Built Environment Networking Blog: London News

Thirdi Group Takes on £150 Million Office-to-Residential Conversion Project on London’s River Thames

Australian property developer Thirdi Group has embarked on a challenging office-to-residential conversion venture, acquiring a commercial tower on London’s River Thames to create luxury apartments. The 4375sq m Westminster Tower office building is set to undergo a remarkable transformation into a residential tower, featuring 28 apartments, including three whole-floor penthouses, and 25 two and three-bedroom […]

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Thriving Investments continues scaling flagship PRS strategy, with c. £20 million investment in two single family developments

Picture Living has committed c. £20 million to forward fund two single family housing (“SFH”) schemes in the South of England, totalling 42 high quality family homes for rent. The investments maintain Picture Living’s momentum, bringing forward much needed, sustainable family homes across the UK, against a backdrop of slower housing delivery, higher mortgage rates […]

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Topland Vintage Group completes on a £20m loan

Sol Zakay’s Topland Vintage Group has completed a £20m loan secured against a significant residential asset in Prime Central London. The facility was arranged on an expedited basis to refinance existing debt, with completion achieved just two weeks after the commitment fee was paid and legals were entered into. Daniel Eastwood, Originator at Topland, commented: “This […]

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Tottenham High Road West Scheme Set to Deliver 3,000 New Homes

Haringey Council is moving forward with the High Road West scheme in Tottenham, a major development poised to deliver approximately 3,000 new homes. This significant regeneration project, which has been in planning stages and received approval last year, represents a transformative investment in the community. The scheme is a key part of the council’s vision […]

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Town Centre Securities acquire prime London commercial space

TCS has announced the acquisition of a new London Head Office on Weymouth Street. This latest purchase forms part of the company’s ongoing portfolio diversification strategy and long term capital growth plans. The recently refurbished, 4,760 sq.ft, Grade II listed property currently comprises residential accommodation to the third floor, with office space to lower ground, […]

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Transport for London open consultation for Docklands Light Railway expansion

Transport for London (TfL) has initiated a public consultation to gather valuable input on the proposed extension of the Docklands Light Railway (DLR). The envisioned expansion entails stretching the railway from Gallions Reach to Thamesmead, passing through Beckton Riverside, with the potential to pave the way for the development of approximately 30,000 new homes along […]

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Tri7 acquires 2-acre London site for residential scheme

Tri7, an investment and asset management firm, has unconditionally purchased for £21.5 million a 2.16 acre freehold town centre site on Lordship Lane in London’s Wood Green from U+I and Proprium, currently let to Mecca Bingo until December 2026. Tri7 has plans to repurpose the site into a new build residential-led scheme. Tri7 will look […]

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Triple B Strengthens UK Portfolio with Acquisition of Birchin Lane Property in London

Triple B, an international investment group dedicated to fostering innovation, empowering entrepreneurs, and improving communities, is excited to announce its latest acquisition: the iconic 7 Birchin Lane property in the heart of London’s financial district. This strategic move not only broadens Triple B’s commercial real estate portfolio but also solidifies its growing presence in the […]

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Tritax Big Box acquires Heathrow site for Data Centre

Tritax Big Box REIT plc has purchased a 74-acre site at Heathrow, London within the Slough Availability Zone, a key FLAP-D prime EMEA data centre location. Simultaneously, the Company has acquired a 50% share in a joint venture with a leading European renewable and low carbon energy power generator. The JV enables accelerated power delivery […]

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UK Investor Joins £200m Landsec Southwark Development

Landsec has secured UK investment backing for its £200 million Southwark development, marking a significant step in the company’s ongoing asset repositioning strategy. The high-profile scheme, located in the heart of Southwark, is a key component of Landsec’s London development pipeline. While the identity of the investor and the full terms of the agreement remain […]

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