Turning unused office space into housing could solve 2 problems, but it's tricky

The article discusses the growing real estate trend of converting old, underutilised office spaces into apartments. It mentions an example of an office building in Washington, D.C., which is being transformed into apartments with a modern look. While this trend seems beneficial in providing much-needed urban housing, the process of conversion is challenging and more complicated than it appears. The conversion targets out-of-the-way and older office buildings, especially in city centres that are experiencing a decline in business due to the reduced presence of commuters who now work remotely. As a result, many downtown businesses are struggling to survive without the regular patronage of office workers.

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