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At the beginning of 2020, occupancy rates in New Hampshire’s office and industrial markets were solid – above 92%. The pandemic has shifted occupancy rates in both sectors, but in different ways. The office market remains unsettled as the state moves farther away from the initial pandemic

The global COVID-19 pandemic created many challenges for the commercial real estate industry. Many small and local businesses have closed or continue to hang on to the hope that business will resume to “normal”. “Essential” businesses have prospered in comparison

When thinking about what the restaurant industry will look like in 2021, the reality is that it’ll be years before “the days of old” will be back.  Our new presidential administration, while it throws an additional $1,400 to every individual adult, it may be forcing a $15 minimum wage on all employers

What seems to be the longest year ever has come to an end! We have seen a lot change in a short span of time. Our new ways of interacting have brought forth challenges & opportunities in the business world. There is a booming economy on the horizon, but in the immediate markets

More than ever, Bob Dylan’s 1964 song “Times, They are a-Changin” best describes our current times. After almost a year of historic economic and personal loss, we finally see “the light at the end of this tunnel”. It’s truly amazing what companies such as Pizer

Case Study: The Point in Littleton, Mass. Signage plays a key role in showcasing your retail store’s brand image and drawing new customers into your door. It is important to develop a vibrant, fresh, and inviting

What was the most difficult part of working during the pandemic of 2020? The biggest challenge of working during the pandemic has been adjusting to a partially remote workforce. While technology has allowed us to successfully work remotely during the beginning of the pandemic, it became obvious at a point that we were missing something. There is an unmeasurable dynamic of face-to-face interaction, collaboration and teamwork that happens in an office environment

What was the most difficult part of working during the pandemic of 2020? The most difficult part of working during the pandemic was not being able to meet with clients or attend networking events in person. Video calls are fine but I miss seeing people in person!

What aspects of working from home have you enjoyed most? Without commuting and office distractions, the days were noticeably more efficient. It provided an opportunity to spend more time with my family while accomplishing the same or more work in a single day.

What was the most difficult part of working during the pandemic of 2020? Traditionally, the practice of architecture is based on mentoring -- professionals working closely side-by-side learning from each other. Realizing work from home will lead to the potential loss of tacit knowledge, MP established periodic virtual check-ins to make that human connection

What was your greatest professional accomplishment or most notable project, deal, or transaction in 2020? While we had several great projects in 2020, we are very proud to have designed the Pelham House Resort in Dennis Port, MA This project consisted of a brand new 13,000 s/f ocean front function facility, restaurant and bar located directly on Nantucket Sound.