Commercial Developments


In the Commercial Developments category you can read about UK commercial property either in the planning stage, under construction or newly completed. This includes reports on office and serviced office space, retail developments and much more.


Going Wild for the Country

Posted on 22 November, 2012 by Neil Bird under Commercial Developments

Only a few decades ago the only greenery you were likely to see in an urban setting were weeds sprouting from litter strewn brownfield sites. During the post-war years Britain’s cities had been reconstructed and redeveloped in a spirit of optimism and... Read More

The Future of our Famous London Skyline

Posted on 21 November, 2012 by MOVEHUT under Commercial Developments

London’s skyline has changed dramatically over the last few decades, especially this year as construction of the second largest building in Europe was completed in March. The Shard will officially open to the public next year, complete with offices and a... Read More

Elizabethan Manor Battles Wind Farm

Posted on 19 November, 2012 by MOVEHUT under Commercial Developments

For many years, Upton Cressett Hall has nestled in the Shropshire Hills. Like many of England’s finest homes it has played a small part in others’ fights as history unfolded around it, however it now faces a fight of its own. In one corner are the... Read More

Rival Plans for Smithfield Market Unveiled

Posted on 16 November, 2012 by Neil Bird under Commercial Developments

In October Movehut reported that plans for the redevelopment of Smithfield Market were due to go on public display. The proposals have since been met with criticism from conservationists who argue that the £160 million revamp will ‘gut’ one of the most... Read More

Stoke City to Increase Capacity at Britannia Stadium

Posted on 15 November, 2012 by MOVEHUT under Commercial Developments

Stoke City Football Club have announced plans to add 1,800 seats in the south east corner of the Britannia Stadium. The move would bring the capacity of the ground to over the 30,000 mark. Stoke City in action against Arsenal The plans consist of... Read More

Scottish Ghost Village to be Brought Back to Life

Posted on 13 November, 2012 by Neil Bird under Commercial Developments

An abandoned Scottish village is set for redevelopment following its sale by CKD Galbraith. Pollphail, in Argyle and Bute, has been bought by Portavadie Forestry which plans to resurrect the 25 acre site with a mixture of residential and commercial... Read More

UK Commercial Construction Faces Challenging Times

Posted on 4 November, 2012 by Jodee Redmond under Commercial Developments

The good news for the UK is that recently-released GDP figures indicate the country has officially pulled out of the recession. However, the results of a study of the commercial construction sector indicate that challenging times lie ahead. The Castles... Read More

Is Boris Johnson Barking Mad for Approving Walthamstow Plans?

Posted on 2 November, 2012 by MOVEHUT under Commercial Developments

London Mayor, Boris Johnson has approved plans to turn what once was a popular dog racing track, into a housing and leisure complex. But the approval hasn’t gone down too well with local MP’s and campaigners alike. Walthamstow greyhound track... Read More

Investment Flows into the Thames

Posted on 1 November, 2012 by Neil Bird under Commercial Developments

Demand for riverside property is fueling a development boom on the banks of the Thames. Investors are buying up redundant industrial buildings from Vauxhall to Greenwich as both residential and commercial developments along the stretch of river have... Read More

I Can See For Miles

Posted on 30 October, 2012 by Neil Bird under Commercial Developments

Shard gallery offers highest viewpoint west of the Urals Visitors to the public gallery at the top of London’s Shard building will be rewarded with spectacular views stretching 40 miles. The platform, which will provide the highest open air viewing point... Read More

Learn more about our Commercial Developments category

Over recent years urban regeneration projects throughout the UK have resulted in a huge expansion of commercial property developments. Many of these are ongoing and will continue to deliver new business space in the future.

In addition many towns and cities have seen an expansion of out-of-town projects resulting in new business parks, shopping centres and leisure developments.

You will find stories about all of these here together with news regarding new industrial, healthcare and warehouse property. So if you want to read about the latest Grade A office space in London’s financial district or improvements to Sheffield’s retail quarter, the Commercial Development category is for you.