Galleries

Galleries are presented as image showcases or slideshows. Image showcases highlight industry events and projects. They are photo-driven and designed to visually educate and entertain. Slideshows are designed to explore a topic of interest via informative data displays and graphical storytelling. These presentations examine the issues, trends and education that impact the various segments of the self-storage market.

Imagination and Luxury in Self-Storage Facility Exteriors: 2019 Design Showcase

May 31, 2019

The self-storage industry continues to flourish, with facilities popping up everywhere. From new builds to conversions to renovations of older properties, owners and developers continue to vie for the attention of demanding consumers using the...

Running at Peak: A 6-Part Facility-Performance Checklist for Self-Storage Operators

Dec 19, 2018

No matter how long you’ve been running a self-storage facility, a solid operations checklist can ensure you regularly review key areas for peak performance. Though not definitive, the following covers the critical questions that must be answered...

The 2018 Top-Operators Lists: Evolution of the Self-Storage Industry’s Largest Owners and Management Firms

Sep 14, 2018

This slideshow takes you inside the Inside Self-Storage 2018 Top-Operators Lists, looking at notable growth and decline among this year's top 100 facility owners and top 50 management companies. See who's expanding and contracting as well as new...

A New Aesthetic Ideal: Self-Storage Facility Design 2018

May 24, 2018

Self-storage design has progressed tremendously in the past decade as facilities take their place among high-end establishments in commercial and residential sectors. A new aesthetic ideal has emerged, with upscale architecture, elaborate...

Critical Components to Self-Storage Feasibility

Feb 09, 2018

Whether you already own a piece of land or you’re eyeing a new parcel, it’s critical to evaluate the viability of a potential self-storage project before shovels hit the dirt. The site and surrounding area, upfront costs, and long-term expenses...

Living on the Edge: 12 Secrets to Close Every Self-Storage Sales Lead

Dec 14, 2017

This slideshow shares 12 strategies you can use to make the most of every sales lead. Learn how to follow up on prospects, establish rapport with customers, understand your competition, profit from ancillary sales and more.

The 2017 Top-Operators Lists: The Self-Storage Industry's Largest Owners and Management Firms Fatten Their Portfolios

Sep 16, 2017

This slideshow takes you inside the Inside Self-Storage 2017 Top-Operators Lists, looking at notable growth and decline among this year's top 100 facility owners and top 50 management companies. See who's expanding and contracting as well as new...

Superstars of Self-Storage Design: 2017 Facility-Exteriors Showcase

May 26, 2017

As self-storage spreads across the face of the globe and developers enter more and diverse markets, a new era of facility design emerges, forever changing the industry's public image. This spectacular showcase highlights exterior design trends...

Buying Self-Storage Facilities: 10 Questions to Answer During Due Diligence

Feb 24, 2017

This slideshow examines 10 important questions every self-storage buyer should answer during due diligence. It identifies key areas of concern to help you through the vetting process, including time considerations, the legalities of ownership...

Off the Clock: Self-Storage Operators Share Their After-Hours Hobbies and Interests

Nov 17, 2016

When not running their facilities, self-storage operators have a diverse set of hobbies and interests, from fire-spinning and organic gardening to car racing and travel. In this slideshow, they share stories and photos of their favorite pastimes.