SEGRO has completed the development of nine new speculatively-built industrial units at Slough Trading Estate, providing highly sustainable space to meet demand from a diverse range of businesses The redevelopment scheme at 136 Edinburgh Avenue has transformed the former single-building into over 107,000 sq ft of high-quality warehouse space. The
Great Places Housing Group has formally submitted plans for the first development to come forward under the newly approved masterplan for the regeneration of the Grey Mare Lane neighbourhood in east Manchester. The proposal outlines a new affordable housing scheme comprising 82 apartments for social rent, to be constructed on
Iconic discount retailer B&M is forging ahead with ambitious expansion plans, announcing the opening of 45 new stores across the UK in the year ahead—even as it grapples with a dip in like-for-like sales at home. In the 12 months to 29 March, the retailer reported a 3.1% drop in
A new Freedom of Information request spotlights the UK’s leading universities for building repair and remediation works Recent figures reveal that the maintenance backlog for the Department for Education was in excess of £13.8bn in 2023-24.* The excessive costs spotlight the need for more cost-efficient repair and remediation works of
Proposals for a new development of 160 homes in Nuneaton will bring a raft of benefits to the local area – providing affordable housing, new public open space and investment into local infrastructure. The proposed Bellway development, to the east of Plough Hill Road, would deliver 40 affordable homes to
Spectacular drone footage has captured construction progress of high-quality student accommodation at 292-298 St Vincent Street, Glasgow which is on schedule for completion in summer 2026. Developer Artisan Real Estate and Homes for Students, the UK’s largest independent student management company, are partnering with building contractor GRAHAM on the £70
North East Mayor Kim McGuinness has praised a regional housing association for its ongoing programme of home energy upgrades, highlighting the role this work plays in tackling poverty, cutting household bills, and building a greener future. Mayor McGuinness said: “I am committed to making the North East the home of
United Trust Bank (UTB) Property Development has completed a £27.8m facility to support a £40m build-to-rent (BTR) scheme in Canary Wharf. The development is being undertaken by Lotus Living, a privately owned and experienced BTR developer-operator with a strong track record of delivering high specification BTR schemes across Greater London
Abloy UK and HKC successfully showcased their market-leading digital access solutions and intelligent intruder alarm systems at The Security Event 2025, held at the NEC Birmingham. The three-day exhibition attracted thousands of security professionals from across the UK, Ireland, and beyond to explore the latest innovations in security and smart
HelloParks has commenced construction of two new sustainable industrial and logistics facilities in Fót and Páty (North and West of Budapest), adding over 88,000 sqm of space to its domestic development pipeline. Upon completion, the company will operate a total of 11 buildings across its megapark network by the end
SEGRO has completed the development of nine new speculatively-built industrial units at Slough Trading Estate, providing highly sustainable space to meet demand from a diverse range of businesses The redevelopment scheme at 136 Edinburgh Avenue has transformed the former single-building into over 107,000 sq ft of high-quality warehouse space. The units have been purposefully designed in a range of sizes, from 2,000 to 10,000 sq ft, to support smaller and growing enterprises, as well as larger units of 32,000 and 45,000 sq ft. SEGRO has seen strong interest in the units, reflecting high demand and limited supply of highly sustainable industrial space in the Thames Valley. Demonstrating SEGRO’s commitment to Championing low-carbon growth, the units boast excellent sustainability credentials, achieving BREEAM Excellent and EPC A+ ratings. Features include air source heat pumps, smart building sensors and controls and over 21,000 sq ft of PV panels generating energy savings of over 350 kWh/Yr and carbon savings of over 42,000 Kg/Co2/Yr. In addition, 20% of parking spaces are equipped with EV charging points and the development offers ample secure bike storage with electric bike chargers to encourage active travel. Anna Bond, Head of Western Corridor at SEGRO, said: “This development demonstrates our commitment to evolving the Slough Trading Estate in line with the needs of modern businesses. “We are already seeing strong demand from occupiers for several units at the development, reinforcing the attractiveness of Slough Trading Estate as a prime business location. The high level of interest before completion underlines the confidence of customers in the quality of our spaces as well as the advantages of being part of a thriving business community.” Slough Trading Estate is the largest privately-owned business park in single ownership in Europe. Over one third of the estate is less than 10 years old. Local amenities including a high street bank, restaurants, shops, fitness facilities and healthcare centres are all within easy reach on the estate. