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Accor appointed as Freecity’s living sector partner
Australian Volumetric Modular Construction (VMC) provider Freecity has appointed hospitality group Accor as its Living Sector Management Partner. Accor will manage Freecity’s growing portfolio of Build to Rent, co-living and purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) schemes through a white label agreement. This marks the first time Accor has extended its management expertise beyond hotels and serviced apartments into purpose-built rental housing.
Are our phones really designed to slow down over time? Experts look at the evidence
Are our phones really designed to slow down over time It’s usually around this time of year you hear people complain about their phones slowing down. Apple and Google release new versions of their operating systems (OS) and suddenly there’s a slew of people claiming their old devices have started to lag – conveniently just before Christmas. But do manufacturers really slow down our phones on purpose to nudge us towards shiny new ones, as has been claimed?
Nepal could show the world how to recover sustainably from a major disaster
Buddhist monks conducting death rituals in Nepal’s Trishuli river valley in September 2026 to honour victims of devastating flash floods. Credit: Usha Titikshu, CC BY With chances of further sensational hydropower tunnel rescues dimming, the devastating ice-rock avalanche in August at the Nepal-Tibet border and catastrophic floods downstream are no longer making global headlines.
Nepal could show the world how to recover sustainably from a major disaster
With chances of further sensational hydropower tunnel rescues dimming, the devastating ice-rock avalanche in August at the Nepal-Tibet border and catastrophic floods downstream are no longer making global headlines. But now is the time to pay careful attention to community-centred lessons from past disasters as complex planning decisions are made about recovery and reconstruction that will shape long-term outcomes.
CBRE puts potential BTR/co-living opportunity to market
We're currently carrying out maintenance and you may experience some disruption. If something isn't working, please log out and log back in. If so, please re-login. Trending News |Loading... BTR newsBuild to Rent (BTR)Co-living The city centre redevelopment opportunity sits within one of the UK's fastest-evolving urban regeneration locations. Amy Johnson 11 August 20261 min read 78-82 Broadmead in Bristol. Adjust the text size for this article.
Harris Studios appoints Growth Manager
We're currently carrying out maintenance and you may experience some disruption. If something isn't working, please log out and log back in. If so, please re-login. Trending News |Loading... BTR PeopleBuild to Rent (BTR)Co-living The new appointment brings with him a vast global network to Harris Studios’ client roster. Amy Johnson 11 August 20261 min read Jack Kennedy, Growth Manager, Harris Studios. Adjust the text size for this article.
Downing appoints new Chief Technology Officer
The new appointment will lead digital innovation at Downing. Amy Johnson 10 August 20261 min read Jonathan Tizard, Chief Technology Officer, Downing. Adjust the text size for this article. The new appointment will lead digital innovation at Downing. The UK Build to Rent market continues to evolve rapidly with new developments and investment opportunities emerging across major cities. Industry experts are closely monitoring trends in sustainability, technology integration, and tenant experience.
Portsmouth City Council and ECF partner to deliver City Centre North
The partnership marks an important step forward for one of the largest regeneration opportunities on the south coast. Amy Johnson 10 August 20261 min read Concept image of City Centre North. Adjust the text size for this article. The partnership marks an important step forward for one of the largest regeneration opportunities on the south coast. The UK Build to Rent market continues to evolve rapidly with new developments and investment opportunities emerging across major cities.
Property sector at risk of Article 50 AI misinterpretation
A new whitepaper by VerbaFlo and Homes for Students distinguishes higher risk from lower risk AI activities in marketing and leasing. Amy Johnson 7 August 20264 min read Pictured: Sayantan Biswas, Founder and CEO of VerbaFlo, and David Chadderton, Chief Marketing Officer at Homes for Students who are leading the campaign. Adjust the text size for this article. A new whitepaper by VerbaFlo and Homes for Students distinguishes higher risk from lower risk AI activities in marketing and leasing.
UK real estate navigates uncertainty in the first half of 2026
UK real estate markets have proven to be resilient through the first half of 2026 despite a more challenging economic and geopolitical backdrop, according to CBRE. Amy Johnson 6 August 20262 min read London skyline. Image credit: © User:Colin / Wikimedia Commons. Adjust the text size for this article. UK real estate markets have proven to be resilient through the first half of 2026 despite a more challenging economic and geopolitical backdrop, according to CBRE.
