The volume and value of real estate transactions will drop by around a fifth this year, with the office sector seeing some of the biggest declines, according to a study.
The availability of high-grade office space in London is at its lowest level since late 2010, at just 41% of total supply (10.72 million square feet), reveals data from real estate consultancy Cushman & Wakefield.
Built environment body the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers has published fresh guidance on the role of internal shading in reducing indoor air temperatures in response to 40°C-plus air temperatures over the summer.
Bodies in the built environment sector have joined forces to streamline data standards that are used to manage costing, carbon and building and facilities maintenance.
Research from technology company Microsoft states that 85% of leaders say the shift to hybrid work has made it challenging to have confidence that employees are being productive.
Two trade bodies have issued a statement to clarify the type of pre-insulated pipework in buildings that needed more rigorous checks for fire safety reasons.
A university has launched two new policies designed to offer support to staff experiencing the menopause and those undergoing fertility treatment – and raising awareness of the issues with line managers and other staff members.
