You Probably Own This 7-Eleven (and That's Why It Looks So Sad)
This article explores how real estate investment trusts (REITs) contribute to the homogenization of American commercial landscapes. It argues that the financialization of retail property leads to the creation of 'stroads' and nondescript, car-centric environments.
Why it matters
It highlights how passive investment structures influence urban planning and the physical character of local communities.
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