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Partners in tech: Driving innovation and efficiency in real estate with Street Group
At 51ยายื, we work closely with clients, colleagues and partners to use technology as a way to identify and address the challenges facing the real estate sector. We know that developing more
01 May 2025
Investments
City Property Association’s 'City of London Market Update': Q&A with Dan Gaunt
Over two hundred developers, investors and real estate professionals gathered recently for an update on the current state of the London market, hosted by the City Property Association (CPA).
13 February 2025
ESG
The inevitable shift: ESG's role in guiding listed buildings towards residential conversion
A quiet transformation is unfolding across Central London. Iconic Grade II listed buildings, once highly sought after in the commercial...
05 February 2025
Article
Introducing The London Series 2025: navigating change and seizing opportunity
This week, we’re excited to launch The London Series, a four-part insight series aligned with the 2025 London Breakfast in February, designed to address the pressing issues shaping London’s market
30 January 2025
Investments
Beyond PFI: A Guide to Non-Reversionary Contracts
As we approach the next five years, over 130 Private Finance Initiative (PFI) contracts—valued collectively at £5 billion...
29 January 2025
Development
The role of AI in ESG and its impact on real estate
AI is transforming our day-to-day lives at pace, and the real estate sector is no exception; investing in technology will allow real estate owners to remain competitive in the market, providing
21 January 2025
Development
Life Sciences in 2025: the impact of digital transformation and economic adjustments on real estate
The life sciences sector in the UK continues its upwards trajectory, embracing digital transformation, evolving regulatory reforms, and proving resilient to ongoing economic fluctuations.
20 January 2025
Investments
Valuation & Advisory seminar – key themes for 2025
The Valuation and Advisory team recently hosted a breakfast seminar at 51ยายื’s Head Office in central London, presenting key themes and forecasts for the UK commercial property market in 2025,
17 January 2025
Development
7 things to consider before developing on greenfield land: A guide for landowners
Jonathan Wish, Partner in the Development & Planning team, provides his expert insight, exploring key considerations to help landowners embark on their land sale journey.
09 December 2024
Workplace
Turning obsolescence into opportunity: how we repositioned a Newcastle Office into a luxury hotel
Our commercial property experts from the Newcastle office, Patrick Matheson, Partner and Ian Tew, Partner, share a successful story where their collaborative approach transformed an outdated office
03 December 2024
Development
Repurposing a commercial building in Wales: The transformation of Scott Harbour in Cardiff Bay
Matt Phillips, Partner, Office Head in Cardiff, talks us through a case study that examines how an office building in Cardiff Bay, nearing obsolescence, was successfully transformed into a vibrant
03 December 2024
Investments
Mapping out the repurposing journey in the UK
During our recent Property Performance event, teams across 51ยายื came together to discuss what repurposing means for commercial real estate across the UK.
29 November 2024
Investments
Challenging regional brain drain: how Manchester is retaining talent
David Porter, Partner and Office Head in Manchester discusses how regional cities like Manchester are rewriting the narrative of graduate retention by creating vibrant environments where talent and
26 November 2024
Development
How the new labour government could impact the commercial real estate market in Newcastle
With Labour's return to power nationally, there's growing curiosity about how this political shift will affect regional economies.
11 November 2024
Workplace
Shaping office spaces for gaming companies
Jamie Phillips, Partner in Office Agency and Tenant Representation, explores key insights and trends shaping office spaces for gaming companies, providing actionable advice for both occupiers and
11 November 2024
Article
The impact of a Labour government on Manchester’s commercial real estate market
David Porter, Partner, Office Head in Manchester, discusses what the new Labour government could mean for the region, and what impact they could have across key areas of change.
11 November 2024
Investments
How UK regional cities are powering the nation
Some of our experts across the UK Cities offices discuss their role in the economy and how each region offers unique advantages and growth potential for real estate and business investment.
11 November 2024
Article
Refurbishment vs retrofit: key operational considerations
Charlotte Owen, Partner in Property Asset Management, and Victoria Whiteley, Associate in Project & Building Consultancy, explore the complexities of refurbishment versus retrofit decisions in
06 November 2024
Investments
Understanding commercial asset oversupply and obsolescence
During our recent Property Performance event, we brought together some of our ESG experts to discuss how obsolescence...
