Step into the world of cutting-edge real estate with our latest episode featuring Yair, an architect-turned-data scientist who's reshaping the industry at Hines. We explore the fascinating journey from drafting tables to data analytics, and discover how this unique perspective is transforming urban landscapes.

Yair shares his obsession with converting offices into housing, a timely topic in today's evolving housing environment. We'll dive into the challenges of urban redevelopment, the future of office spaces, and how companies like Hines are adapting to a rapidly changing market.

Get an insider's look at:

• The success story behind Hines innovative coworking product, The Square
• A captivating comparison of architectural giants Gensler and OMA
• The crucial role of MIT labs in fostering industry collaboration
• Hines's strategic shift from office-centric to a diversified real estate portfolio

Chapters

00:00 - Turning Offices into Housing

05:28 - The Success of Hines's Coworking Product

06:27 - Gensler vs. OMA: A Difference in Design

13:55 - Labs at MIT

30:21 - The Challenges and Opportunities of Office-to-Housing Conversions

36:06 - Navigating the Unique Nature of Different Cities in Real Estate

36:53 - Hines: From Office-Focused to a Diversified Portfolio

48:01 - Exploring the Future of Real Estate with AI, Crypto, Decarbonization, and Community

54:18 - The Importance of Being Part of a Strong Group and Accessing Resources for Career Development

Links:

Checkpoint Building

POST Houston

The Big U

One Architecture

BIG

Hines

The Square

Industrious

Williams Tower

South Station Tower

Fifth Wall