Ellen Rosen

Wendy Nalani E. Ikemoto, chief curator of the New-York Historical Society, aims to interpret, contextualize and activate art “in a way that is relevant to today.”

The resiliency of remote work has prompted large law firms to rethink their real estate footprint, shedding space even as they bulk up their head count.

Once derided as symbols of a commodified work force, cubicles are making a comeback, and workers are personalizing them and posting photos on social media.

As companies reduce their office footprint to accommodate remote work, they are turning to decommissioning teams to clear out furniture, fixtures and equipment.

Although some employees might decide to stick with their jobs when the market appears uncertain, work force reductions can, conversely, spur more quitting.

MycoWorks uses mycelium, the substance in the root structure of mushrooms, to make Reishi, which has the look and feel of leather. Big-name companies are very interested.

Beach erosion and the frequent occurrence of high tides and strong storms are causing some owners to contemplate lifting or moving as added protection.

Companies like BlueWave are betting on it. But the technology has its critics.

With advances in equipment, balls are going farther, posing risks to people who live nearby.

As digital advertising costs rise, more direct-to-consumer retailers are opening shops, leasing turnkey options or securing short-term spaces in other stores.