Estates Gazette Property Podcasts

Future of Cambridge: Why indifference is our biggest challenge

Indifference is the biggest challenge that cities face. Governance congestion is what slows up development and progress, not planning and we are failing to address the "wicked problems" of affordability, climate change and even opioid addiction that all our cities face.

These were just some of the discussion points raised in this insightful and engaging conversation with Phil Allmendinger, professor of Land Economy at the University of Cambridge, recorded as part of EG's Future of Cambridge event.

To access all of our content from the event head to https://www.egi.co.uk/the-future-of-cambridge/ and www.egi.co.uk/news 

 

 

Future of Cambridge: Is there a solution to the city's affordability problem?

In this episode of the EG Property Podcast, recorded as part of our Future of Cambridge event, EG editor Samantha McClary talks to Mark Shirburne-Davies, a director of House by Urban Splash and the man in charge of delivering more than 400 homes in Northstowe.

The conversation covers a range of topics including the potential solutions to Cambridge’s ever growing affordability issues, design and beauty, sustainability, Cambridge as an engine for wider regional growth and how robots could and perhaps should (and in the case of MMC factories, do) play a role in the delivery of housing.

The interview was conducted as a live broadcast interview over Twitter so while the audio may not quite as clear as you have come to expect form a studio recorded EG Property Podcast, the content is mostly definitely of the high standard you demand from the team at EG.

To access all of our content from the EG Future of Cambridge event head to https://www.egi.co.uk/the-future-of-cambridge/ and www.egi.co.uk/news 

 

Future of Cambridge: How life sciences are driving the city

In this episode of the EG Property Podcast, recorded as part of our Future of Cambridge coverage, EG editor Samantha McClary speaks with Orestis Tzortzoglou, development director at BioMed Realty about the life sciences sector in Cambridge, its growth, its resilience and the role it has to play in the continuing success of the city.

This podcast was recorded via Teams, so the audio quality may not be as crystal clear as you have come to expect from an EG podcast production. The content quality, however, will as always, will be top notch.

To access all of our content from the EG Future of Cambridge event head to https://www.egi.co.uk/the-future-of-cambridge/ and www.egi.co.uk/news 

 

 

EG's Tech Awards take to the virtual stage and the inside track on how HB Reavis plans to help office occupiers get back to work

On this week's We're Still Here podcast, Emily Wright is joined by EG tech reporter Lucy Alderson for a full debrief on the virtual EG Tech Awards. Now in their third year, the 2020 event went fully digital; fitting for an celebration of all things tech. 

From the awards themselves to the joys of networking in virtual bars, Wright and Alderson reflect on the power and reach of virtual events and consider how a hybrid approach could impact the future of real estate events once life has returned to some kind of normality. If you missed the awards in all their green screen glory, fear not. You can check out the event for free here https://www.egi.co.uk/tech-awards/ and find a full list of winners. 

Also on this week's podcast, Wright is joined by HB Reavis UK chief executive Steven Skinner and Stefan Schmidt, Symbiosy solutions manager for HB Reavis to discuss the developer's plans to launch a "ready to work" portfolio of office spaces in response to businesses' evolving needs post-pandemic. 

Combining a tech platform with physical flexibility the company will launch the new concept at its 145,000sq ft Bloom Clerkenwell site, EC1, in the new year to encourage forms to return safely to offices. 

For more check out the story here https://www.egi.co.uk/news/hb-reavis-to-help-office-occupiers-get-back-to-work/  and tune into this week's  podcast. 

Future of Real Estate: What will the next decade deliver?

In a major new report on Real Estate in the 2020s, EG and Radius analysts James Child and Graham Shone ask how this sector can be a catalyst for UK plc’s recovery. They join Damian Wild to discuss the futures of work, cities and the high street. And they talk about whether recent soundbites and adverts encouraging a return to the office will do more to hinder, than help, the cause.

