the Port of Seattle – will be at risk of yearly coastal flooding by 2050. Storms are getting more severe, so we also need to practice wind-resistant design.” Climate Central – a non-profit, sea-level-rise research group – calculates that nearly $2.2B

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How to Conduct the Most Effective Columbus, Ohio Property Search

The Robert Weiler Company

and other higher learning institutions, such as Columbus State Community College, Columbus College of Art and Design, and Franklin University. By 2050, the population of Central Ohio is expected to grow by more than 500,000 — possibly by 1 million (potentially nearing 3 million people)! from 2010 to 2020.

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8 Sustainability Trends Driving Commercial Real Estate for Earth Day

The Robert Weiler Company

Commercial real estate developers are ensuring that the goal of Earth Day is being met, as evidenced by widespread initiatives in green design and sustainable building. Space Design and Integration When you think of “green” design, you may not consider the layout or function of the interior building space.

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A CALL FOR MORE ACCESSORY DWELLINGS AMID HOUSING CRUNCH

Will Springer Realtor

The cities of Seattle and Renton offer pre-approved ADU designs to help streamline the government-approval process which can often be onerous. Don’t get me started about Seattle’s design review exercise!) . The Ralph Anderson -designed estate sits on a plateau near Squak Mountain and provides outstanding Cascade views.