Sammy Zherka

Real estate development has changed a lot in the past decade. Even companies and industries that are most resistant to change have realized the need to take different approaches, given the shifting demographic characteristics and demands.The market responds to a number of key factors that drive the direction of development. Image source: commons.wikimedia.org Generational determinants can fuel more innovative ways of planning the space according to the projected specifications and tendencies of future inhabitants and occupants. For example, if certain spaces or locations had been tagged for industry-specific uses, more flexibility in the play-work-live configurations of urban areas seems to be more appealing to the younger generation. Diversity works on so many levels, and immigration trends considerably affect the market as well.A mixture of various profiles (education, age, etc.) accounts for the evolving requirements for residential and commercial areas and the balanci...

Giving back and volunteering provides help beyond compare to the community in need. People who spend their free time partaking in community service projects are giving other a second chance and hope for a better future. It may come as a surprise to many that acts of philanthropy are actually beneficial to the health of the volunteer. Both mental and physical health are positively impacted when we partake in giving back. Here are just a few of the ways that our bodies happily take on the responsibility of giving back. Physical Benefits For many, giving back comes in the form of donation. While giving money or supplies is a great way to provide support, physical acts of community service are where health benefits arise. Obvious forms of health-promoting charity come in the form of donation based walks or runs. Although money is still a factor in these situations, it is a simple way to support an organization or cause while helping your own well-being. Other means of giving incl...