Birchgrove reappoints trusted contractor to deliver Chiswick later living BTR
Works are expected to start on site next month, with completion expected for winter 2028. Amy Johnson 5 August 20262 min read Concept image of the Chiswick later living scheme. Adjust the text size for this article. Works are expected to start on site next month, with completion expected for winter 2028. The UK Build to Rent market continues to evolve rapidly with new developments and investment opportunities emerging across major cities.
Urban Rest launches Australia's first combined co-living and short-stay scheme
The launch follows a multi-million-dollar transformation of the scheme and expands Urban Rest's presence in Australia's flexible living market. Amy Johnson 4 August 20263 min read Apartment at Urban Rest Melbourne. Image credit: Urban Rest. Adjust the text size for this article. The launch follows a multi-million-dollar transformation of the scheme and expands Urban Rest's presence in Australia's flexible living market.
Capital&Centric launches feedback day for Weir Mill BTR
The event is taking place on 22 August, 10am until 3pm. Reservations for a spot are being encouraged via the Ollo website. Amy Johnson 30 July 20264 min read Adjust the text size for this article. The event is taking place on 22 August, 10am until 3pm. Reservations for a spot are being encouraged via the Ollo website. The UK Build to Rent market continues to evolve rapidly with new developments and investment opportunities emerging across major cities.
Nova Co-Living submits plans for The Arngrove co-living scheme
Should planning permission be granted, The Arngrove would become Nova Co-Living's flagship development. Amy Johnson 28 July 20262 min read Concept image of The Arngrove. Adjust the text size for this article. Should planning permission be granted, The Arngrove would become Nova Co-Living's flagship development. The UK Build to Rent market continues to evolve rapidly with new developments and investment opportunities emerging across major cities.
AndSoul partners with Lavanda to power flex living and co-living portfolio
AndSoul’s portfolio covers schemes across London. Lavanda’s OpenPMS system will advance its technology. Amy Johnson 27 July 20266 min read Image credit: Lavanda x AndSoul. Adjust the text size for this article. AndSoul’s portfolio covers schemes across London. Lavanda’s OpenPMS system will advance its technology. The UK Build to Rent market continues to evolve rapidly with new developments and investment opportunities emerging across major cities.
Bywater submits Southwark co-living plans
The plans to redevelop the former Royal Mail Kennington and Walworth Delivery Centre have now been formally submitted following a public consultation process. Amy Johnson 24 July 20264 min read Concept image of Bywater's Southwark co-living scheme. Adjust the text size for this article. The plans to redevelop the former Royal Mail Kennington and Walworth Delivery Centre have now been formally submitted following a public consultation process.
Royal London AM enters SFH BTR sector with Kellen Homes forward-fund
The acquisition is a significant milestone in the fund’s Build to Rent strategy, growing its portfolio to nearly 1,250 units. Amy Johnson 23 July 20263 min read Concept image of houses at Riverpark. Image credit: Ambiente. Adjust the text size for this article. The acquisition is a significant milestone in the fund’s Build to Rent strategy, growing its portfolio to nearly 1,250 units.
Avison Young makes five new appointments
The new appointments bolster the firm’s London Capital Markets team. Amy Johnson 22 July 20263 min read London skyline. Image credit: © User:Colin / Wikimedia Commons. Adjust the text size for this article. The new appointments bolster the firm’s London Capital Markets team. The UK Build to Rent market continues to evolve rapidly with new developments and investment opportunities emerging across major cities.
Capital&Centric approved for Cannon Brewery transformation
Sheffield’s newest development will transform one of its most iconic industrial sites. Amy Johnson 22 July 20262 min read Concept image of Cannon Brewery. Adjust the text size for this article. Sheffield’s newest development will transform one of its most iconic industrial sites. The UK Build to Rent market continues to evolve rapidly with new developments and investment opportunities emerging across major cities.
BTR construction company faces administration
The contractor cites liquidity pressures and challenging market conditions as Build to Rent schemes remain among live development pipeline. Amy Johnson 21 July 20264 min read The Hollis Croft Build to Rent development in Sheffield. Adjust the text size for this article. The contractor cites liquidity pressures and challenging market conditions as Build to Rent schemes remain among live development pipeline.
