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Why can't a real estate office be fun AND functional?

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Real Estate Agent with Rich Cotton The Waterfront Specialist EXiT Preferred Realty

I checked into AR today and read Darrin Freidmans post about a deskless office. I had a similar idea back in January and our build out is almost complete. We should be totally done by end of October. I must say it was quite a challenge to fit everything into less the 1,800 square feet.

My vision was also like a Starbucks entry, casual swivel bucket seating around a modern glass coffee table, coffee bar directly across with a 47" flat screen for TV, Music or viewing properties. To the left is an Internet bar (half moon with modern chrome hydraulic seating). It will have 3 computers (IMACS when compatible with our industry software) for browsing/work/surfing. Finally a reception desk with a wall waterfall behind.

The work area lies behind a beautiful Frank Loyd Wright type door wtith opaque glass. Management has three private offices. The agents "hotel" at three semi private work areas and we have a large room for Team conferences. We have a small kitchen for the agents/entertaining. Last but not least two intimate rooms for meeting with clients.

Can't wait to put it into play!

Diane Donnelly
Keller Williams Flagship - Annapolis, MD
Anne Arundel County, MD Real Estate

That sounds like a super cool office Rich.  Wish you luck with your new beginning!

Sep 27, 2009 01:34 AM
Michael Setunsky
Woodbridge, VA
Your Commercial Real Estate Link to Northern VA

Rich, sounds like a good floor plan and functional work space. Good luck when it goes operations.

Sep 27, 2009 01:37 AM
Rob & Jeannie Steward - Realtors®
RE/MAX Advantage - Nashville, TN
We Work TWICE As Hard For You! - Ashton Group

I really like that whole 'Starbucks' look and feel. Sounds like a cool office! Way to impress your high dollar clients that whine about listing their properties at 6%.

Sep 27, 2009 01:43 AM
Rich Cotton
Rich Cotton The Waterfront Specialist EXiT Preferred Realty - Chesapeake City, MD
Waterfront Specialist Cecil and Kent Counties MD

Diane,

Thanks! We are really excited and can't wait to have our Grand Opening!

Michael,

Thanks for your vote of confidence.

Rob & Jeanne,

Still having problems with the $'s. Too much competition. We have been using a very unique marketing plan to combat the issue. I will share that in a future post. Once I figure out how to embed the video and have the text wrap correctly.

 

 

Sep 27, 2009 01:58 AM
Deena Cottingham
GreenApple Staging & Images, Calgary Staging & Photography - Calgary, AB
Home Stager & Photographer

Okay, sign me up! Sounds like a great, innovative plan, Rich. Let us know how it works out!

Nov 29, 2009 08:11 AM
Ann Allen Hoover
RE/MAX Advantage South - Hoover, AL
CDPE SRES ASP e-PRO Realtor - Homes for Sale - AL

I look forward to seeing the video you mention.......and the office idea sounds very inviting!

Jan 24, 2010 03:49 AM