Rebecca Baird-Remba

Rebecca Baird-Remba is a reporter for Commercial Observer. She grew up in the D.C. area and has lived in New York City since moving here for college. She got her start covering real estate for Brownstoner, and worked at NY YIMBY before heading to Commercial Observer.

LinkedIn Twitter
48 Wall Street.
Leases  ·  Office
New York City

Flex Office Provider Quest Workspaces Stays Put at 48 Wall Street

By Rebecca Baird-Remba
Two new prebuilt office suites at 685 Third Avenue incorporate custom designed white oak shelving, wall paneling and finishes for a midcentury modern vibe.
Design + Construction  ·  Architecture
New York City

685 Third Avenue Gets Offices Inspired by Sol LeWitt Mural

By Rebecca Baird-Remba
Former "Real Housewives of New York City" castmember and Evergreen Construction CEO Barbara Kavovit is running for mayor.
Design + Construction  ·  Construction
New York City

The Race to Gracie Mansion: Interview with NYC Mayoral Candidate Barbara Kavovit

By Rebecca Baird-Remba
TSX Broadway
Design + Construction  ·  Features
New York City

A Proposed Permit for Hotel Construction Could Croak NYC’s Hospitality Recovery

By Rebecca Baird-Remba
Two Trees is inching toward the public approval process for "River Ring," a two-tower residential project with public waterfront space in Williamsburg.
Design + Construction  ·  Politics & Real Estate
New York City

Two Trees’ ‘River Ring’ Residential Towers Will Get First Public Hearing in April

By Rebecca Baird-Remba
West Elm just opened its new outlet store at Industry City in Sunset Park, Brooklyn, where it has operated its design and prototype shop for several years.
Leases  ·  Retail
New York City

West Elm Opens Outlet Store in Brooklyn’s Industry City

By Rebecca Baird-Remba
The new 11,000-square-foot amenity center at 100 Park Avenue, designed by Design Republic, includes several different areas, including a lounge space with midcentury modern-inspired furniture.
Design + Construction  ·  Architecture
New York City

SL Green Completes Luxe Amenity Center at 100 Park Avenue

By Rebecca Baird-Remba
City Councilman Carlos Menchaca suspended his mayoral campaign this week, but plans to run for public office again in the future after his current term ends this year.
Design + Construction  ·  Policy
New York City

Industry City Foe Carlos Menchaca Talks Zoning and Housing Policy

By Rebecca Baird-Remba
Mayor Bill de Blasio announced a plan to reopen Broadway theaters by September.
Coronavirus  ·  Politics & Real Estate
New York City

Mayor de Blasio Promises Broadway Will Reopen This Fall, Open Streets Will Continue

By Rebecca Baird-Remba
Left to right, clockwise: Craig Deitzelweig, John Mechanic, Haniel Lynn, Brendan Weiden, James von Klemperer, Dean Shapiro.
Design + Construction  ·  Leases
New York City

Here’s How Landlords Can Make Tenants Feel Comfortable About Returning to the Office

By Rebecca Baird-Remba
804 Lexington Avenue.
Leases  ·  Retail
New York City

Smashburger Takes Over Former Burger Heaven Location on Upper East Side

By Rebecca Baird-Remba
MAYA WILEY.
Design + Construction  ·  Policy
New York City

The Race to Gracie Mansion: Interview With Mayoral Candidate Maya Wiley

By Rebecca Baird-Remba
Perkins & Will's new office at 1250 Broadway includes two pantries, one of which has a plant wall on top of it.
Design + Construction  ·  Architecture
New York City

Architecture Firm Perkins&Will Builds Airy New Studio in Midtown South

By Rebecca Baird-Remba
Kathryn Garcia supports rezonings in wealthier neighborhoods, expanding voucher programs for homeless New Yorkers and investing in the city's public housing.
Politics & Real Estate
New York City

The Race to Gracie Mansion: Interview with NYC Mayoral Candidate Kathryn Garcia

By Rebecca Baird-Remba
Construction worker with mask in NYC.
Design + Construction  ·  Construction
New York City

NY Construction Companies Struggle With PPE Shortages, Infected Workers, Rising Costs

By Rebecca Baird-Remba
A small reception area by the conference room in NRP Group's new Union Square office.
Design + Construction  ·  Architecture
New York City

NRP Group Moves Into New Union Square Office

By Rebecca Baird-Remba
Alex Wong/Getty Images
Design + Construction  ·  Policy
New York City

The Race to Gracie Mansion: Interview With NYC Mayoral Candidate Shaun Donovan

By Rebecca Baird-Remba