Few commercial developments prove as divisive as the forthcoming London Octopus building in Chiswick. To the architects, it is “part building, part sculpture” – a project which sets new standards in architectural ambition. To its opponents, it’s a... Read More
Work has started on an iconic Cyprus office block which the developers claim will change the face of Limassol and be the tallest building on the holiday island’s south coast. Situated in the heart of Limassol — just 100 metres from the sea and the... Read More
CBRE was the leading global commercial property firm in the world for sales activity in 2013, according to Real Capital Analytics (RCA). It has held this position for the each of the past three years. RCA has credited CBRE with 22 per cent of the... Read More
The boom in business growth currently gripping the UK is certainly good news for the economy, but growth limitations for businesses are preventing many from achieving their full potential as the recovery takes hold. One of the key issues, of course, is the... Read More
Small businesses in Bolton — including shops, restaurants and public houses — are to have their business rates cut by £1,000 as part of a council bid to boost the town’s economy. The Government-backed initiative will apply to all premises with a... Read More
MIPIM 2014, which closed on Friday, demonstrated a marked improvement in confidence among property investors. The annual industry gathering celebrated its 25th anniversary against the backdrop of a year of strong market growth which suggests the recovery from... Read More
Commercial insurance costs in the US rose by five per cent in aggregate during the fourth quarter of 2013, according to figures included in the Commercial Lines Insurance Pricing Survey (CLIPS). It was conducted by Towers Watson, a professional services... Read More
The high street has been at the epicentre of the retail industry’s focus for some time now, with several industry figures presenting reports to the government outlining potential “rescue” plans which would see consumers return to town centres rather... Read More
With the construction freeze all but over, more companies and local authorities than ever are attending MIPIM, the world’s largest real estate exhibition and conference. The four-day event — which this year celebrates its 25th anniversary —... Read More
Commercial Property owners stand to lose hundreds of millions of pounds because of an imminent change in the tax law. The rules on capital allowances will change in April, and tax specialists say this will lead to a fall in property... Read More
