When thinking about high-end commercial real estate, most people envision hotels and office buildings, or perhaps eye-catching retail and restaurant store fronts. Few would include self-storage in this mix, but they really should. This industry is fast becoming a design powerhouse, not only embracing innovative building materials and architectural techniques, but ultimately redefining the way properties should look and feel now and in the years ahead.

But today’s self-storage facilities aren’t just aesthetically pleasing. They bring top-notch functionality and durability as well as a variety of products and services, making them a valuable business in any community. See examples in the design gallery ahead and read how today’s projects are bringing style and substance to their neighborhoods.