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We Built a Better Office-to-Residential Conversion Calculator. Here’s What’s Under the Hood.

Date Published
February 4, 2026
Section
In the Media
Areas of Expertise
Climate Real Estate
From:
CBS In the News

Propmodo highlighted research by Columbia Business School’s Stijn Van Nieuwerburgh examining the economics and environmental implications of converting underutilized office buildings into residential housing. The article references his work on how office-to-residential conversions can help address urban vacancy while advancing climate goals through more sustainable building use. His research provides a framework for evaluating the financial viability and environmental benefits of transforming aging office stock into energy-efficient housing.

 

Mentioned Faculty

Photo of Professor Stijn Van Nieuwerburgh

Stijn Van Nieuwerburgh

Earle W. Kazis and Benjamin Schore Professor of Real Estate
Finance Division
Earle W. Kazis and Benjamin Schore Professor of Real Estate
Paul Milstein Center for Real Estate
Co-Director
Paul Milstein Center for Real Estate
Mentioned On
Propmodo
Mentioned Research
Converting Brown Offices to Green Apartments
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