The drive for money

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The local authorities in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, England, are trying to revive the retail market in the town centre by purchasing 5 acres of land. They are hoping to make an joint agreement with a development company and build a mixed use development of offices, retail and leisure outlets. Watford, Hertfordshire, has become a favoured destination for leisure operators. The 20 million pounds sterling retail centre on the outskirts of Watford opens in 2000. The retail market in nearby towns, such as St Albans and Rickmansworth are adversely affected by the popularity of Watford.

Retail Trade, Hertfordshire, England

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Function before form

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Some industry experts suggest office design will need to be more flexible, in order to facilitate the changing needs of business. Others point out the development of new technologies will lead to less space being required in office buildings. Home working has not been been taken up by many firms even though they have the technology. Some observers point out the cost of a building, for occupiers, remains the most important factor. Environmental groups are calling for the UK government to reward companies which are taking on environmental issues in the design of their workplace.

Office Buildings, Design and construction, Office construction, Office layout

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On the right track?

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Some observers suggest the completion of the Tramlink in 1999, will help improve the demand for offices in Croydon, London, England but demand for space is predicted to fall in 1998. Richardson Developments have purchased Grants department store which has been empty for several years. Swan Hill had planned to renovate the building into a 35 million pounds sterling leisure and retail complex but they decided not to go ahead. An unused site near East Croydon train station is being fought over by two developers who both want to build a leisure development on the 7.7 acre site.

Retail Stores, Recreational Buildings, Planning, Construction, Buildings and facilities, Recreational facilities, Croydon, England, Urban land use

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