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Why return-to-office mandates fail::The question over whether to allow employees to work from home has been settled. Here’s the new normal.

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[–] [email protected] 75 points 10 months ago (16 children)

But if people don't go back to the office, commercial real estate will crash, they'll convert it all into affordable housing, and my curb appeal will lose its sweet, sweet premium value.

Let's not pretend there isn't a micromanaging control issue involved in this, but the core is all about real estate.

[–] [email protected] 18 points 10 months ago* (last edited 10 months ago) (7 children)

The "they'll convert it all into affordable housing" part I wouldn't be so sure about it. 😅 Some might just abandoned it if no body wants it.

[–] [email protected] 10 points 10 months ago (2 children)

Also, I really want malls to be turned into mixed use facilities. Like all the small stores are apartments and the big anchoring spaces on the ends of the mall would be grocery stores and shopping. Imagine you forgot to pick up milk after work so you just walk to the other end of the mall and buy it. I love that idea.

[–] [email protected] 7 points 10 months ago (1 children)

It would be perfect for assisted living facilities or care home situations where accessibility is key

[–] [email protected] 7 points 10 months ago

The old folks are already there every morning walking around, just set them up with some recliners by the water fountain and Wii tennis.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 10 months ago
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