How adaptive reuse principles can help transform global development
It’s exciting to realise that we don’t have to demolish older buildings, says Chris Dietz of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World; instead, we can transform them into something new & functional.
Standards Practice: Navigating the complex world of green building certifications
As the new UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard joins the likes of BREEAM, LEED, WELL & Green Star, Tasos Stavrou of LeadingRE unpicks the tangled but increasingly-important world of eco-conscious construction…
Beyond the eco-conscious affluent: Is there a green premium for new homes?
Consumer sentiment is increasing towards more sustainable "green" homes, say Lucy Greenwood & Patrick Eve of Savills, but only larger homes achieve a "green" premium.
Developing for the Future: On the healthy benefits of green building
New sustainable building regulations present an opportunity to address and improve other aspects of property design, says Olga Turner of sustainability and well-being consultancy Ekkist
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