Trends & Insights

The historically male-dominated industry is aiming to be more inclusive

More companies are trialing a shorter working week without reducing pay

With more employees working from different places at any given time, boosting engagement and creating a sense of shared purpose is more vital than ever

Office workers have spoken, but how well are employers and building owners delivering?

The public sector is stepping in time with hybrid working and digital transformation initiatives

Sustainability features are helping organizations attract and retain eco-conscious employees

Agreeing clear work hours and supporting health and wellbeing will help to keep employees at the top of their game

More companies are now looking to take tangible steps towards cutting carbon

Keeping up with demand doesn’t come cheap - but new options could be emerging

From racetracks to R&D: Creative reuse of space is powering a new era for the growing sector

A proposed rule from The Securities and Exchange Commissions would require companies to disclose their annual greenhouse gas emissions and their businesses’ climate risks.

Investment in residential developments reached a record high in 2021 – but will the trend continue?

Landlords and investors are taking a more holistic view of projects to deliver value

Cross-border investment hits a quarterly record as deal volumes recover

Momentum builds as governments step up renewable energy efforts

Retailers are elevating the in-store experience to lure eager Gen Z shoppers

Social impact and decarbonisation strategies will be the pillars of urban development projects in the coming years

As more cities look to cut excessive artificial light, adapting building lighting can make a big difference

In the war for talent, smaller innovation-focused cities like Denver are punching above their weight

Demand for rooftop space is growing as new uses come to the fore

Investors are now thinking differently about what sustainability looks like in today’s prime real estate

Retail and industrial properties encounter labor shortages, revenge shopping.

Watch for clean energy and grid-related investments and incentives for public-private partnerships (P3s).

Roofs are increasingly becoming green spaces as part of a drive towards cleaner cities