Commercial building remodeling ideas?

[Martin Z.]

There's tons of sites dedicated to giving design/remodel ideas for homes, any good sites out there where one would be able to get ideas on retail/office design? Outdoor facade, interior, etc.

Thanks

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Hi Martin,

Here are some ideas:

1.  New landscaping - drought tolerant landscaping can look great and save a lot on water bills. Many water agencies provide rebates and incentives which can help offset costs.

2.  Facade renovations - Making the facade more attractive can transform a new center's image and increase the attainable rents.

3.  New Pylon Sign - A new pylon/monument sign can also help change the image of a center, increase the visibility for the tenant's businesses, and be a great advantage/benefit for tenants.

4.  Parking lot seal/stripe - This can help a parking area to look fresh and clean

Besides the above items, maintenance can be even more important than upgrading a center.  Just making sure that all the common area lights are working, having a weekly sweeping/landscaping/pressure washing maintenance service can make a big difference.  

Good Luck!