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Great Places Housing Group has formally submitted plans for the first development to come forward under the newly approved masterplan for the regeneration of the Grey Mare Lane neighbourhood in east Manchester. The proposal outlines a new affordable housing scheme comprising 82 apartments for social rent, to be constructed on a vacant site at the corner of Grey Mare Lane and Ashton New Road. The brownfield site was previously home to the Manchester Bar pub, which was demolished in 2020. The planned development will include a mix of one- and two-bedroom apartments, with features such as private garden spaces for select ground-floor homes, a communal garden, balconies for most upper-floor units, and high-quality landscaping throughout. The scheme also includes a new pedestrian link aimed at improving connectivity from Newcombe Close to Grey Mare Lane and Ashton New Road. The project has been developed in close collaboration with Manchester City Council, One Manchester, and This City, and forms a key part of the broader Grey Mare Lane neighbourhood masterplan, approved in September 2024. The long-term plan will deliver 1,000 new homes, including a substantial portion of affordable units, as well as new green spaces and community infrastructure. Helen Spencer, Executive Director of Growth at Great Places Housing Group, commented: “We are delighted to submit our plans for the first of our planned affordable housing developments as part of the wider regeneration of the Grey Mare Lane neighbourhood. This project represents a significant step forward in our commitment to providing high-quality, affordable homes for the community in East Manchester. “This development has been made possible through our close partnership with Manchester City Council, One Manchester, and This City. Together, we are dedicated to transforming the Grey Mare Lane neighbourhood into a vibrant and sustainable community. We look forward to seeing these plans come to fruition and making a positive impact on the lives of local residents.” The development is the first of two proposed developments in the area to be delivered by Great Places, with details for a second affordable homes development on a site on Sunny Lowry Road expected to be submitted next year. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Iconic discount retailer B&M is forging ahead with ambitious expansion plans, announcing the opening of 45 new stores across the UK in the year ahead—even as it grapples with a dip in like-for-like sales at home. In the 12 months to 29 March, the retailer reported a 3.1% drop in like-for-like UK sales, falling to £4.5 billion. Sales were also down 2.4% in the final quarter. However, group-wide performance painted a more positive picture, with total sales rising by 3.7% to £5.6 billion. This growth was driven by newly opened stores and a strong trading performance in B&M’s French arm, which helped offset the softer results in the UK market. B&M’s garden, toys, paint and stationery categories helped underpin its UK performance, while the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) segment experienced a decline in like-for-like sales—though it still saw gains in overall value and volume. The company has said steps are being taken to boost performance in this category. Undeterred by the sales slowdown, B&M said its 45 new stores opened over the past year are performing in line with expectations and delivering strong returns—prompting the company to commit to another 45 openings in the year ahead. The new stores are expected to target high-footfall areas such as retail parks and under-served smaller towns, where demand for discount retail remains strong. The company’s group adjusted EBITDA is forecast to land above the midpoint of its £605m to £625m guidance range. Meanwhile, B&M’s board is progressing in its search for a new chief executive to replace Alex Russo, who will retire at the end of the month. An announcement on his successor is expected in the coming weeks. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
A new Freedom of Information request spotlights the UK’s leading universities for building repair and remediation works Recent figures reveal that the maintenance backlog for the Department for Education was in excess of £13.8bn in 2023-24.* The excessive costs spotlight the need for more cost-efficient repair and remediation works of education buildings in the UK, particularly with the discovery of RAAC across several education institutions. To investigate the state of building maintenance across UK universities, SFG20, the industry standard for facility management, submitted a Freedom of Information (FOI) request to universities across the country. They received responses from 61 universities, who were asked to provide information on: total costs spent on repair and remediation works in the most recent financial year; completed repair projects; outstanding projects; and total budgets. From the universities that responded, 904,000 maintenance projects were logged in 2023, however, as of January this year, there were still approximately 76,527 outstanding maintenance requests left to carry out. This demonstrates the sheer volume of maintenance tasks that need to be carried out to keep universities to a safe and habitual standard. The universities that invested the most in building repair and remediation The University of Oxford ranked top position for the university that had invested the most into repair and remediation works across its facilities and buildings, with an overall score of 75.41. As part of their overall ranking, the University of Oxford had one of the highest repair project completion rates of the institutions that responded, with almost 40,000 completed. In the most recent financial year, the University of Oxford spent a total of £18,500,000 on building maintenance projects. With a budget of £26.4 million, they were also the university that came most under