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London Bridge is falling down, falling down, falling down. Well, the Old London Bridge was actually a medieval marvel and living community, unlike the utilitarian version I cross frequently. In the Middle Ages, bridges weren’t just for crossing rivers, they were thriving communities. And no bridge symbolized this more than the iconic Old London Bridge. Completed in 1209, this 900-foot masterpiece wasn’t just a crossing over the River Thames; it was a bustling hub of life. At its peak, it housed around 300 homes and shops, many of them stacked up to six stories high. Imagine walking across a bridge lined with timber-framed buildings where people lived, worked, and worshipped, while below, the river flowed. Old London Bridge wasn’t just an engineering marvel—it was a destination. Pilgrims visited its chapel, and travelers from across Europe marveled at its scale. For over 600 years, it stood as a testament to human ingenuity, serving as both a crucial crossing and a community in its own right. But by the 19th century, the needs of a growing city led to its demolition to make way for modern transportation. A world wonder in its time, the story of Old London Bridge reminds us that innovation is about more than just technology—it’s about building connections, both literal and figurative. #Innovation #History #Engineering #London #MedievalWonders #UrbanDesign

After almost 10 years of planning, the 1m sq.ft '1 Undershaft' building finally has approval for construction in the City of London. At 309.6m high it will rival The Shard for Western Europe's tallest building (...you cannot build any higher due to civil aviation rules). The plans changed from the original office design to a post pandemic mix of office, retail, education and public space with a much stronger emphasis on wellbeing. Does the City need it? Well, their own forecasts suggest 6-20m sq.ft of high quality office is required to meet growing demand by 2042....so expect to see many more tall multi-use buildings get approved in coming years - alongside a massive rise in refurbishment of existing lower grade property. #facilitiesmanagement #offices #construction #cityoflondon #wellbeing #property #london #skyscraper https://lnkd.in/eFjAzC2q

🚧 Major Changes Announced for Liverpool Street Station Redevelopment 🚧 It's official—Sellar and Network Rail are making significant revisions to their £1.5bn Liverpool Street station redevelopment project. This comes after substantial pushback from heritage campaigners and various stakeholders. The original scheme, which included a controversial 20-storey office block, has been reimagined to be "much more heritage-led." 🏛️ The revised plan has evolved since spring, following over 2,200 objections from the public, local councils, and Historic England. Some of the contemporary additions inside the Victorian station have been scrapped, preserving more of its historic essence. Lead architect Herzog & de Meuron is now focused on retaining key areas of high value while reducing the project's scale and floorage. The office and hotel tower, which initially received a lot of criticism, will still be part of the development but with significant modifications in height and massing to minimize its impact on the surrounding heritage buildings. This rethink aligns closely with Network Rail's enhanced involvement, ensuring a balance between modern needs and preserving historic legacy. As a recruiter, it's fascinating to see how development projects adapt based on public and professional input. It's a reminder of the importance of listening and adapting to stakeholder feedback—something we're keenly aware of in our industry. What are your thoughts on balancing heritage and modernity in redevelopment projects? #UrbanDevelopment #HeritageConservation #LiverpoolStreetStation

London dominates, but regional co-living supply is catching up: https://lnkd.in/ekfis99j cc Oliver Knight, Lizzie Breckner, Samuel Gibb and Knight Frank #btrnews #coliving #research #marketinsights #residential #residentialdevelopment #insights #sharedliving #builtenvironment

Good to be at the NLA tall buildings event last night to see plans for how London's skyline is expected to change in the coming years. The new Government's recently announced mandatory housing targets and limited land supply mean that we can expect to see more building upwards in years to come. Some interesting topics discussed: • The challenges of developing in a constrained space, such as central London, mean that large parts of new buildings are pre-fabricated off-site, and brought on-site just in time to be hoisted in to place. This also has the benefit of speeding up the on-site construction phase, with one case study saying that a new floor is being completed at their current development every 6 days. • As with all areas of construction, environmental considerations are front and centre of developers' minds. In order to reduce embodied carbon emissions associated with demolition, there is a trend towards raising the height of existing buildings. In order to do so, engineers need to have a very good understanding of the existing structure to ensure that there is sufficient load bearing capacity. Hopefully the 'golden thread' requirements of the Building Safety Act will make this task easier in future. • There was a great emphasis on placemaking, with a move towards parts of tall buildings being available for public use. One speaker spoke of creating a vertical high street, with cafes, bars, restaurants, GP surgeries and other uses being spread throughout the building to foster greater connectivity between floors.  #realestate #propertydevelopment #Dentons

🌆 Transforming London's Skyline: A Step Towards Building a Better Britain 🌆 Big news for the future of the City of London! The City of London Corporation has approved plans for a groundbreaking 56-story skyscraper at 70 Gracechurch Street. This visionary project is set to redefine urban innovation and sustainability, offering: ✨ 1.1 million sq ft of modern office, retail, and public space. 🌿 Sustainability at its heart, achieving BREEAM Outstanding and a 5.5-star NABERS rating. 🌟 Vibrant community spaces, with an open arcade, elevated terraces, and over 400 cycle parking spaces. Led by Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners, this development is not just about a building it's about creating opportunities, enhancing connectivity and supporting London’s position as a global leader in business and culture. 💬 What are your thoughts on this transformative project? Will it inspire a new era of sustainable urban design? How will it contribute to London’s economic and cultural vibrancy? What role do such developments play in shaping Britain’s future? 📩 Let us know in the comments or send us a message—your voice matters as we work towards Building a Better Britain. 🔗 Follow United Kingdom Development Corporation for more updates on ambitious projects shaping the UK’s landscape. 📌 Join us in Leeds to explore the future of UK infrastructure and real estate! 🌐 Visit: www.ukdevelopmentcorp.com ☎️ Call: 01642 917330 📧 Email: enquiries@ukdevelopmentcorp.com #BuildingABetterBritain #UKInfrastructure #CityOfLondon #SustainableDesign #UrbanDevelopment #EconomicGrowth

𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐬 𝐃𝐨𝐜𝐤 Allied London has unveiled a next-gen blueprint to establish the Leeds Creative District. The visionary plans will transform four iconic buildings into 85,000 sqft of fully fitted and serviced workspace and studios, catering to the city’s creative, media, and tech industries, with aims to double the number of firms that call Leeds Dock home by 2026. Complementing this transformation is a strong commitment to sustainability. The entire estate will transition to green renewable energy, with a target of achieving A-rated energy certifications for all commercial buildings by the same year. This effort will be enhanced by additional wellness facilities such as a sauna, running club, open water swimming club, and paddleboard club, that foster a vibrant social environment for creatives. Stephen Bickers, Estate Management Director at Form Property says “Our aim is for Leeds Dock to lead the new generation of sustainable commercial developments in the city. These plans will offer businesses a sustainable home to flourish” Discover more about this transformative project in the article by TheBusinessDesk.com here: https://lnkd.in/eqJKngQE #LeedsDock #CreativeDistrict #Innovation #Sustainability #Leeds

Latest property and construction news…..   78-90 Colmore Row was built in 1917 and subject to planning permission is set to be extended with a single roof-top office space storey which will add 6k sq.ft. to the building. The building will also undergo a refurbishment to improve its energy efficiency and accessibility. A new business lounge, cycle storage and shower facilities will also feature.   Permission has been granted to build a 37-storey residential block on Hagley Road as part of the New Garden Square development in Edgbaston. 462 apartments, commercial and retail space, co-working space, meetings rooms and a gym all feature in the project.   Residents and businesses are being encouraged to take the opportunity to add their thoughts (online) to the proposed multi-million redevelopment of Mell Square in Solihull. The council has appointed Muse Places Ltd as the preferred development partner for the scheme.   According to Birmingham City Council, the delayed box-park big-screen in Perry Barr will be built. The park was originally planned to open in 2022 when the city hosted the Commonwealth Games. The operator has started to move containers on to the site.   A net balance of 30% of property professionals expect house sales to rise over the next few months according to the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors. 45% expect to see an increase over the next 12 months.   Birmingham-based property services company Centrick has been appointed by Munich-based AM Alpha to consult on a 220 to rent apartment scheme in Alcester Street, Digbeth. According to UK Finance, 980 homes were repossessed in Q2 of 2024. This was up 8% on the previous quarter and 31% up compared to the same period last year.   #property #construction #housing #offices Photograph: The Belfry Hotel and Resort - The new Masters Suite and additional bedrooms, are under construction.

🙅♀️ Do not pass go: Don’t let Network Rail and the City play Monopoly with Liverpool Street Station ⏳ Time to pause - and question Network Rail’s plans! SAVE and the Liverpool Street Station Campaign (LISSCA) have raised serious concerns about the emerging new plans for Liverpool Street station. The emerging proposals, designed by Acme architects, show Liverpool Street Station and its majestic neighbour, the grade II* listed Victorian hotel, drastically overshadowed by a tower block built over the station. The carefully designed existing concourse would be demolished and the daylight which currently floods the station’s cathedral-like interiors would be drastically reduced. ☀️ Network Rail claim this level of development on top of and through the listed station is required to fund station upgrade works including additional lifts and escalators. Yet so far they have declined to provide any figures or costings for the upgrades or the office development – all required to justify such a high level of demolition and impact for irreplaceable buildings and the surrounding conservation area. 🗣️ Griff Rhys Jones, President of LISSCA and the Victorian Society, said: "Over two thousand people objected to the previous scheme. This new scheme does not answer their justified concern." 🗣️ Henrietta Billings, director of SAVE said: “Despite the widespread controversy generated by the previous plans, we see the latest scheme appearing to repeat several of these major errors. Network Rail are still proposing an overwhelmingly tall building in a conservation area and to demolish large parts of the much loved and carefully detailed listed building.” A planning application is expected to be submitted by the end of the year. Watch this space and LISSCA updates for further details. See it, save it! How you can help: ✒️ Sign the petition now: https://lnkd.in/e48rTeHb 🪙 Pledge to the Crowdfunder, so we can take the legal fight all the way to the Secretary of State and halt these destructive plans: https://lnkd.in/esx59nS6 👀 Read our press release: https://lnkd.in/eGqNJP67 #LiverpoolStreetStation #SAVEBritainsHeritage #ConservationArea #HistoricBuildings #ArchitectureConservation #LISSCA #UrbanDevelopment

We recently welcomed Tim Clark from Property Week to Greenford Quay, our community in West London, and one of the largest build-to-rent developments in the UK. "Using modular construction and volumetric technology, Greenford Quay is an example of how to build much-needed new homes, at scale and at speed... If the newly elected Labour government is to build its promised 1.5 million homes by the end of the current parliament, schemes such as Greenford Quay could provide a vital template." Our Senior Director, Construction, Kevin McHugh said: "This is a good indication of how modern methods of construction can significantly aid in accelerating the speed at which homes are built in the UK. We support construction methodologies that deliver sustainable solutions and better design and reduce delivery times by 50%." Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/eZX9k63E Greenford Quay was recently awarded the Urban Habitat Award of Excellence, and is shortlisted for this year's Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) awards. #GreystarEurope #housing #realestate #buildtorent