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Walking is just one way to experience our #cities and the delightfully complex interplay between the work our clients and colleagues in the #BuiltEnvironment do - from #architecture and #infrastructure to #planning and #construction. It's one of the reasons why we're celebrating Living Streets' National Walking Month throughout May, and exploring how different people experience the city and the power of walking as a tool for connection. Find out more from ING's Ben James and follow us throughout May as we explore more about the impact of walking. #MagicOfWalking #NationalWalkingMonth #Urbanism #London

Next week, the ING team is excited to head to Paris for the launch of International Day at EquipHotel Paris International EquipHotel’s 2024 inaugural International Day includes a full day of engaging panels tailored for a global audience. The programme is dedicated to exploring current trends and challenges, bringing together internationally renowned designers with leaders from the food service, wellness, and tech industries to shape the future of hospitality. See you in Paris. #EquipHotel #Hospitality #InternationalDay EquipHotel Paris Lola Masson Jessica McGrath Isabelle Dickinson

Congratulations to Grimshaw, Maynard Design Consultancy, EQUATION Lighting Design, and AtkinsRéalis, the winners of the #StirlingPrize for The Elizabeth Line, announced last night at the Roundhouse in London. Earlier this week, ING welcomed a panel including Patrick Richard, Luke Spence, former winners and Smith Mordak a former jury member, who shared insights on what it takes to win UK architecture's top prize. The Elizabeth Line, designed to last for the next 120 years, is already shaping London's future. With 300 million journeys in its first two years, it is set to be the Stirling Prize winner with the most footfall. #StirlingPrize jury chair and RIBA president, Muyiwa Oki PRIBA, described the Elizabeth Line as "… a triumph in architect-led collaboration, offering a flawless, efficient, beautifully choreographed solution to inner-city transport … It rewrites the rules of accessible public transport, and sets a bold new standard for civic infrastructure, opening up the network and by extension, London, to everyone." #Architetcure #Design #Riba #Awards

What does it take to win the RIBA Stirling Prize? Based on our analysis of the shortlisted projects since 2015, swipe through to see the three ingredients that will increase your chances.    Join us on the eve of the 2024 Stirling Prize at 6pm Tuesday 15th October as we bring together a select group of former winners and jury members including Patrick Richard, Smith Mordak and Luke Spence, moderated by Caz Facey. They’ll share personal stories, reveal the challenges and triumphs behind the winning projects, and offer their unique insights into what it truly takes to claim the top spot.   Whether you're an industry professional, an architecture enthusiast, or simply curious about what makes great design stand out, it promises to be a great event with a lively and informal discussion. Register your attendance now: https://lnkd.in/g465iRSg Image credits: John Morden Centre © Jim Stephenson Orchard Gardens © Enrique Verdugo Wraxall Yard © Lorenzo Zandri #riba #stirlingprize #architecture #design #awards

The #BuiltEnvironment is no longer in a position where it can question the need for #retrofit as a route to #NetZero construction - as more extreme weather events hit the planet, every tonne of carbon saved can make a difference. The first annual NLA Retrofit Summit made the case for key ways in which we need to change our thinking to accelerate the UK's approach to retrofit: 🔸 How can we get #investors on board and put money behind often costly or complex retrofit projects? 🔸 Retrofit and #heritage are often in conflict as much as they complement each other - how do we find a middle path? 🔸 How can we speed up the planning process and incentivise retrofit - from permitted development rights to changing VAT rules. The insightful morning at the Guildhall brought together developers, architects and engineers for a discussion around the urgent need to retrofit, and how we can deliver it at scale across the UK. Case studies such as 150 Aldersgate, presented by Mari Samuelsen of Fletcher Priest Architects, shows that innovative retrofit projects can have significant commercial value, with the building 100% pre-let to TikTok, while upgrading the architectural appearance and community value of our fading commercial offices. Tom Stoneham of HUB discussed Cornerstone, a retrofit of a 1950s office on the edge of the Barbican Estate into 174 co-living homes, showcasing how office-to-resi conversions can help hit the UK's ambitious housing targets. Despite many successful case studies presented throughout the day, the scale of the task of retrofitting the UK's older commercial and residential stock is a significant challenge, one which can only be achieved through collaboration, data sharing, and regulatory and financial incentives which unlock development. #NLARetrofitSummit #NLA #Reuse #BuildingReuse #Construction #Development

