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May 7, 2013
Real Estate's 10 Under 40

In an era where brick-and-mortar retailers face increasing challenges from the Internet and a still slow recovery, they must rely on their real estate staff — particularly those under the age of 40 — more than ever before. These professionals, who bridge the "tried-and-true" methods of their mentors and the technology-driven next generation, are creating the stores, the shopping centers, the streets of today and tomorrow.

December 12, 2012
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema to open at City Point Development

Charter Realty & Development said it has leased 43,842 sq. ft. for an Alamo Drafthouse Cinema at the City Point Development in Brooklyn, N.Y.

November 27, 2012
Nor’easterly Surge

Not even a hurricane named Sandy could erode the economic upsurge experienced by the northeastern United States over the last year. What this region rebuilt after the Great Recession has managed to stay strong even in the face of Sandy’s 80-mph winds, record flooding and the damage inflicted by its nor’easter sister that arrived just days after the fall 2012 hurricane.

October 23, 2012
Macerich to acquire Kings Plaza and Green Acres Mall

The Macerich Co. announced plans to acquire Kings Plaza, located in Brooklyn, N.Y., and Green Acres Mall, located in Valley Stream, N.Y., on the border of New York City and Nassau County.

October 23, 2012
West Elm to launch new retail concept

Williams-Sonoma announced that its West Elm division will launch a neighborhood market format, called West Elm Market, on Oct. 25, in Brooklyn N.Y.

March 6, 2012
Modell’s Sporting Goods to open three new stores, adds staff

Modell’s Sporting Goods said it will celebrate the grand opening of three new locations in Brooklyn, N.Y., Fresh Meadows, N.Y., and Wayne, N.J., on March 8.

November 30, 2011
Mint.com reveals cities with most Black Friday shopping activity

The 15 cities with the most shopping activity on Black Friday 2011 were Manhattan, N.Y.; San Francisco; Los Angeles; Brooklyn, N.Y.; San Jose, Calif.; Seattle; Chicago; San Diego; Houston; Atlanta; Dallas; Saint Louis; Portland, Ore.; Austin, Texas; and Minneapolis, according to mint.com, an online personal finance site.

September 15, 2011
1800mattress.com leases 2,500 sq. ft. in Brooklyn

Winick Realty Group announced that 1800mattress.com has leased its third Brooklyn location at 2417 Flatbush Avenue, one block from Kings Plaza in the Flatbush -- Ditmas Park neighborhood.

August 9, 2011
11 Broadway, New York City

Architectural firm GreenbergFarrow is designing 11 Broadway, a 161,570-sq.-ft., mixed-use property now under construction at Kent Avenue and Broadway in Brooklyn's Williamsburg section.

11 Broadway is a mixed-income building that includes both residential and commercial spaces. It was developed by L+M Development Partners, Inc. and continues the company’s work in providing high-quality affordable housing to emerging communities in New York City.

June 16, 2011
Asian Fusion Restaurant to open in Williamsburg

Winick Realty Group announced that Fushimi, an Asian fusion restaurant, will open its third New York City location, in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.

April 27, 2011
Ikea powers up solar in Brooklyn

One of the largest commercial solar rooftop installations in the five boroughs has gone live. Ikea announced that the solar energy system on its store in Brooklyn, N.Y., now is commissioned, operational and certified by Con Edison and New York City.

April 27, 2011
Ikea powers up solar in Brooklyn

One of the largest commercial solar rooftop installations in the five boroughs has gone live. Ikea announced that the solar energy system on its store in Brooklyn, N.Y., now is commissioned, operational and certified by Con Edison and New York City.

March 9, 2011
American Apparel founder and CEO hit with $250 million teen sex suit

Dov Charney, the controversial founder and CEO of American Apparel, has been hit with his most serious lawsuit to date.

February 1, 2011
Barneys Co-Op Named Store of the Year in CSA Design Competition

Barneys Co-Op, in Brooklyn, N.Y., won top honors in Chain Store Age’s 29th annual Store of the Year Retail Design Competition, which attracted entries from around the globe.

January 14, 2011
Duane Reade’s Brooklyn store features beer bar

Duane Reade’s new store in the Williamsburg section of Brooklyn, N.Y. , boasts an unusual feature for a drug store: a beer bar.

January 14, 2011
Duane Reade’s Brooklyn store features beer bar

Duane Reade’s new store in the Williamsburg section of Brooklyn, N.Y. , boasts an unusual feature for a drug store: a beer bar.

December 15, 2010
Ikea to install solar panels on two additional locations

Ikea plans to install solar energy panels on two East Coast stores: Paramus, N.J., and Stoughton, Mass.

November 7, 2010
Shake Shack debuts in Brooklyn

Robert K. Futterman & Associates said it has arranged a retail lease with Danny Meyer’s...

August 4, 2010
Toys ‘R’ Us to open pop-up store in Brooklyn

Real estate firm Sholom & Zuckerbrot Realty said it has negotiated a pop-up store lease...

August 31, 2008
Lester’s Goes Upscale

Lester’s, a New York retail institution for 60 years, has opened a high-style outpost...

June 19, 2008
IKEA Opens First New York City Location

IKEA opened its first store in New York City, in the Red Hook section of...

May 13, 2008
Ikea to Offer Free Ferry Service to Brooklyn Location

Ikea said it plans to offer a complimentary ferry service to its upcoming store on...

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