QLine First Look
Jim Bieri had the opportunity for a 'first look' ride on the QLine with fellow ULI members. Detroit's new streetcar line, a 6.6-mile circulating loop, opens to the public this weekend.
Street Retail in Downtown Detroit
Will downtown's increasing population entice chain retailers to make a move? Jim Bieri speaks with Chain Store Age about what street retail in Detroit looks like.
Renovations for Fisher & Kahn Buildings
Jim Bieri speaks with The Detroit News about improvements to the Fisher Building. [The Detroit News |Fisher and Kahn buildings to get $100 million makeover| November 14, 2016] FULL ARTICLE
From Grit to Glamour
While we anxiously await the custom glass installation that will complete the retail space storefront, the renovation of the 116-unit Briggs Houze is coming together. The transformation of the former Hotel Briggs is really something you have to see to appreciate. You're in luck! Check out how these units went from grit to [...]
Downtown Apartment Buildings Bring More Retail
A slew of redeveloped apartment buildings will be opening soon. Units are getting snagged up quickly, with many of the projects hitting 100% during pre-leasing. Check out a recent article from the Detroit Free Press HERE. Many of the upcoming buildings will house more than just residents. First floor retail space will complement the Downtown Detroit market [...]
Nike Store Opens in Detroit
Jim Bieri speaks with the Detroit Free Press about Nike's impact on future retailers. [Detroit Free Press | May 27,2016] FULL ARTICLE
Greektown’s Diversity
Jim Bieri comments on Detroit's flavorful Greektown neighborhood. Greektown is adapting to Detroit's economic growth. While this means a change in name for the Greektown Casino later this year and many non-Greek restaurants, there is still plenty of Greek flavor. [The Detroit News | Detroit’s Greektown strives to stay Greek yet diverse | March 10, 2016] FULL [...]
Retailers around the new arena
Jim Bieri speaks with Crain's about likely tenants in the Woodward Square area. [Crain's Business Detroit | Building city blocks: Area around new Red Wings arena teems with planned projects | Jan 31, 2016] FULL ARTICLE
The District Detroit
Jim Bieri speaks with the Detroit Business Journal about the District Detroit development. [Detroit Business Journal | Hockey Haven | Nov 4, 2015] FULL ARTICLE
Our Featured Retailer is A Perfect Fit
Breast Cancer Awareness Month is wrapping up. It’s awesome to see local and national businesses showing their support. From pizza boxes to NFL game apparel and everything in between! (My sister and I got a picture with P.F. Chang's warrior horse outside of the restaurant in Las Vegas. P.F. Chang's is donating $1 for every photo [...]