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W W W. M A I N E B I Z . B I Z 23 J U LY 2 7 , 2 0 2 0 F O C U S R E A L E S T A T E / C O N S T R U C T I O N / E N G I N E E R I N G experienced by Fork Food Lab's mem- bers and their markets, as well as rein- vented uses and operational protocols in an uncertain environment. "We knew quickly that we would need more space to meet the COVID normal that we felt and continue to feel will be part of our environment in the foreseeable future," he says. Talking points "COVID normal" is becoming an important talking point in real estate circles. e pandemic is creating new conversations about the way commer- cial space is used. Topics include size and flexibility. Although everything is in flux, brokers say clients are, if not acting upon, at least talking about what their space needs might look like now and in the future. Factors include physical distancing protocols, combined with considerations around remote versus on-site work and how that affects where employers want their employees to be. At the Boulos Co., managing direc- tor and broker Drew Sigfridson is help- ing Seretta navigate his modified search criteria in a rapidly changing climate. He says almost all of his clients are contemplating their workspace needs in light of the pandemic (see sidebar). Adjusting requirements "We're starting to see some compa- nies look at reconfiguring or redesign- ing their offices in a way that provides more space and flexibility for their employees," he says. "If they had cer- tain requirements that they thought they needed six months ago, many of those clients are adjusting those requirements now." He continues, "It is so interest- ing to see how certain industries have been positively impacted and need significantly more space, while some are negatively impacted and look to reduce their square footage. Industrial, medical, research and development real estate continues to be in very high demand, while office users contemplate what the future will hold." So, they called The Dunham Group to guide the way. We are proud to support clients like Guideline, who bring successful businesses to Maine, offering opportunities that build strong and sustainable futures for Maine workers. Portland, ME dunhamgroup.com 207.773.7100 Local Knowledge. Regional Focus. Global Reach. Call or Visit Us Online. Guideline needed help navigating Maine real estate... EIGHT LOCATIONS IN ME, MA & FL 207.989.4824 | cesincusa.com CESI NC Engineers Environmental Scientists Surveyors We've moved! We moved to our new headquarters at One Merchants Plaza in Downtown Bangor! C O N T I N U E D O N F O L L OW I N G PA G E » It's very dynamic and changing weekly. — Drew Sigfridson

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