Derby city centre masterplan approved for 1,152 homes

Shopping centre owner Derbion has secured planning permission for two major regeneration sites in Derby city centre, paving the way for 1,152 homes and around 3,500 sq m of commercial space on under-used land around Derbion. The Derbion Masterplan covers the former Eagle Market site, now known as Eagle Quarter, and Bradshaw Way Retail Park. […] The post Derby city centre masterplan approved for 1,152 homes appeared first on Architecture Magazine.

Savills reports retail parks sector is close to capacity

Available space equates to less than one year of supply, according to the firm's latest research, with planning reform needed to unlock new sites. The post Savills reports retail parks sector is close to capacity appeared first on Property Week.

DTZ Investors acquires Slough Retail Park for £55.1m

The fully let retail park comprises eight units and a drive-through and spans 121,000 sq ft across a 9.6-acre site. Occupiers include Lidl, The Range and Costa. The post DTZ Investors acquires Slough Retail Park for £55.1m appeared first on Property Week.

TORMAX door drives: designed to welcome

Set in an historic estate near Chichester, West Dean is a renowned horticultural destination. Providing a welcoming gateway to the estate, a new reception and retail facility combines contemporary architecture with practical functionality. TORMAX UK partnered with Precision Glass Ltd, automating two sets of 2.5m-high glazed bi-parting sliding doors to deliver seamless and inclusive access […] The post TORMAX door drives: designed to welcome appeared first on Architecture Magazine.

What Retail Businesses Expect From a Modern Sign Manufacturer

The post What Retail Businesses Expect From a Modern Sign Manufacturer appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Retail expectations of signage suppliers have changed significantly. Faster retail cycles, omnichannel experiences, and stronger visual competition have increased the demand for signage that is delivered quickly, consistently, and at high quality. A signage manufacturer that met expectations a decade ago may no longer meet current requirements. Understanding what modern retail businesses expect from a […]

Case study: Major retail chain guided to use more renewable energy

250 GWh of energy from renewable sources per year 17 PPA counterparties proposed projects c.50% total volume through corporate Power Purchase Agreements (PPA)

Savills - Re-imagining Retail - How Retail is being repositioned and repurposed for the future - Issue 1, Autumn 2019

Savills' publication considers the broad issues of retail repurposing. To provide insights into this market Savills have compiled case studies and thought leadership from a large number of key stakeholders, including developers, landlords, planners, local government and industry bodies, as well as Savills own industry experts

Savills - Re-imagining Retail - How do we deliver sustainable repurposing - Issue 2, Winter 2020-21

Savills second publication about "Re-imagining Retail" focuses on Retail Repurposing ... reimagining how we use our towns and shopping centres to live, work, play and thrive. Sustainable repurposing, is about making sure that these places are future proof, green, offer solid investment opportunities and provide what communities need. There are huge headwinds ahead. If we fail to act now, a third of retail could be redundant by the end of the decade.

Savills - Re-imagining Retail - How will Retail Places go Green? - Issue 3, Autumn, Winter 2022

In this third publication (in the series), Savills tackle the many facets and challenges related to environmental sustainability. What will retail real estate have to do to be truly green, reach net zero, be socially conscious and to thrive once more? Many parties – whether investors, developers, landlords or retailers – have been devoting increasing time to the environment, social and governance (ESG) agenda, and particularly that of decarbonisation, but these discussions are often fragmented.

CBRE Market Outlook 2023 Report - UK Real Estate

CBRE's UK market outlook report for 2023 looks at key market sectors and the overall economy, and provides some key take-aways for consideration

How Clash Detection Improves Retail Renovation Efficiency in NYC Projects?