Famous architect George Washington Smith, inspired the California movement called the Spanish Colonial revival almost 100 years ago. Smith dropped out of Harvard to eventually work as a bond trader. Once a successful businessman, he moved to the Santa Barbara community anticipating a relaxing lifestyle and planning to work on his painting abilities. What surprised… Read More…
These trends in architecture will shape the year 2017
We have all seen many trends in architecture that make us wonder whether we live in a real world or just an imaginary stage that someone designed. It is a bit extreme but some buildings and facilities look from outer space. Architects always impress us with their meaningful creations and sometimes strange and weird artifacts.… Read More…
How sustainable architecture makes the world a better place
Taking care of the environment and helping Mother Nature get back on her feet has become the mantra of the 21st century. Pacts between governments have been signed and ratified. Regulations have become stronger and fines more severe. Recycling has taken on much more importance than ever before. People and companies are trying to find… Read More…
Five San Francisco Real Estate Dynasties
1. Bechtel Family Warren A. Bechtel started Bechtel engineering and construction company in 1923. He was only 25 years old. The Bechtel family is known for famous projects such as the Hoover Dam, the Channel Tunnel, Crossrail London and the Tacoma Narrows Bridge. Warren A. Bechtel died unexpectedly during the Hoover Dam Project, so his… Read More…
Why do Foreign Investors Favor US Commercial Real Estate?
It’s no surprise that the US Commercial Real Estate market is a favorite among foreign investors. The US is a place where people can place their money with certainty and have a feeling of safety. We are seeing more stability here than in other areas across the globe. In 2015, Marcus & Millichap reported in… Read More…
Property Manager Enthusiasts
Real estate Kenny Slaught has had a successful career with his company in Santa Barbara. He has managed to include more than 3 million square feet of coastal California apartment, office, retail, and self-storage properties throughout his long and fructiferous career. Although managing rental properties might be at first a daunting task, there are, however,… Read More…
Construction Outlook for the Top Five Hotel Markets
Hotels are popping up in cities all over the US. Some cities have a stronger market and stronger demand while other cities prove more difficult to build. Let’s take a look at the top five cities where the demand is strong and new construction is stacking up. San Francisco Over the past 12 months, over… Read More…
Real Estate: Business VS. Investment
The purpose of this article is to provide readers with a solid foundation on what are those necessary tips to make the most out of the real estate market when it comes to rentals. Managing properties, just like any other profession, requires a set of skills and knowledge for it to be carried out efficiently.… Read More…
The 10 Most Innovative Trends In Architecture
The world of architecture never ceases to amaze and inspire us. Every single day, more advances are made to the way our ingenuity as a species is realized in the form of buildings, houses, and other types of structures that go beyond the boundaries of our imagination. Here at Kenny Slaught’s Blog, we bring you… Read More…
Six Industrial Markets See Lower Vacancy Rates and Higher Rents in the First Half of 2016
There has been a recent boost in the industrial side of real estate causing the rents to raise and vacancy rates to drop. Let’s take a look at the six core industrial markets whose demand has risen in the first half of 2016. Atlanta Atlanta is having another productive quarter as some large industrial tenants… Read More…