The Problem with Cities
"The relationship between economic activity and office demand has changed forever." My latest piece for The Atlantic explores the broken relationship between economic prosperity and cities. In the past, a growing economy, booming markets, and low unemployment meant offices were full and cities were doing well. Today, this
The Simons Defense
Jim Simons just died. Simons was an award-winning mathematician who worked as a code breaker for the U.S. Government and founded Renaissance Technologies, the most successful investment firm in history. Over three decades, Simons's Medallion Fund achieved an average annual return of 66% per year. It'
WeWork Did What?!
At least someone is bullish about offices. But it's not a landlord, tenant, or real estate investor; It's a software company.
You're Already Remote
The best companies pretend to hire locally to fool everyone else.
Don’t Sleep With Your Boss.
Yes, old work is done better in person. But new work will ultimately produce the greatest value.
Who Needs An Office Anyway?
I wanted to share with you a video of a talk and Q&A session I gave in San Diego a few weeks ago. It summarizes my thoughts about the future of work, but also some broader ideas about the nature of our economy and where everything is headed.
Real Estate & AI: Ten Predictions
How will AI affect the value, design, and operation of physical buildings and cities?
Intelligence and Leisure-as-Work
People will get paid to do whatever they want. Here's why.
Urbanism and Peace
Cities are essential for pacifying bitter enemies abroad. But also for bringing together polarized compatriots at home.
A History of Helplessness
I hope you'll forgive me for drawing your sympathy to one dead soldier. I know there are many others who deserve it.
