Duncan Hopwood
How to prepare for MIPIM
MIPIM is the largest and most important European property event, hosted in Cannes each year. For most delegates and their businesses, it’s a significant investment of time and money. And with so much to do and see, it’s vital that you have your visit planned out before you step on the train or plane (or … Read more
I know half of my office is empty. I just don’t know which half.
What if you knew how your office space was being occupied. I mean really knew. One person who does is Pete Sayers, Director of Workplace and Project Management at global insurance company Aon. And he has the facts about when that space is in use every minute of every day, not just in a single … Read more
Reputation management and women in property
The big communications challenge for the real estate sector is changing attitudes The property sector has a bad image. Developers and contractors are “net takers” from society. The public sees no social value from their activities. They don’t trust them – or councils – on planning. They wouldn’t advise young people to join the industry. … Read more
How to prepare for MIPIM
MIPIM is the largest and most important European property event, hosted in Cannes each year. For most delegates and their businesses, it’s a significant investment of time and money. And with so much to do and see, it’s vital that you have your visit planned out before you step on the plane. We spoke to … Read more
Modern methods of construction (MMC) steal the spotlight
Client Patrick Hayes, Director at multidisciplinary engineering consultancy Meinhardt UK, was part of a panel discussion at Estates Gazette’s Development Summit in Birmingham. Since we secured the opportunity for Patrick to speak at Development Summit, Meinhardt UK have been pursuing some exciting business development opportunities that arose from contacts made during the session. Patrick’s thoughts … Read more
Architect client makes Sunday Times
Client maber, the architecture practice, featured in The Sunday Times, commenting on leveraging the workplace industry. Dan Pilling, Head of Workplace at Maber and Deputy Chair of BIFM (British Institute of Facilities Management) Workplace Special Interest Group, shared his thoughts on how to create an office that enables productivity. According to evidence presented to the … Read more