budget, reflecting their cost-efficient allocation of resources. The University of Oxford was closely followed by the University of York, which spent a total of £12.8 million on repair and maintenance works in the most recent financial year, approximately £3 million under budget. Universities such as the London School of Economics (53.28), Arts University Bournemouth (53.01), and The Open University (52.73) were categorised into the bronze tier category. The Arts University Bournemouth had the lowest average spend per maintenance request of all the universities that responded to the FOI request at just £23 per request, calculated with their total spend and total maintenance requests completed. The London School of Economics and Edinburgh Napier University, both finished the most recent financial year exactly on budget for repair and remediation works to their buildings, having spent £3.02 million and £1.11 million respectively. Paul Bullard, Product Director at SFG20, on the issue of building maintenance in UK Universities, has said: “Staying significantly under budget on maintenance costs and keeping a low cost per repair request are both strong indicators of a well-structured, proactive maintenance strategy – one that prioritises efficiency and minimises more serious and costly unexpected downtime. To attract and retain the best calibre of staff and students, universities must provide outstanding learning environments, supported by high-quality leisure facilities and living conditions. Even before Covid, we saw a shift towards improving indoor air quality to enhance student focus and well-being. Now, more than ever, delivering a great experience is critical. Well-maintained facilities not only create inspiring spaces for learning but also play a vital role in university recruitment and retention.” The full findings can be found here: https://www.sfg20.co.uk/blog/uk-universities-investment *https://www.nao.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/maintaining-public-service-facilities.pdf Methodology: To investigate the state of building maintenance across UK universities, SFG20 submitted a Freedom of Information (FOI) request to 105 universities, between December 2024 and February 2025, who were asked to provide information on: From 61 responses, universities were ranked based on their answers to each FOI question in comparison to other universities and assigned a score out of 100. The higher the score, the more the institution invested both time and money into the maintenance and upkeep of their buildings. The need for building repair and remediation can be driven by a number of factors, which is why our overall ranking has been derived from several balanced metrics to show how universities compare to one another. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Proposals for a new development of 160 homes in Nuneaton will bring a raft of benefits to the local area – providing affordable housing, new public open space and investment into local infrastructure. The proposed Bellway development, to the east of Plough Hill Road, would deliver 40 affordable homes to help address the housing shortage in the borough. A report in 2022 showed that there were more than 3,000 households on Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council’s housing register waiting for an affordable home in the borough. The planning application for the 16-acre site, which has been brought forward by Bellway Strategic Land, includes new public open space, including a children’s play area, natural play trails, footpaths and cycleways to promote outdoor activity for both new and existing residents. Bellway would also deliver improvements to local roads, with traffic calming planned in Plough Hill Road near Galley Common Infant School to reduce traffic speeds and improve safety for pedestrians and children, and improvements to pavements and crossing points along Plough Hill Road and Coleshill Road. In addition, the housebuilder would provide funding towards the planned improvement scheme for the Plough Hill Road/Coleshill Road junction. Chris O’Hanlon, Planning Manager for Bellway Strategic Land, said: “We have worked closely with the local community to listen to their views and ensure our proposals for this sustainable site off Plough Hill Road meet their needs. “This site offers an ideal opportunity to help Nuneaton respond to the shortage of housing in the borough, as well as to promote healthier and more sustainable lifestyles by providing new open space and making roads in the area safer. The development enjoys an accessible location within easy reach of local shops and services, reducing the need to travel by car. “We also anticipate making significant financial contributions towards improvements to local infrastructure as part of the planning agreement for the development. “We have submitted a full planning application at this stage so that, should planning permission be granted, we will be able to press ahead quickly with the delivery of these much-needed new homes.” The new homes would include a mix of 120 one, two, three and four-bedroom properties for private sale, 11 two and three-bedroom homes for shared ownership, and 29 one, two, three and four-bedroom homes for affordable rent. Each of the homes would have solar PV panels to help residents reduce their energy bills and carbon emissions, while 38 per cent of the homes would be accessible or adaptable for wheelchair users. Open space would make up more than a third of the site, and as well as providing space for recreation and social activities, it will also create new wildlife habitats to promote biodiversity. More information about the work of Bellway Strategic Land can be found at https://www.bellwaystrategicland.co.uk/. Bellway West Midlands is building new homes across Warwickshire and the wider region, with details available at https://www.bellway.co.uk/new-homes/west-midlands. