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CBRE has completed the sale of a 115,000 sq ft industrial facility on behalf of Noble Foods in a transaction valued at several million pounds.
Plans for a new riverside neighbourhood in St Thomas, Swansea, featuring 124 homes with half designated as affordable, are set to be presented to the…
Latimer, the development division of Clarion Housing Group, has celebrated a significant milestone in the construction of Twyford Park in Ealing by marking the topping…

Lockton announced as headline sponsor of North West PROPS Awards 2026
Lockton, the world’s largest independent global insurance broker, has been announced as headline sponsor of this year’s North West PROPS Awards, hosted by Variety, the Children’s Charity.

Flexible Approach Urged for Meeting London’s 31,500 New Student Beds Target
London’s capacity to deliver 31,500 new purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) bedrooms over the next ten years hinges on boroughs adopting a flexible interpretation of the Draft London Plan’s targets, according to planning consultancy Lichfields.

Deep Walnut Panelling Drives Rise in Brown Tones for Autumn 2026 Interiors
Brown shades are gaining prominence as a key interior colour for autumn 2026, according to Naturewall, specialists in wall panelling.

The Gymnastics Academy to Open First Scottish Venue at GRID Braehead This Summer
GRID Braehead has secured The Gymnastics Academy as its newest tenant, marking the provider’s inaugural Scottish location.

Darker, Softer, Better: How ‘Dark Showering’ Is Redefining Bathroom Design
Homeowners are increasingly abandoning the traditional bright, clinical bathroom lighting in favour of a softer, more atmospheric approach that transforms evening showers into a calming ritual.

The Light to launch in Durham with landmark exhibition featuring Tracey Emin & Steve McQueen
The Light, a major new cultural venue in Durham, is set to open its doors on 22 August, unveiling an ambitious programme that includes artworks by Tracey Emin and Steve McQueen.

AHEC Unveils ‘Wood for the Trees’ Exhibition at Shoreditch Design Week 2026
The American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC) is set to present an immersive hardwood exhibition, Wood for the Trees, at Shoreditch Design Week from 15 to 20 September 2026.

Pinterest Data Reveals Rising Demand for Brown Interiors as Japanese Tiles Capture the Trend
Brown is experiencing a significant resurgence in home interiors, according to Japanese tile specialist Mittsu.

Lakeland Furniture Reveals Autumn Trend Shift Towards Practical Premium Interiors
Homeowners are expected to adopt a more discerning approach to furnishing their homes this autumn, favouring pieces that combine aesthetic appeal with durability and practicality.

Darlington Economic Campus Development Advances with Completion Set for 2028
Construction of the new five-storey office building on Brunswick Street, destined to accommodate over 1,600 Government employees, is progressing rapidly and remains on schedule for completion in 2028.