Long Harbour appoints Asset Manager amid SFH growth
The new appointment carries an array of experience that will help strengthen Long Harbour’s SFH presence. Amy Johnson 21 July 20262 min read Ethan Richards, Asset Manager, Long Harbour. Adjust the text size for this article. The new appointment carries an array of experience that will help strengthen Long Harbour’s SFH presence. The UK Build to Rent market continues to evolve rapidly with new developments and investment opportunities emerging across major cities.
Domis Construction offers fresh update at Leeds Urban Village BTR
Domis has made significant progress on-site since its ‘Out of the Ground’ ceremony, marking another step forward in the delivery of the 1,012 new homes. Amy Johnson 20 July 20263 min read Domis Construction moving forward with works at Leeds Urban Village. Adjust the text size for this article. Domis has made significant progress on-site since its ‘Out of the Ground’ ceremony, marking another step forward in the delivery of the 1,012 new homes.
Gateley Legal strengthens Midlands residential development team
The new appointment will work with Birmingham and Nottingham residential development teams to boost offerings in the Midlands. Amy Johnson 15 July 20262 min read Jack Kelly, Partner, Gateley Legal. Adjust the text size for this article. The new appointment will work with Birmingham and Nottingham residential development teams to boost offerings in the Midlands. The UK Build to Rent market continues to evolve rapidly with new developments and investment opportunities emerging across major cities.
UK’s SFH market enters a new phase of market growth
Knight Frank’s latest SFH report reveals operational stock has surpassed 26,000 homes. Amy Johnson 14 July 20263 min read Image credit: Knight Frank. Adjust the text size for this article. Knight Frank’s latest SFH report reveals operational stock has surpassed 26,000 homes. The UK Build to Rent market continues to evolve rapidly with new developments and investment opportunities emerging across major cities.
Peel Waters and Urban Pulse advance Yorkhill Quay co-living and BTR scheme
Co-livingBuild to Rent (BTR)BTR Planning Peel Waters has reached another milestone at its transformational Glasgow Waters masterplan. Amy Johnson 14 July 20264 min read Concept image of the proposed co-living development at Yorkhill Quay, Glasgow Waters. Adjust the text size for this article. Peel Waters has reached another milestone at its transformational Glasgow Waters masterplan.
UK BTR investment hits £3bn in second-strongest first half on record
A significant part of this growth, according to JLL, was SFH investment, which reached £1bn – 7% above H1 2025 and 3% above the five-year average. Amy Johnson 13 July 20264 min read Adjust the text size for this article. A significant part of this growth, according to JLL, was SFH investment, which reached £1bn – 7% above H1 2025 and 3% above the five-year average.
Long Harbour appoints Group Human Resources Director
The new appointment strengthens Long Harbour's leadership team and reinforces its strategic focus on people, talent development and growth. Amy Johnson 13 July 20262 min read Véronique Medcalf, Group Human Resources Director, Long Harbour. Adjust the text size for this article. The new appointment strengthens Long Harbour's leadership team and reinforces its strategic focus on people, talent development and growth.
Morro’s The Altham co-living scheme shortlisted for award
The winners of the 2026 Brick Awards will be announced in November. Amy Johnson 10 July 20262 min read Adjust the text size for this article. The winners of the 2026 Brick Awards will be announced in November. The UK Build to Rent market continues to evolve rapidly with new developments and investment opportunities emerging across major cities. Industry experts are closely monitoring trends in sustainability, technology integration, and tenant experience.
Apache Capital appoints new Asset Manager
The new appointment will be taking on the company’s Prime Build to Rent portfolio. Amy Johnson 9 July 20262 min read Adjust the text size for this article. The new appointment will be taking on the company’s Prime Build to Rent portfolio. The UK Build to Rent market continues to evolve rapidly with new developments and investment opportunities emerging across major cities. Industry experts are closely monitoring trends in sustainability, technology integration, and tenant experience.
Everyman to open at Get Living’s The Elephant
The five-screen cinema will offer service-to-seat dining, a new bar, Q&As and events and will show latest blockbusters, independent films and timeless classics. Amy Johnson 8 July 20263 min read Concept image of the retail offering at The Elephant. Adjust the text size for this article. The five-screen cinema will offer service-to-seat dining, a new bar, Q&As and events and will show latest blockbusters, independent films and timeless classics.