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Spectacular drone footage has captured construction progress of high-quality student accommodation at 292-298 St Vincent Street, Glasgow which is on schedule for completion in summer 2026. Developer Artisan Real Estate and Homes for Students, the UK’s largest independent student management company, are partnering with building contractor GRAHAM on the £70 million scheme. The completed development, to be known as St Vincent Studios, will provide 321 high quality self-contained studio apartments together with a range of additional facilities and amenities over 16 floors. This includes a dedicated reception, study rooms and common areas together with private dining, a gym, cinema room, roof terraces and secure internal cycle storage for 160 bikes. The drone footage shows progress on the building’s concrete superstructure is now well underway since construction started in September 2024. “It’s very exciting to see the building coming out of the ground, well on schedule for completion in summer 2026,” says Artisan Real Estate’s Managing Director for Scotland, David Westwater. “The next six months will see a big difference as we complete the concrete frame and floors and look forward to topping out the building. The completed development will meet the urgent need for high-quality purpose-built student accommodation in the city. The site is in a superb city centre location, within easy walking or cycling distance to several higher and further education establishments.” Gary Holmes, Regional Managing Director at GRAHAM Building North, adds: “It’s good to work with Artisan Real Estate to deliver attractive student residences within Glasgow city centre to alleviate the continued demand. Our team is now successfully bringing the development out of the ground, breathing life back into a site which has remained vacant for almost six years.” The completed development will be managed by Homes for Students, the largest independent student management company in the UK. Chief Executive Officer Martin Corbett says: “We are pleased to be working closely with Artisan Real Estate to ensure this will be a best-in-class, purpose-built scheme. We will be creating high-quality accommodation and amenities for students to enjoy, providing an exceptional user experience using the skills of our property team to foster and support student wellbeing whilst closely integrating with the local community.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
North East Mayor Kim McGuinness has praised a regional housing association for its ongoing programme of home energy upgrades, highlighting the role this work plays in tackling poverty, cutting household bills, and building a greener future. Mayor McGuinness said: “I am committed to making the North East the home of real opportunity. To do that we must support the thousands of families across our region who are struggling with fuel poverty and make sure everyone has a warm home they’re proud of. “That’s why it’s great to see organisations like believe housing building sustainable homes and making thousands of energy upgrades to houses in the North East, helping their customers keep more money in their pockets. “As Mayor, I will scale up our retrofitting industry with more jobs, reinforcing our region as a leader in green energy. That will mean skilled green jobs for local people, upgrading homes across our communities.” The Mayor made the comments during a visit to believe housing, a not-for-profit landlord which manages more than 18,000 homes across the North East. During her visit, leaders outlined believe housing’s ongoing work to improve existing homes — which includes ensuring every property meets at least an EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) rating of C which makes them warmer, greener and more affordable to heat for residents. And they spoke about its delivery of about 200 high-quality, energy-efficient new homes a year, where they are most needed. This work is central to believe housing’s commitment to providing healthy, affordable homes and goes hand in hand with a wide range of support services for customers and communities, including employability programmes, welfare benefits advice, and community grant funding. Mayor McGuinness also heard how long-term investment in social housing is helping to create green jobs and boost local economic growth. She met representatives from RE:GEN Group, believe housing’s delivery partner for energy improvement works, who said that visible, ongoing investment gives them the confidence to grow their skilled workforce — enabling them to continue delivering upgrades and support the region’s transition to a greener economy. As part of her visit, the Mayor met believe housing customer Val Singleton at her home in Crook, which recently benefited from improvement and decarbonisation works, including a new roof with solar panels and enhanced loft insulation. Val’s home is one of 3,477 believe housing homes to receive energy efficiency upgrades, part-funded by the government. “It was lovely to meet Val, whose home is one of many that have already been fitted with energy efficiency upgrades, including solar panels and insulation, not only making her home warmer, but reducing her heating bills too,” said the Mayor. “We are already making it easier for people in County Durham to get the advice they need to reduce their