Technology
How algorithms are designing better buildings
Four decades after CAD first helped architects to experiment with new organic forms, computers are poised to change buildings once again, explains Silvio Carta...
UK’s official house price index to return next week
HMLR has enough data to resume publication of the UK HPI.
New AI-powered air filtration system promises to ‘remove 100% of Covid-19 virus within 45 minutes’
Several super-prime resi developments in London are already in talks about installing the new OKTOair system.
Build-to-rent giant partners with tech firm to create smarter buildings
One of Britain's biggest private build-to-rent developers/operators, Moda Living, has teamed up with an "internet of things" tech firm to help create "smarter buildings" with lower energy consumption,…
Rightmove’s revenue & profits have taken a big hit this year
UK's biggest property portal reports a 34% drop in revenue and a 43% fall in operating profit after offering a 75% discount support package to agents during lockdown.
How drones and aerial vehicles could change cities
Drones, personal flying vehicles and air taxis will require the built environment to change dramatically, writes Paul Cureton - potentially ushering in new styles of building, and leading to more sustainable…
Challenger portal Openbrix to launch next month
‘Next-gen’ platform promises to offer ‘great value’ and a blockchain-powered multi-listing service...
AI-driven construction management tool raises $16m
British/Israeli tech firm promises "to solve a challenge that for many seemed unconquerable", says investor.
Land Registry releases data on leases and covenants
Two major new datasets are aimed at improving the homebuying process and promoting innovation in the property industry.
Zoopla goes on another hiring spree to boost tech team
Property portal and PropTech firm is looking to recruit 50 new staff in London.
Ranked: The biggest UK agency brands on social media
Savills outdoes rivals across the three major platforms, but Purplebricks is well ahead in terms of website visits....
HM Land Registry now accepts electronic signatures
The Land Registry now accepts "witnessed electronic signatures". Individual can now sign legal documents electronically, as long as witness is present at the time to also sign the documents electronically.