Knight Frank UK Commercial Real Estate

🌍 𝗘𝗦𝗚 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱: 𝗕𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝗲𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 🌍 As ESG continues to evolve, one thing is clear: simplicity and focus are the keys to driving consistent, impactful results. We've explored how returning to the fundamentals of environmental, social, and governance practices can pave the way for sustainable growth and meaningful change, and help your organisation stay ahead of the curve. From practical strategies to actionable insights, our latest blog dives into why the future of ESG might just lie in mastering the basics. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: https://lnkd.in/e5gzgKVt 💡 How do you think ESG strategies can remain impactful in 2025 and beyond? Share your thoughts below! Jonathan Hale David Goatman Charlie Singer Olivia McCue (PIEMA) Amira Hashemi Kalli Stuart #ESG #Sustainability #KnightFrank #yourpartnersinproperty #ThoughtLeadership

We are delighted to have advised Legal & General Investment Management (LGIM) on this successful rapid EV charging partner selection. This kind of innovative procurement process will help to deliver crucial low-carbon infrastructure across the portfolio and add to the on-site amenity offer for occupiers. #yourpartnersinproperty #CRE #EV  David Goatman Charlie Smith Charlie Singer Oli Hughes https://lnkd.in/d8WbNKKU

𝗗𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗱 𝗥𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗞𝗻𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝗮𝘀 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 We’re pleased to welcome David to our Project & Building Consultancy team in Scotland. David brings extensive experience in project management, having worked on major developments such as New Eidyn at St James Quarter, Hive Stadium for Edinburgh Rugby, and Atlantic Quay Glasgow. David Robertson: “Joining Knight Frank marks the start of an exciting chapter in my career. The firm has a great reputation in Scotland, and I’m looking forward to leading the growth of its project management arm, starting with the refurbishment at Port Hamilton.” One of his first responsibilities will be leading the £200 million transformation of Port Hamilton, Edinburgh, which will become Lloyds Banking Group’s main Scottish base—featuring energy-efficient upgrades, a new café, fitness centre, and creative spaces. Welcome to the team, David! Alasdair Steele Gordon Hamilton Richard Whitfield Eric Shearer Peter McFarlane #KnightFrank #YourPartnersInProperty #ProjectManagement #BuildingConsultancy #Scotland

2 Finsbury Avenue - London's largest single asset deal for over 2 years has successfully been transacted! Working on behalf of British Land and GIC, the agreement of a new £1.4bn joint venture at 2 Finsbury Avenue, the stunning new two-tower office development in the heart of the Broadgate campus. The joint venture is Knight Frank's 5th successful development funding transaction in 3 years. Congratulations to all involved! Nick Braybrook Dan Dixon MRICS Clara Martyrossian Sean Munro Philip Hobley #KnightFrank #YourPartnersinProperty #CRE #LondonOffices #LondonCapitalMarketsandDevelopment #CapitalMarkets

𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 Placemaking adds value to commercial real estate by integrating experiences and services that attract customers and boost income. Success depends on collaboration, audience insights, innovation and flexibility. Careful planning ensures new activities enhance the space without disrupting long-term occupiers and create value for everyone who interacts with the space. Knight Frank has contributed to the latest REvolve Insight paper ‘Non-core: alternative ways to commercialise buildings'. Read more:https://lnkd.in/e6qH4NcW How are you leveraging placemaking to create thriving destinations? #CRE #Placemaking #Innovation #PropertyAssetManagement Michael Lewis Ben Hill Samantha Hughes Polly Hermione Bradshaw Lynne Henderson Tim Robinson Max Beard BSc (Hons) MRICS

𝗔𝗜'𝘀 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝗦𝗚 Artificial Intelligence is transforming every sector, and real estate is no exception. As we move towards a more sustainable future, AI is playing a pivotal role in improving ESG performance. From optimising building energy use to streamlining ESG certification processes, AI enables real estate owners, developers, and investors to stay ahead in a competitive market. By leveraging predictive maintenance, optimising resource usage, and automating data collection, AI is helping to create more sustainable, efficient, and cost-effective properties. By 2030, AI is set to boost the UK economy by £400bn, and the real estate sector stands to benefit significantly from these advancements. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gMsPwhib Max Beard BSc (Hons) MRICS Flora Harley Jonathan Hale Josh Morris David Goatman #KnightFrank #yourpartnersinproperty #CRE #AI #ESG #Sustainability #ESGB24

Our Logistics and Industrial team are excited to launch the 2025 Future Gazing report. In this edition, Claire Williams explores the shifting UK manufacturing landscape and the accompanying real estate opportunities. Read the report now ⬇️ Charles Binks Johnny Hawkins #kfdelivers #logistics #industrial

𝗦𝗨𝗥𝗩𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗧𝗢 𝟮𝟱? Not for the London Commercial Valuation & Advisory team! In 2024 we were awarded 15 new fund mandates totalling over £14bn in direct UK real estate from a host of blue-chip clients. Exciting times as we enter 2025. If you are considering a change of valuer please do not hesitate to contact us. We have over 30 years experience in transitioning large portfolio mandates and would be happy to talk you through the process. https://lnkd.in/eC_gAN7r Chris Galloway Emily Miller Roger Young Jeremy Tham MSc FRICS #CRE #yourpartnersinproperty #valuation #fundmandates

As usual the 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗬𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲 shows little change from December given the shut down of the investment market over the Christmas and New Year break. The 10-year gilt rate tracked higher in January, having ended December above 4.5%, but has (hopefully) peaked at 4.9% in mid-January before falling back to c.4.6% currently. Attention turns to the next BoE MPC meeting on 6th February to see if the base rate is cut, which would be welcomed by the property sector. Read the full guide here: https://lnkd.in/gXgQk-KZ Emily Miller Chris Galloway Roger Young Jeremy Tham MSc FRICS Matthew Dichler Henry Francis #KnightFrank #yourpartnersinproperty #valuation #yieldguide

𝗔𝗱𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 The life sciences sector is embracing digital transformation: as AI, machine learning, and data analytics become integral to operations, the need for collaborative, tech-enabled spaces has grown. This shift is particularly evident in the growing demand for hybrid workspaces and ‘tech-box’ concepts. Smaller biotech companies are benefitting from reduced office space needs, while larger pharmaceutical firms are prioritising in-person collaboration. For real estate developers, this means designing spaces that blend traditional labs with cutting-edge tech infrastructure. The future of life sciences real estate is one of adaptability and innovation – are you ready for the change? Find out more in our latest blog from Nicholas Blevins, Partner, Head of Life Sciences & Innovation Agency: https://lnkd.in/gMdZVaqs Nicholas Blevins Iain Keys jennifer townsend Harriet Willmott Neil McLocklin Oliver Watkins Lizzie Lethbridge Aaron Seyoum