Consulting
Briarwood’s continued success has given way to the creation of an independent business dedicated to administering a range of real estate consulting services. The same professionals responsible for Briarwood’s developments can be called upon to provide material solutions at any stage or directly guide the facilitation of 3rd party projects from inception. Leveraging a wealth of resources and honed expertise, Briarwood works hand in hand with clients to identify principal objectives, assess financial & construction viability and formulate the optimal approach and execution. While they consult on all aspects of real estate, Briarwood specializes in affordable housing development. With over 45 years of constant experience in this sector, Briarwood possesses the intimate knowledge of both the obstacles and opportunities facing New York City developers of subsidized housing.
- Generate hard and soft construction cost estimates for multiple development scenarios
- Forecast local market conditions and calculate unit mix and amenity package
- Recommend soft cost vendors and professional contractors for development needs
- Submit value engineering recommendations on all construction means & methods
- Identify and advise on subsidies, grants, tax credits and public/private funding sources
- Consult on green technologies and sustainable building practices
- Revise and finalize structural, architectural and mechanical drawings
- Optimize design for efficient and cost-effective property management
- Incorporate eco-friendly building materials and efficient utility programs
