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May 2015 — Property Management Quarterly — Page 13
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You might be wondering what
an architect has to do with
property management. After
all, isn’t it enough that Elkco
thinks like the property owners
it serves? Fact is, having an
experienced architect on staff
helps Elkco’s clients make the
most of their investments.
Ken Cilia, Elkco’s director
of real estate, is a licensed
architect who can show you
how to best reposition a dated
building, freshen up a unit
for better rent, or make cost-
effective repair choices.
In South Denver, Ken’s vision
helped guide a property owner
who wanted to renovate a
clubhouse. The structure
Elkco is committed to deliberate, steady growth. We’ve
carefully planned our expansion to make the most of
our years of expertise, allowing us to give each asset the
attention and focus it needs for maximum results.
Discover the difference a strategic, focused management
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was dated and dark, but Ken
noticed something else that
made it difficult to use — the
front door was hidden, forcing
residents to search for access.
Once inside, residents couldn’t
see the leasing agent.
Ken converted the back door
to the front door, added
flower boxes, threw out the
dark curtains and created an
open, welcoming layout. The
leasing agent began welcoming
prospective tenants into the
bright, airy building and made
memorable first impressions.
A few simple tweaks paved the
way for big numbers. Twelve
months later, the NOI for the
South Denver property grew
by 53 percent.
Find out what Elkco’s Ken Cilia
can do for you.
What can a trained architect do for you?
Find out with Elkco.
We Have a
Secret Weapon.