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Profits and Orange & Partners: A Strategic Alliance for Real Estate Enhancement

In a significant step towards evolving the real estate landscape, Profits Corporation has announced a partnership with Orange & Partners. This collaboration seeks to harmonize both asset value and emotional value in real estate by enhancing not only profitability but also the experience associated with properties. The partnership is particularly focused on the residential, office, and hospitality sectors, along with the revitalization of existing real estate. The aim is to integrate local community attributes and experience design into properties, creating spaces that resonate with visitors and encourage repeat engagement.

The overarching goal is clear: to increase occupancy rates and establish a premium for rentals by creating places that people desire to revisit. With a commitment to investing 20 billion yen annually, both companies are poised to adapt their approach based on market trends and project outcomes.

Project Launch and Initial Developments

As a testament to their collaborative vision, the duo launched their first project in Yokohama's Chinatown with the TRAN.SCENDER® HOTEL Yokohama. Opened in November of last year, this innovative establishment aims to represent a new brand perspective, combining Profits’ comprehensive project management expertise with Orange's creative experience design. Here, a former large restaurant has been transformed into a prominent location that embodies the unique charm of Yokohama’s Chinatown, thereby enhancing real estate asset value.

Looking ahead, the collaboration plans to integrate their expertise in various sectors, combining Profits' investment strategies with Orange’s brand and experience creation insights. This partnership aspires to establish a new real estate model centered on experiential value.

A New Perspective on Real Estate Value

This collaboration is not just about cosmetic improvements to properties. It aims to build “reasons to visit” and “experiences worth returning to”, leading to an upward trajectory in both profit and asset value. The initiative emphasizes creating spaces that inspire organic word-of-mouth recommendations and foster community ties, as well as recognizing the cultural narratives intrinsic to each location as vital assets for competitiveness.

Avoiding the pitfall of price competition is essential, therefore the focus on brand identity will ensure that properties are sustainable and valued beyond mere metrics like size or location. By monetizing experience value—tracked through metrics like Customer Lifetime Value (LTV), repeat visitation rates, and social media engagement—the partnership seeks to present a fresh approach to real estate evaluation that transcends traditional methods.

The Concept of “Branded Placemaking”

At the heart of this initiative is the concept of “Branded Placemaking.” This strategy involves embedding the history, culture, and stories of locations into the fabric of their branding. By doing so, they not only amplify the economic value and recognition of real estate properties but also instill pride among local communities and visitors alike.

The areas of focus for this concept include:
1. Residences: Transforming living spaces into vibrant community hubs that enrich daily lives and reflect contemporary values.
2. Offices/Co-Working Spaces: Creating environments that foster spontaneous interactions and idea-sharing, beyond just optimizing work efficiency.
3. Hotels/Accommodation: Positioning hotels as cultural touchpoints that offer immersive local experiences reflecting their unique heritage.
4. Revitalization of Underutilized Properties: Breathing new life into neglected assets by enriching them with experiential value and community functions.

As the partnership progresses, projects and targeted areas will be announced, focusing on residential, office, and hotel developments, as well as the revitalization of existing sites.

Leadership Insights

In a recent statement, Shinichiro Tanaka, CEO of Profits Corporation, emphasized the essence of this partnership: “By collaborating with Orange & Partners, we are evolving our practice to create compelling investment opportunities that integrate intangible assets into real estate.” He highlighted the challenge of merging profitability with social impact, viewing this partnership as a means to redefine the role of real estate in enriching human experiences.

Similarly, Tomoki Hagiou, Vice President of Orange & Partners, expressed optimism about their role in transforming real estate: “Our vision is to see properties as influential brands that foster genuine connections within communities and preserve cultural narratives through design.”

About the Companies

Profits Corporation specializes in real estate investment and operations, focusing on unique opportunities to enhance urban assets, with emphasis on social impact and value creation. Meanwhile, Orange & Partners is a creative agency dedicated to producing enriched community experiences through innovative planning. Together, their collaboration promises to reshape the real estate landscape with an experiential focus.

For further inquiries, please contact:

• - Profits Corporation
• - Orange & Partners