Folk launches Folk Brent Cross co-living scheme
The scheme will be Folk Co-living’s fourth London site. Amy Johnson 6 July 20264 min read Concept image of Folk Brent Cross. Adjust the text size for this article. The scheme will be Folk Co-living’s fourth London site. The UK Build to Rent market continues to evolve rapidly with new developments and investment opportunities emerging across major cities. Industry experts are closely monitoring trends in sustainability, technology integration, and tenant experience.
Enclave: Birmingham City BTR set to launch new amenities
Outpost Management's Enclave: Birmingham City's newly curated amenities will play an important role in shaping the residential rental experience. Amy Johnson 3 July 20263 min read Communal area at Enclave: Birmingham City. Adjust the text size for this article. Outpost Management's Enclave: Birmingham City's newly curated amenities will play an important role in shaping the residential rental experience.
Galliard Homes and Apsley House unveil Bristol co-living plans
Before submitting a planning application, the partnership will undertake consultation with local residents to gather feedback on the plans. Amy Johnson 1 July 20264 min read Concept image of Bristol's largest co-living scheme. Image credit: Corstorphine & Wright. Adjust the text size for this article. Before submitting a planning application, the partnership will undertake consultation with local residents to gather feedback on the plans.
Apex Urban Developments launch consultation over Gravesend co-living plans
The scheme has been designed for modern renters while bringing a site that has remained unused for over two decades back into active use. Amy Johnson 30 June 20262 min read Apex Urban's proposed Gravesend co-living scheme. Image credit: Apex Urban Developments. Adjust the text size for this article. The scheme has been designed for modern renters while bringing a site that has remained unused for over two decades back into active use.
Berkeley Group urges further Government reform as shares increase
Shares in Berkeley Group were trading 5.3% higher at 3,628.00 pence on Wednesday morning in London. Amy Johnson 25 June 20263 min read Berkeley Group. Image credit: Sharecast. Adjust the text size for this article. Shares in Berkeley Group were trading 5.3% higher at 3,628.00 pence on Wednesday morning in London. The UK Build to Rent market continues to evolve rapidly with new developments and investment opportunities emerging across major cities.
Another construction milestone hit at Greystar's Bermondsey 1-5 BTR
McAleer & Rushe is delivering Bermondsey 1-5 on behalf of Greystar. It forms part of the wider Pearl Yard Bermondsey regeneration site. Amy Johnson 24 June 20263 min read Bermondsey 1-5. Image credit: Russell Timber Technology. Adjust the text size for this article. McAleer & Rushe is delivering Bermondsey 1-5 on behalf of Greystar. It forms part of the wider Pearl Yard Bermondsey regeneration site.
Greystar's Bermondsey 1-5 BTR nears completion
McAleer & Rushe is delivering Bermondsey 1-5 on behalf of Greystar. It forms part of the wider Pearl Yard Bermondsey regeneration site. Amy Johnson 22 June 20263 min read Bermondsey 1-5. Image credit: Russell Timber Technology. Adjust the text size for this article. McAleer & Rushe is delivering Bermondsey 1-5 on behalf of Greystar. It forms part of the wider Pearl Yard Bermondsey regeneration site.
VerbaFlo appoints Fractional Chief Marketing Officer
The new appointment will lead VerbaFlo's global marketing strategy as it continues to scale its presence across the UK, Europe, and the USA. Amy Johnson 18 June 20262 min read Suraiya Comunello, Fractional Chief Marketing Officer, VerbaFlo. Adjust the text size for this article. The new appointment will lead VerbaFlo's global marketing strategy as it continues to scale its presence across the UK, Europe, and the USA.
OPDC secures partner for Old Oak regeneration
The Old Oak project includes 8,000 homes in a mix of tenures, including Build to Rent. Amy Johnson 18 June 20264 min read Concept image of Old Oak Common Station hub. Adjust the text size for this article. The Old Oak project includes 8,000 homes in a mix of tenures, including Build to Rent. The UK Build to Rent market continues to evolve rapidly with new developments and investment opportunities emerging across major cities.
Whiterock Decorators completes décor works at Cardiff Quay BTR
Cardiff Quay has been delivered by Watkin Jones and L&G. Amy Johnson 17 June 20261 min read Adjust the text size for this article. Cardiff Quay has been delivered by Watkin Jones and L&G. The UK Build to Rent market continues to evolve rapidly with new developments and investment opportunities emerging across major cities. Industry experts are closely monitoring trends in sustainability, technology integration, and tenant experience.
