Editor’s Letter

Just in time for ICSC Las Vegas, welcome to our Retail issue!

Retail, as many of you know, was my entry into writing and editing about real estate and, truth be told, it’s still my favorite sector, largely because it must adapt so quickly to consumers’ changing needs and desires.

That’s why I’m delighted to feature the opening of Pier 57 with its dining hall and more, and the ongoing development of Mountain View Village in Utah, which are showing how new projects must reflect and serve their communities. As you’ll see in By the Numbers, retail has survived the challenges posed by COVID-19 far better than many people predicted.

Also check out our columnists, who share their wisdom as always.

One other note: If you think you’re seeing a lot of content about the environment this month as well, you’re right. Last month’s focus on sustainability drew so many amazing contributions from industry experts that we didn’t have room for them all. So, over the next couple of months, you’ll see these terrific features. After all, we only have one planet, so every day is Earth Day.

Meanwhile, I’ll be roaming the Las Vegas Convention Center and environs from May 21 through 23 at ICSC in search of stories.

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