Function over Form: Retrofitting is the route to Net Zero
Function over Form: Retrofitting is the route to Net Zero
Development
Plan now or get caught out as legislation comes into force
Many of the Building Safety Act’s provisions are yet to be finalised, so this article suggests steps BTR developers should take action now.
Engaging a designer early is key to resident satisfaction and retention
The early engagement of an interior designer leads to good planning decisions and is key to resident satisfaction and retention
STAA advice on using safe and responsible short lets to boost income
Short-term lets in BTR is an innovative and fast-growing sector embracing tourism and corporate travel
Clearing the smog around government emission targets
Amber's Nick Proctor and Tim Stephen answer key questions around the journey to net zero in Build to Rent
Gas is no longer the economic choice for BTR developments
Gas is no longer the economic choice for BTR developments
This article de-mystifies the world of BREEAM certification
Exploring the role and benefits of using different BREEAM products within the built to rent sector
‘Reconnecting planning with art puts the soul and spirit back into the places we make’
With an integrated approach from the early stages of a project, art can secure many benefits to community and investment stakeholders; help to de-risk planning, integrate a development, encourage resident acquisition and retention, and create a long-lasting identity and legacy for the building.
Don’t leave it too late to involve your operator in your scheme
This article demonstrates the value of including the operator throughout the development process, supported by case studies
Creating schemes that consider emerging requirements will ensure they retain their appeal to residents and investors
In an environment of fast-changing economic, regulatory, social and investor demands, BTR developers should take a forward-looking approach to design in order to avoid scheme stranding