Developers remain in the dark on new BSA rules
With new Building Safety Act provisions set to come into force on 6 April, developers say they still lack clarity on what specifically is expected from them and their contractors.
How a Swiss ski resort is scaling new heights in sustainability
Property Week travels to the Swiss ski resort of Verbier to find out how climate change is posing challenges for sustainability, as well as providing opportunities for dual-season tourism.
How allies can play a key role in the battle for diversity
Progressive property companies are pioneering allyship as a vital policy to create a welcoming environment for staff that may come from marginalised or disadvantaged groups.
Serving notice on the letter of the law
A case involving a failure to serve notice on all parties in a right to manage claim has now gone to the Supreme Court and may have wider implications for the property industry.
AI: a new partner for the legal profession?
As law firms make increasing use of AI in their operations, there are hazards to watch out for.
The 600-year office: Designing for a longer lifespan
A new research paper asks whether design changes could allow buildings to last for centuries rather than decades.
Amendments to consented plans
Experts assess the impact of a High Court ruling concerning ‘slot-in’ applications to outline planing permissions.
Think small to up housing supply
Small sites can contribute to housing supply via infill development and rejuvenation of existing supply.
Q&A: Five minutes with Mike Scanlan, director at specialist chartered surveyor Proximity
The director at specialist chartered surveyor Proximity on how he got started in the property industry, his favourite book and podcast, the celebrity he would most like to meet and how he would spend £1m.
Q&A: Five minutes with law firm Blake Morgan’s Amardip Healy
The legal director at law firm Blake Morgan on how she got started in the property industry, her favourite book, film and TV show, her best and worst purchases and the superpower she wishes she had.
Office retrofits are key for net zero
Retrofitting commercial buildings is critical for decarbonising and enhancing resilience to the climate crisis.
Q&A: Five minutes with associate solicitor at Stephensons, Sophie Chilstone
The associate solicitor in the commercial litigation department at Stephensons on how she got started in property, her favourite destinations, her top TV and music picks and how she’d spend £1m.
Q&A: Five minutes with Impact Hub London's Devi Clark
The managing director of Impact Hub London on how she got started in the property industry, her favourite historical figure, her top TV and radio recommendations and the superpower she wishes she had.