Built Environment Networking Blog: Commercial and Offices News

Runway East to open new site seconds from Tottenham Court Road Station

Runway East has signed a 15 year agreement on circa 22,000 sq. ft. workspace Corinthian House, seconds from Tottenham Court Road Station in London’s West End and their second with landlord, K&K Properties. “Corinthian House is an iconic building opposite Centre Point in Tottenham Court Road” shares Natasha Guerra, founder of Runway East, “ just […]

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Westminster City Council Approves Major Redevelopment at 33 Cavendish Square

Westminster City Council has granted planning approval for the redevelopment of 33 Cavendish Square, a prominent site near Oxford Circus in London. The scheme will deliver 800,000 square feet of office space and 100,000 square feet of retail, transforming the landmark location into a modern, sustainable, and mixed-use destination. The project, led by Berkeley Estate […]

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Green Light Granted for £10bn Earls Court Regeneration Project

The £10bn regeneration of the former Earls Court Exhibition Centre site in West London has taken a major step forward after securing unanimous hybrid planning approval from the London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham. The decision unlocks central London’s largest cleared development site and allows progress toward the first phase of delivery, subject to remaining […]

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JPMorgan Chase Announces Plans for New London Headquarters

JPMorgan Chase has unveiled plans to build a new tower at its Riverside South site in London’s Canary Wharf financial district, set to become the largest office building in London at 3 million square feet. The project, announced on November 27, 2025, represents a multibillion-pound investment in London, reinforcing the city’s position as a leading […]

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Greater Manchester Launches £1 Billion “Good Growth Fund” to Accelerate Regional Regeneration

Greater Manchester has launched a £1 billion Good Growth Fund, with an initial £400 million investment aimed at accelerating workspace and residential projects across the region. The fund, overseen by the city’s local authorities, is designed to unlock a pipeline of projects with an estimated value of £10 billion by providing crucial early-stage financing for […]

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Oval Real Estate Secures £136 Million Refinancing Loan from Just Group for ‘Kensington’ Office Portfolio

Oval Real Estate has successfully secured a £136 million refinancing facility from Just Group for its ‘Kensington’ office portfolio, marking a significant milestone in Oval’s ongoing growth strategy and underscoring Just Group’s expanding presence as a real estate lender. The three-year facility is secured against a portfolio of seven Grade A, multi-let offices located across […]

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Morrisons Announces Major Expansion with 250 New “Morrisons Daily” Franchise Stores Across England

Morrisons has announced plans to expand its convenience store network by partnering with independent corner shop owners across England. Up to 250 local stores will be converted into branded “Morrisons Daily” outlets, with a focus on the South of England and the Midlands, regions where Morrisons currently has fewer stores. The rollout is expected to […]

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