Conversion projects are ideal for self-storage owners or developers who want to start or expand their business but are unable to find land for a new build. When embarking on this type of project, consider these functional and aesthetic factors.

Many things can go wrong during the development and construction of a self-storage facility. This article examines five often unforeseen difficulties that can lead to cost overruns, delays and even project shutdowns.

Once you’ve found the right land parcel on which to build a self-storage facility, the next step is to create the ideal site layout and unit mix, which is both art and science. Here are some factors that will help you determine what to build and...

When property owner Bruce Raskin got pushback from residents and businesses on the initial design for a self-storage facility he wanted to build in the trendy Melrose District of Phoenix, he and his wife took the feedback and created a design...

Prospective customers often choose a self-storage facility based on their first impression of a property. What does yours say? Learn renovation techniques that can transform an older site to great effect.

Adding self-storage as an anchor to a mixed-use real estate project offers many benefits to developers and the community. Here are some of the features and complexities of these in-demand projects.

A well-designed self-storage facility will be more secure and repel would-be thieves. Consider the following advice on building layout, office safety, lighting and other important security elements for your next storage project.