Trends & Insights

A new survey shows people want more of their previous office life back

As people head back to the office, technology is having to work harder to help colleagues connect

U.S. infrastructure plan would encourage companies to construct onsite daycare

Leading women in real estate share their thoughts on what is needed to address recent impacts on equality

It’s getting on for a year since remote work became a mainstream part of working life

Workforce expectations have shifted significantly in the last year amid a surge in remote working

Asia learned the hard way on how to address “sick-building syndrome” so now the rest of the world doesn’t have to

Companies are launching a growing range of initiatives to show employees they care about their health and wellbeing

As demand rises for green-focused investment vehicles, more work is needed to make sure buildings hit the mark

A swathe of capital-raising and resurgence of hotel sales highlight investor optimism for the sector’s recovery

Office and retail investors are increasingly buying warehouses near cities amid efforts to diversify portfolios

Demand for “convertible” properties has skyrocketed over the past year

Amid empty office spaces and a hybrid future, landlords are exploring partnerships with flex operators

Get an economist’s take on the hot-button topic and its impact on real estate markets

High pricing in established markets sees investors branch out

As real estate looks to cut its carbon footprint, regulation is set to play a bigger part in how investment decisions are made

A clear framework for emissions reduction is shaping business strategies and helping companies align with global climate goals

New innovations are helping to reduce carbon emissions and cut energy use

Retailers see positive momentum in reduced cases, vaccine adoption and spring weather

Falling retail rents in some of Hong Kong’s premier districts have made way for spaces where shoppers can do more than just buy: they can play first.

While the global pandemic was dominating headlines in 2020, airports were getting a makeover and investment funds were taken to task over climate change

Cold storage boxes and freezer farms are only part of the picture

While some smart cities projects hitting hurdles, China’s are racing to the front of the pack

Better building standards are among efforts to help the built environment withstand the changing climate