A NEW autonomous robot called Bob has started work at the offices of security firm G4S. Bob is able to map and navigate the offices he has been employed to patrol. His tasks include monitoring the environment, checking doors are … Continue reading
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A REVAMP has been completed of a 19th century chapel which was famously turned into recording studios in the 1980s before becoming office space. The Castlefield Congressional Chapel in Manchester’s Deansgate was converted into a recording studio in the 80s and was … Continue reading
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THE TALLEST building in the City of London has been renamed as Salesforce London Tower. The naming rights to what has previously been called the Heron Tower were part of a tenancy deal which sees the CRM company Salesforce.com take … Continue reading
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LONDON’s iconic Shard skyscraper was struck by lightning today creating incredible images caught on camera and film. The stunning moment came this afternoon when a electrical storm moved across the capital. A picture of lightning strike was posted to twitter … Continue reading
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THE LATEST London Crane Survey by Deloitte says that office construction is down 5% over the last six months. With the slowdown on new office starts in the capital, there is currently the lowest level of available space for six … Continue reading
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DEMAND for office space in Birmingham could exceed 800,000 sq ft per year over the next decade, a new report says. Independent property consultants GVA have produced the Birmingham Future Office Demand report which examines the perceived requirement of occupiers … Continue reading
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London’s “Walkie Talkie” skyscraper is to get a new sun shade installed. The distinctive new office building Fenchurch Street in the City of London hit the headlines last year when power reflections of the sun melted car parks on streets … Continue reading
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ORTHODONTIC solutions company Nimrodental has let over 8,000 sq ft of office space in 350 Euston Road, meaning it’s now fully let. It’s a reletting of the third floor space after landlords British Land took back the space from the … Continue reading
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THE GHERKIN in the City of London has gone in to receivership, it has been announced. The move was forced by creditors of the iconic building, which has become one of the most popular additions to London’s skyline over the … Continue reading
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A CLERKENWELL warehouse that has been used for many Hollywood movies will be turned in to new offices. The Planning Committee at Islington Council approved the plans to convert the Grade-II listed Farmiloe building in St John Street. 3,000 sq … Continue reading
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