Shaping Swansea

Swansea Council is seeking a long-term development and investment partner to become part of the city’s £1bn regeneration story. Join EG as editor-in-chief Damian Wild interviews Swansea Council to find out more.

How changing work patterns could alter the way we live forever, virtual awards and holding out for a hero in EG's 'back to school' episode of We're Still Here

In this episode of We're Still Here, host Emily Wright is joined by a quarantining Sam McClary for EG's very own "September Issue" of this popular podcast. 

A back to school special if you will, the duo reflect on a somewhat strange summer before looking firmly ahead to the future as EG, and the real estate sector, gears up for autumn. 

First up, it's the EG Tech Awards. Now in their third year they are not to be missed and, frankly, there is no excuse this year as they will be hosted virtually on September 10th between 4pm and 5pm GMT.  Never one to shy away from practising what it preaches, EG has worked hard over the last few months to innovate and bring guests and finalists the very best virtual awards experience possible. From pre-event networking to international partners and a fully immersive experience, this year's event is set to be one of the best. 

We would love to see as many of you there as possible. It's free to attend and you can register here https://bit.ly/32ywLea. We will be supporting the charity Black Minds Matter UK at this year's event and for more information on how you can donate please check out our fundraising page here https://oxfordshire.enthuse.com/pf/eg-tech-awards-8bfa6. 

Also on this week's podcast we looked event further ahead to the EG Awards later in the year and announced an extension for anyone looking to enter our new Superhero Award category. Details on how to enter can be found here https://www.egi.co.uk/eg-awards-2020/eg-awards-2020-categories/. 

For all of this plus a round-up of the other exciting plans we have for the autumn plus an overview of how changing working patterns could alter the way we live forever, make sure you tune in to this week's episode of We're Still Here for more. 

What’s the new normal for property management?

Many roles in real estate have shifted over recent years – but arguably few have seen a change in perception and importance equal to that of the property manager.

In this roundtable discussion, we look at the ways in which property managers are driving change. We’ll also explore some of the difficulties they face, and the ways in which technology, automation and digital communication can provide a platform for ongoing success.

Joining EG deputy editor Tim Burke are:

Charlotte Crawley, culture and experience director, Navana Property Group 
Alexandra Finlayson, partner, Vail Williams
James Goldsmith, head of Leasing, AXA Investment Managers
Colin O’Reilly, sales director – investor solutions, MRI Software

Bricks & Mortar: The Land Collective’s Sarah Hayford on inspiring the next generation

This week’s Bricks & Mortar sees EG’s Sarah Jackman catch up with Sarah Hayford, assistant estate surveyor at Wasabi Sushi & Bento and founder of the Land Collective: “a holistic content-led platform that wants to inspire and engage the new generation to set their sights on the built environment career-wise or as a commercial awareness tool.”

 

Launched initially three years ago, Sarah reflects on how engagement with the platform has grown and what resonates with its users. She discusses how it has expanded to include speaking engagements to raise the profile of real estate as a sector and a career in schools, colleges and universities and why bridging the knowledge gap is “really fulfilling”.

 

She explains how she’s always seeking to add value – particularly at this turbulent time – and details her plans to expand the Land Collective’s reach to include a virtual internship programme.

Can real estate brighten the forecast for seaside towns?

On this week’s We’re Still Here podcast, EG deputy editor Tim Burke and head of retail and industrial research James Child discuss the challenges and opportunities facing the UK’s seaside towns.

As some of us have the chance for a trip to the coast with lockdown restrictions easing, the economies of seaside towns nonetheless face many challenges. What role and responsibilities does the real estate industry have in driving their regeneration? What fresh pressures does the coronavirus pandemic bring? And, above all, which coastal towns do Tim and James pick as their top spots for a break?

For more on this topic, you can download the report Turning the Tide: Seaside Regeneration  from EG and Radius Data Exchange here: https://secureforms.egi.co.uk/EG9HJ-turning-the-tide