Residential WatchPost 9/11 Retail EnvironmentPlays A Vital Role In New York

You never get a second chance to make a first impression." We've all heard this famous saying before, but seldom do we think of it in the context of residential buildings. However, if you take a moment and recollect what you first see when you enter a condominium or a co-op, I'll bet it's the ground floor that gets your attention since it is, after all, on eye level. This first impression leaves a lasting mark, which is why a developer or owner ought to give extra thought to the mix of retailers that occupy the ground floor of its buildings.

Whether brand new construction or a conversion, a building's residents deserve the best in shops and services...