#Politicians and the public are talking about #RealEstate more than ever, but #investors and #developers aren't listening. We have launched ING Media's "The Communications Gap: European Investment" report in #Munich at EXPO REAL (Messe München). Seemingly forever, the built environment has pleaded for a fairer hearing from the public and politicians. But, our latest research suggests that to engage these stakeholders effectively, the sector needs to do more to address their interests. As the market thaws, strategic storytelling and brand building are vital if investors and developers are to earn the trust of stakeholders. Consistent messaging, aligned to the public mood and political climate, can help shift perception and create opportunities across markets. Our analysis evaluates whether conversations have grown, or shrunk, across different asset classes, and whether there is correlation between what investors and developers are prioritising and what politicians and the public are focusing upon. With a wave of new governments across #Europe, now is the time for investors and developers to take a leading role in shaping the future of the built world, and respond to this renewed interest in our sector from the public and politicians. Read the report here: https://lnkd.in/etXZafQs James Child | Jiyoung Jo | Lucie Murray | Dominic Morgan | Damian Wild | Kimberley Hopkins   #EXPOREAL #cities #investment #investors #communications

ING celebrates turning 25. Last month we hosted colleagues, clients and friends old and new in our Shoreditch office. A huge, heartfelt thanks to our guests for coming and marking the occasion with us and for (temporarily) transforming our space into a dancefloor. Thanks too to our teams past and present, and to all our clients for your support over the years. Look out for other celebrations across our anniversary year. Now, here's to the next 25 years... Leanne Tritton Damian Wild

Ahead of the prestigious 2024 Stirling Prize, we’re excited to host a special event. Join us as former Stirling Prize winners and jury members take the stage to share their personal stories, offer insights into their creative journeys and the challenges that shaped their winning projects. Expect a dynamic discussion on what it truly takes to claim architecture’s top honour! Panellists: Patrick Richard, Principal Director at Stanton Williams Smith Mordak, Chief Executive at UK Green Building Council (UKGBC) Luke Spence, Partner at Price & Myers Moderated by Caz Facey, Director at ING Media Whether you’re an architecture professional, design enthusiast, or simply curious about the creative process behind award-winning projects, mark your calendars and come be a part of the conversation. Register here: https://lnkd.in/g465iRSg

Profile is everything when it comes to operating a small business - it's how you stand out from the competition, gain new business, and ultimately grow your organisation. We are acutely aware of the importance of establishing a strong digital profile - especially on #LinkedIn - and last week provided specialist training for our cohort of #Elevate practices. Now in its second year, ING has so far worked with 12 small businesses in the #BuiltEnvironment with diverse leadership, supporting them with pro-bono #PR and #communications advice. Thank you to Alex Howard and Alice Barnett of Greenwich Design District for hosting our workshop, and leading us on a fascinating tour of this innovative home for creative industries. Consisting of 14 highly unique buildings, designed by 8 different architecture practices, the Design District welcomes creatives of all kinds from ceramicists to international tech companies. Stay tuned with more to come from our Elevate programme in the coming months. Thank you to Neil Kahawatte, Stephanie Edwards AA Dip ARB RIBA, Bola Ogunmefun, Claire Miller, Eduard Valenzuela, and Hanna Afolabi (née Osundina) MRICS. Roxane McMeeken | Olivia Leckner | Jessica McGrath | Finn Walsh

ING is looking for an Account Executive. Our dynamic team supports a UK and international client base that spans architecture and design, property and investment, cities, regeneration, and culture. You will advise clients including some of the most ambitious and innovative property developers and investors, as well as leading architects and cities in the UK and beyond on all forms of communications, including digital, media, events and thought leadership. Based in Shoreditch, ING is 100% employee-owned and looking for a highly motivated, creative and confident Account Executive to work with a wide range of clients. Want to know more? Learn about the role and apply here: https://lnkd.in/dUCTdtv #BuiltEnvironment #Recruiting #London