bills. “I am working closely with the industry to increase the supply of sustainable social housing, and retrofit more homes across the North East to help more people, like Val, save on their energy bills.” Alan Smith, Chief Executive of believe housing, said: “We welcome the opportunity to show the Mayor some of our work and to talk about how it supports her missions for the region — creating a stronger, fairer economy, generating job opportunities, tackling poverty, and advancing green energy. “We also discussed the wider challenges facing the social housing sector and how we can work together with the North East Combined Authority, through the North East Housing Partnership, to do even more to make our region a better place to live and work.” The North East Housing Partnership is a group of social housing providers and local authorities, working together to support the North East Mayoral Combined Authority to deliver a comprehensive housing plan for the region that drives inclusive economic growth through the delivery of new homes, supports net zero and skills, and helps residents live healthier lives. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
United Trust Bank (UTB) Property Development has completed a £27.8m facility to support a £40m build-to-rent (BTR) scheme in Canary Wharf. The development is being undertaken by Lotus Living, a privately owned and experienced BTR developer-operator with a strong track record of delivering high specification BTR schemes across Greater London and Home Counties. The development, known as Bellerive House, comprises the conversion of a redundant office building to 50 rental apartments ranging from studio to 2 bedrooms, and the creation of 9 new rooftop airspace duplex apartments. In addition, the ground floor will offer 3000sqft of commercial space and parking. Like all of Lotus Living’s build-to-rent developments, each apartment will be presented to a very high standard with professional management, consistent policies and Lotus Living Resident friendly app. Rents will range from £2,200.00 to £4,600.00 pcm. The first apartments should be ready to move in by Q1 2026. UTB’s £27.8m facility supports the acquisition of the freehold of the building, conversion and construction costs, S106 and CIL liabilities, professional fees, interest and a 4-month VAT bridge. Paul Flannery, Senior Director – Property Development, United Trust Bank, commented: “We’re very keen to increase our lending to experienced specialist developers of BTR, PBSA and Co-living accommodation and I am delighted UTB is funding this exciting BTR scheme for Lotus Living. Raj and the team have created an outstanding portfolio of attractive homes in sought after locations, and at the same time established a reputation as an excellent landlord. Bellerive House will provide a great place to live in a vibrant area of London, and I look forward to UTB supporting many more successful Lotus Living schemes in the future.” Rajiv Nehru, CEO – Lotus Living, commented: “Paul and the wider UTB property development team have been a pleasure to work with. It’s clear that they share our vision and commitment to creating high-quality, affordable rental homes designed to meet the diverse needs of Londoners. When completed early next year, Bellerive House will provide attractive, well-connected and comfortable homes, conveniently located in the heart of Docklands, just a few minutes from Central London and City Airport.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Abloy UK and HKC successfully showcased their market-leading digital access solutions and intelligent intruder alarm systems at The Security Event 2025, held at the NEC Birmingham. The three-day exhibition attracted thousands of security professionals from across the UK, Ireland, and beyond to explore the latest innovations in security and smart building management. With the growing convergence of physical security and digital technologies, the event provided an ideal platform for Abloy and HKC to demonstrate how their integrated systems support safer, smarter, and more sustainable buildings. Visitors to the stand engaged with live product demos, received expert insights, and explored how to adopt digital connected systems with confidence. Pip Courcoux, Technical and Product Director at Abloy UK, commented: “As buildings become smarter and the demand for seamless, secure movement increases, digital access is no longer a luxury – it’s essential. “Buildings are rapidly becoming digital environments, and access control plays a key role in enabling that transformation. From commercial offices to critical infrastructure, the need for flexible and scalable access management is growing rapidly. “We were delighted to connect with customers, consultants, and industry leaders at The Security Event 2025 to share how our solutions – including PROTEC2 CLIQ and PRIMO – can support their journey to smarter, more secure, and more sustainable operations.” Abloy UK’s portfolio on display included its comprehensive range of electromechanical and wireless locking systems, software platforms for access management, and cloud-based solutions that enable secure, real-time control of doors, cabinets, and gates – even in remote or high-risk environments. Damian Lloyd, Marketing Lead at HKC, echoed this, highlighting the rapid evolution of intruder detection systems in the digital age: “Over the past decade, the security landscape has undergone a major transformation – driven in large part by the evolution of intruder alarm connectivity. “Technological advancements have reshaped industry attitudes, prompting a shift in how alarm systems are designed, installed, and