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The comeback kid

The Covid-19 pandemic lockdowns were arguably the severest stress test the retail real estate sector has ever been through.

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Reaching new heights

When land is scarce and expensive, vertical extension of existing buildings is an attractive option. It makes economic sense and protects the environment – but there are often structural and legal hurdles to overcome. By Christian Hunziker

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The new urbanisation

Will coronavirus prompt people to move to the countryside? Some experts think so. But a closer look indicates that big cities and their environs are unlikely to lose their appeal.

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Creative clusters key to post-Brexit success

As the UK strikes out into the post-Brexit world, exploiting its competitive strengths will be crucial to its success. Fostering the country’s creative and tech industries – where the UK is a recognised world leader – will be high on the list.

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Without the crowbar

Resistance to real estate projects is increasingly becoming a risk factor for developers and investors. Smart acceptance management pays off.

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