There are many factors that go into self-storage facility design, but not all properties are created equal. Sometimes, what looks good on paper doesn’t work functionally or practically once it’s built. In addition, market dynamics and customer...
John Fayard Self Storage in Santa Rosa Beach, Fla., recently received a “Scenic Corridor Design Excellence Award” from the Scenic Corridor Foundation (SCF), a nonprofit that promotes preservation and enhancement of the U.S. Highway 98 and 331...
Climate-controlled self-storage has become commonplace but is often regulated to only interior buildings. Here’s a look at the benefits, design and costs of adding this feature to drive-up storage units.
Though self-storage facility design may appear straightforward, there are several factors to consider when building a property for success. Here are ideas for creating a unique architectural presence while maintaining cost-efficiency, function and...
Texas entrepreneurs David Ledoux and Rick Stockton have launched a new concept in self-storage development. Learn how they’re incorporating stacked shipping containers to build eco-friendly facilities.
The latest self-storage design trends are being driven by market factors such as smaller building sites, a need for multi-functional space, municipal demands, building codes and more.
Whether developing a new self-storage facility or planning a conversion, there’s an opportunity to increase the property’s rentable square footage. This article offers some inventive ways to uncover more space for storage units and increase your...
There are many ways to maximize land use for a self-storage project, but a thorough understanding of zoning restrictions and how to leverage allowances is essential to getting the most out of a parcel.
The two greatest impediments facing self-storage developers today are finding a suitable site and securing approval from local government entities. Learn about two recent projects that overcame zoning challenges to move forward.
