Vonder reveals Wembley will be largest UK co-living project to date
Vonder, a global co-living brand, has announced that Wembley will be the next location to join its London portfolio. Vonder will operate a long-term master lease on 313 apartments as a triple-net tenant across 14,000 sqm of residential space. The company will take on all operational and marketing costs, as well as full property management for the new scheme. Vonder Wembley follows the announcement of the brand’s latest co-living project, Vonder Skies, which recently opened in Brentford.
The O2 to generate power from ground breaking vertical-axis wind turbines developed by British start-up Alpha 311
The O2 is continuing to lead the way with its track record of innovation and sustainability, making an agreement with Alpha 311 to become the first venue in the world to trial 10 of their ground-breaking wind turbines. Venue owner and operator AEG is committed to reducing its carbon footprint by reducing GHG emissions and exploring new ways to power the planet utilising its portfolio of global entertainment venues.
Camden Market set to launch first-ever neighbourhood pub and restaurant: The Farrier
LabTech, owner of Camden Market, has announced it will welcome a new neighbourhood pub and restaurant, The Farrier, in Spring 2021.
Curzon to headline entertainment offering at LabTech's Hawley Wharf
Leading London property investment company, LabTech, has announced the signing of independent cinema group, Curzon, to Hawley Wharf Camden, the global property group’s latest mixed-use, canal-side development.
Vonder expands co-living portfolio with second site in Warsaw
Vonder, the global co-living brand, has announced that Warsaw city centre will be home to its latest project, UpTown by Vonder, which will present 113 brand new luxury apartments to the rental market in Poland’s capital. The new project joins UpRiver by Vonder, the brand’s flagship site in Warsaw, which officially launched last year and will complete on the fifth stage of its development in March.
Kooky creates new customer team with three latest appointments
Kooky, the new boutique BTR brand, has announced three appointments including, Vivian Hoelzl as Head of Property Operations, Piers Du Boulay as Head of Lettings, and Mark Fleming, as Head of Marketing. The new trio forms Kooky’s customer centric team, which will be dedicated to ensuring the consumer journey with Kooky is second to none when renting a home.
RED Construction selected to deliver flexible stay hotel development in prime London neighbourhood
RED Construction has been officially appointed by The Portfolio Club (TPC), a joint venture between the fifth largest pension delivery organisation globally, APG, and real estate investment advisory, London Central Portfolio (LCP), to deliver the comprehensive transformation of a period building in South Kensington into a premium flexible stay hotel development.
Seven Dials uncovers new wave of female entrepreneurs with four start ups selected for pop-up incubator initiative
Shaftesbury has officially announced that four emerging, female-led brands will be awarded individual pop-up retail space in Seven Dials, following an official judging process for its all-new Start Up with Seven Dials initiative.
Liverpool ONE readies for the new dawn for retail and leisure destinations
In preparation for the planned re-opening of non-essential retail and F&B for outside dining on April 12, Liverpool ONE is embarking on a comprehensive programme to welcome and inspire visitors upon their return.
Deichmann springs into Touchwood as Lendlease announce new signing
Lend Lease Retail Partnership (LLRP), a fund managed by Lendlease, has announced the signing of Europe’s largest footwear retailer, Deichmann, at Touchwood Solihull, following the German brand declaring expansion plans to support British high streets amid the ongoing pandemic.
Bespoke mural breathes artistic life into Covent Garden
The Mercers’ Company has officially unveiled an exclusive mural crafted by London based artist Rob Lowe, to mark the capital’s creativity in the heart of Covent Garden.
St. David's tributes tradition with limited edition figure
The St David’s Partnership, owners of St David’s in Cardiff, has unveiled a special collectible figure, as part of the destination’s celebration of St David’s Day. The exclusively commissioned figure, made using real LEGO® pieces, is a mini replica of the Welsh Lady traditional dress, which has been a Welsh icon since the 1830s.
RPMI Railpen reaches investment milestone at Caledonia Park
RPMI Railpen (Railpen), the investment manager for the £31bn Railways Pension Scheme, has announced the completion of the significant first phase of its comprehensive refurbishment programme at Caledonia Park.
LabTech appoints new Retail Asset Manager for Hawley Wharf Camden
Leading London property investment company, LabTech, has announced the appointment of Jonny Perkins as Retail Asset Manager for its new 580,000 sq ft development, Hawley Wharf Camden, and LabTech’s other Camden holdings.
Pizza specialists Mozza sign English debut at White Rose Leeds
White Rose, part of the Landsec retail portfolio, has announced the signing of Mozza, the wood fired pizza specialists, for their first-ever site in England.
Wingstop UK secures three flagship sites in 'trilogy' deal with Hammerson
Lemon Pepper Holdings, a master franchisee and brand partner of Wingstop (NASDAQ: WING), the award-winning concept with more than 1,500 locations worldwide, today announced that it has agreed a ‘trilogy’ deal with Hammerson to open three new regional locations at its flagship destinations Bullring (Birmingham), the Oracle (Reading), and Cabot Circus (Bristol).
Camden's Buck Street Market continues to grow with debut signing of v-edgy brand Bad Vegan
LabTech, owner of Camden Market, has announced the signing of plant-based restaurant Bad Vegan for its first-ever site at Buck Street Market, the UK’s first eco-conscious consumer market.
Global cosmetics leader Morphe makes Welsh debut at St David's
The St David’s Partnership, owners of St David’s in Cardiff, one of the UK’s premier retail and leisure destinations, has announced the regional debut for global cosmetics leader Morphe.
Thérapie Clinic signs for regional debut at Liverpool ONE
Grosvenor has announced the signing of Europe’s leading aesthetic medical centre, Thérapie Clinic, at Liverpool ONE, marking the North West debut for the brand. Occupying a 1,052 sq ft space on South John Street, Thérapie Clinic will enhance Liverpool ONE’s offering with its state-of-the-art cosmetic services.
CACI's latest report reveals UK should be ready for spending boom
The latest survey from CACI, the consumer and location intelligence specialist, has revealed the extent of the growing positive sentiment among consumers as the vaccine roll-out gathers momentum.