What makes a business space worth choosing today? Because in 2026, it’s no longer just about square footage and rent. Businesses are becoming more selective, more strategic, and more aware of how their workspace impacts everything from productivity ... Read more
For many UK businesses in 2026, the big property question isn’t where next, it’s whether to move at all. With rising costs, evolving working patterns, and economic uncertainty, more occupiers are choosing to stay put rather than relocate. But is that ... Read more
Following on from our blog where we discussed how retail parks are where demand is most visible, this time we look at retail warehousing, where the demand is made possible. Behind the resurgence of physical retail, particularly in out-of-town ... Read more
The retail sector has often been framed as a victim in recent years as e-commerce and economic pressures shift consumer habits. But in 2026, the narrative is changing. Retail parks have quietly re-established themselves as one of the most resilient ... Read more
Located at the heart of Scotland’s central belt, Livingston has grown from a planned new town into an established commercial destination. Positioned between Edinburgh and Glasgow, with excellent transport connections and a diverse business base, the ... Read more
What is a Business Improvement District (BID)? A Business Improvement District (BID) is a defined area where local businesses pay a levy to fund improvements that enhance the trading environment. There are currently over 340 BIDs operating across ... Read more
In today’s office market, there is a shift in demand toward ‘quality’ space. But in a market shaped by hybrid working and changing expectations, what does quality actually mean in 2026? And what makes one office space stand out while another ... Read more
When the UK introduced Class E in 2020, it was designed to bring flexibility to the high street and commercial property. By grouping together retail, office, leisure, and medical uses under a single planning class, it removed many of the barriers ... Read more
Underused rural buildings, such as barns and outbuildings are being given a new lease of life and becoming offices, studios, cafés, and workshops. For landowners and developers, this presents an opportunity to unlock value. For businesses, it offers ... Read more
The UK high street has long been a reflection of changing consumer habits. From the rise of chain retail to the shift toward leisure and hospitality, each era leaves its mark on the types of businesses that occupy our town centres. Now, a new wave ... Read more