maintained. Modern alarm systems are now smarter, more integrated, and significantly more reliable than earlier generations. Innovations in wireless communication, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and the Internet of Things (IoT) have all contributed to this progress. “These technologies have ushered in a new era, enabling real-time insights, effortless remote access, and a greatly enhanced user experience. The Security Event was the ideal opportunity for us to discuss this topic with visitors face-to-face, demonstrating how our HKC solutions can be tailored for residential, commercial, and vertical specific environments.” HKC’s stand featured its latest range of intruder alarm panels, wireless sensors, app-controlled systems, and cloud management tools – all designed with installers and end-users in mind. The company’s integrated approach aligns with today’s demand for security systems that not only detect but also deter and inform. Both Abloy UK and HKC are part of ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in access solutions, and their participation in The Security Event 2025 demonstrates the group’s commitment to innovation, collaboration, and future-ready technology. For more information on HKC Security, please visit: hkcsecurity.com For further information on Abloy UK, visit https://bit.ly/4hN2iOO, call 01902 364 500, or email info@abloy.co.uk Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
HelloParks has commenced construction of two new sustainable industrial and logistics facilities in Fót and Páty (North and West of Budapest), adding over 88,000 sqm of space to its domestic development pipeline. Upon completion, the company will operate a total of 11 buildings across its megapark network by the end of the year. These developments directly respond to robust market demand, with warehouses at both sites operating near full capacity. The new buildings are designed to meet the highest sustainability standards—complying with the Outstanding rating criteria under the BREEAM New Construction certification and the stringent requirements of the EU Taxonomy. Construction has begun on the fourth facility (PT5) in the Páty HelloParks Budapest West megapark. The structural works are complete, and concrete flooring will soon be poured. Completion is scheduled for Q3 2025. Once finished, this 42,000 sqm BigBox warehouse will bring the total completed industrial space in Páty to 184,000 sqm. Existing facilities in the park currently enjoy an 84% occupancy rate, with tenants including prominent global logistics and transportation providers such as dm-Drogerie Markt, DHL, Gebrüder Weiss, and Transdanubia. Strategically situated in the western agglomeration of Budapest, the 87-hectare HelloParks Páty lies adjacent to the M1 motorway and close to the M0 and M7 junctions—making it an ideal hub for local, national, and international logistics. Meanwhile, work is advancing on the FT3 warehouse in Fót, HelloParks North, with groundwork underway and structural columns to be installed shortly. This 46,000 sqm BigBox facility is scheduled for completion by the end of the year, expanding the Fót megapark to four buildings totalling 164,000 sqm. Existing warehouses here are almost entirely let, with notable tenants including BYD and Samsung. Located in the northern vicinity of Budapest, adjacent to the M0 and M3 motorways, the 57-hectare Fót HelloParks Budapest North offers capacity for up to 254,000 sqm of industrial space. Notably, every building in the park has received EU Taxonomy certification—a unique achievement in Hungary. With the addition of these two new facilities, HelloParks will operate 11 buildings across its megaparks by year-end, spanning North, West, South and East of Budapest (Fót, Páty, Alsónémedi, and Maglód). All properties are constructed in alignment with BREEAM sustainability standards and EU Taxonomy criteria, offering tenants environmentally responsible, energy-efficient, and future-proof spaces. Only 3% of buildings worldwide achieve BREEAM’s Outstanding rating. HelloParks is the sole developer in Hungary that consistently meets these rigorous benchmarks. Five of its buildings have received the Outstanding certificate, with two more achieving the Excellent rating. As regulatory pressures increase, sustainable facilities are increasingly crucial to occupiers in meeting their ESG objectives. “Our development pace is dictated by market demand. Occupancy rates clearly show the continued strong interest in well-located, modern industrial properties. We aim to respond swiftly and strategically while ensuring that every new building meets the strictest sustainability standards. It’s not enough to simply add capacity – we’re committed to creating spaces where our partners can operate long-term under optimal, energy-efficient conditions,” said Rudolf Nemes, CEO of HelloParks. Both warehouses under construction will feature heat pump-based heating and cooling systems and rooftop solar panels that can reduce office areas’ primary grid energy consumption to zero. Each facility will be equipped with advanced building management systems (BMS) that optimise heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and electrical and water infrastructure capable of detecting and preventing leaks. Tenants will also benefit from HelloParks’ proprietary mobile application, which integrates with the parks’ building control systems, enabling remote management of rented areas. Users can adjust heating, ventilation, and lighting settings, monitor utility usage, and access detailed technical data for their leased units. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