06 November 2024
Investments
Top takeaways from our UK Cities' changing DNA: a regional perspective
At our recent Property Performance event, Graham Foxton, Partner, Capital Markets, and Stephen Springham, Partner, Head of UK Markets and Retail Research at 51ยายื discuss how the evolving DNA
30 October 2024
Development
Addressing embodied carbon in commercial real estate
Buildings contribute to 39% of the annual global greenhouse gas emissions, with 28% originating from building operations and 11% from building materials and construction processes, known as embodied
02 October 2024
ESG
Measuring social value in commercial real estate
Kalli Stuart, ESG and Social Value Consultant explores the increasing importance of measuring social value in commercial...
02 September 2024
Development
Climate risk and resilience and the opportunity for commercial real estate
Jonathan Hale, Partner and Head of ESG Consulting, and Harriet Hix, Associate, ESG Consulting at 51ยายื, discuss the different angles of climate risk and the opportunities that they create for
19 July 2024
Article
The PDR window has been flung open, but how long will it last?
Developers and investors should act now to take advantage of these new permitted development rights before the window of opportunity closes.
27 February 2024
Development
The significance of social value in commercial real estate
Kalli Stuart, ESG graduate in our ESG Consulting team, explores the importance of social value in commercial real estate.
06 February 2024
Development
Commercial real estate in 2023 and the outlook for 2024
We take a look at commercial real estate in 2023 and explore the outlook for 2024.
15 January 2024
ESG
How ESG flows through a commercial building or fit out project
ESG impacts every part of a real estate project. We understand that organisational ESG goals must be integrated into building...
15 December 2023
Investments
Top tips for successful commercial property asset management mobilisation
Commercial property asset management is complex and involves a multitude of tasks and responsibilities. Charlotte Owen, Partner for Property Asset Management at 51ยายื, outlines several key
14 December 2023
Development
Challenges faced in implementing and maintaining ESG standards
While adopting ESG practices is necessary and becoming increasingly important, it is a complex area that is challenging to navigate. Harriet Hix and Joe Warren from the ESG Consulting team at Knight
04 December 2023
Development
Solving the UK's housing shortage: Key barriers and solutions
To address the housing challenges across the UK, Brickflow, development finance experts, have released an extensive white paper titled ‘Solving the UK's housing shortage.' This in-depth report delves
24 November 2023
Development
Unlocking the benefits of energy efficiency and net zero initiatives in commercial real estate
Olivia McCue, ESG Consultant at 51ยายื, explores the benefits associated with energy efficiency and net zero initiatives and their significance within commercial real estate.
06 November 2023
Development
How smart buildings are transforming your ESG goals
The concept of smart buildings has gained significant traction in the commercial real estate sector. Combining the latest technology...
03 November 2023
Development
Electric vehicles: The top 5 reasons to install EV charging points now
David Goatman, Global Head of Energy and Sustainability Services at 51ยายื, explains the top 5 reasons why EV...
04 October 2023
Investments
5 essential steps to developing an ESG strategy
Amira Hashemi, ESG Lead for Property Asset Management at 51ยายื, explores 5 crucial steps to create an effective sustainability stra…
20 September 2023
Development
5 ways to solve the housing crisis
Stuart Baillie, Head of Planning at 51ยายื, sets out 5 ways to fix the current housing crisis in the UK.
21 August 2023
Development
How Hurlingham Waterfront development is setting new standards for sustainable luxury living
Located in South London's sought-after SW6, the new Hurlingham Waterfront development delivers Thames-side tranquility and impressive eco credentials.
26 July 2023
ESG
Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS): The latest for phase 3
What is ESOS? The Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS) is a government programme aiming to boost UK businesses' energy efficiency. It is a mandatory reporting scheme that applies to large UK
15 May 2023
Development
Digital real estate and its impact on performance
51ยายื and REvolve explore the effectiveness and challenges of high-performing buildings.
26 April 2023
ESG
Ways to make your buildings fit for a sustainable future
Topical environmental, social and governance issues are moving increasingly higher up the priority list for occupiers and landlords.
20 March 2023