JLP’s BTR Director Katherine Russell steps down
BTR PeopleBuild to Rent (BTR)BTR news The Director carries nearly 20 years of service to the company and helped establish its Build to Rent presence. Amy Johnson 15 June 20262 min read Adjust the text size for this article. The Director carries nearly 20 years of service to the company and helped establish its Build to Rent presence. The UK Build to Rent market continues to evolve rapidly with new developments and investment opportunities emerging across major cities.
Cityheart appoints estate management for Stopford Park BTR
Centrick is the appointed partner at the £140m mixed-use regeneration scheme. Amy Johnson 11 June 20263 min read Concept image of Stopford Park. Adjust the text size for this article. Centrick is the appointed partner at the £140m mixed-use regeneration scheme. The UK Build to Rent market continues to evolve rapidly with new developments and investment opportunities emerging across major cities.
Royal London Asset Management acquires two Build to Rent schemes
The two acquisitions increase Royal London Asset Management’s total holdings to 962 units. Amy Johnson 10 June 20263 min read Abbey Quay. Image credit: Weston Homes. Adjust the text size for this article. The two acquisitions increase Royal London Asset Management’s total holdings to 962 units. The UK Build to Rent market continues to evolve rapidly with new developments and investment opportunities emerging across major cities.
Quintain Living celebrates ten years of BTR operations
Quintain’s commitment to sustainability and its long‑term stewardship of the Wembley Park neighbourhood has played a major role in the resident experience. Amy Johnson 8 June 20263 min read Adjust the text size for this article. Quintain’s commitment to sustainability and its long‑term stewardship of the Wembley Park neighbourhood has played a major role in the resident experience.
Saul Design reflects on its amenity space work at Marshall Yards BTR
Saul Design created the look and feel of the amenity spaces at Marshall Yards. Amy Johnson 8 June 20262 min read Concept image of Eagle Street Partners and Harrison Street's Marshall Yards scheme. Adjust the text size for this article. Saul Design created the look and feel of the amenity spaces at Marshall Yards. The UK Build to Rent market continues to evolve rapidly with new developments and investment opportunities emerging across major cities.
Potential BTR development opportunity launches in Bushey
Located at Chalk Hill, the site boasts excellent connectivity and great residential potential. Amy Johnson 5 June 20262 min read Concept image of the lapsed 151-unit scheme at 8-12 Chalk Hill. Adjust the text size for this article. Located at Chalk Hill, the site boasts excellent connectivity and great residential potential. The UK Build to Rent market continues to evolve rapidly with new developments and investment opportunities emerging across major cities.
Midlands rents increase as regional BTR demand booms
Demand for ‘affordable’ rental homes in the Midlands continues to increase but so is the cost of rent, according to John Shepherd. Amy Johnson 4 June 20262 min read Grainger's The Condor Build to Rent development - the first of its kind in Derby. Adjust the text size for this article. Demand for ‘affordable’ rental homes in the Midlands continues to increase but so is the cost of rent, according to John Shepherd.
JLL puts Hartford Point BTR on the market
A ‘rare’ Build to Rent scheme is calling for bids. Amy Johnson 4 June 20261 min read Adjust the text size for this article. A ‘rare’ Build to Rent scheme is calling for bids. The UK Build to Rent market continues to evolve rapidly with new developments and investment opportunities emerging across major cities. Industry experts are closely monitoring trends in sustainability, technology integration, and tenant experience.
Brent Cross Town’s first co-living scheme reaches new milestone
Plot 23 will comprise 352 co-living homes that will form part of the wider residential offering at Brent Cross Town. Amy Johnson 3 June 20262 min read Concept image of Circle's co-living scheme at Brent Cross Town. Adjust the text size for this article. Plot 23 will comprise 352 co-living homes that will form part of the wider residential offering at Brent Cross Town.
Muse and Homes England submit NWQ Build to Rent and co-living plans
BTR PlanningBuild to Rent (BTR)Co-living The major mixed-use £640m Slough town centre regeneration development will deliver around 1,500 homes in total. Amy Johnson 3 June 20262 min read Concept image of the NWQ mixed-use scheme. Adjust the text size for this article. The major mixed-use £640m Slough town centre regeneration development will deliver around 1,500 homes in total.
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