Trellick Tower is one of the most iconic buildings in North Kensington, home to 217 flats. The property was designed by Erno Goldfinger, a Hungarian architect and key member of the Modernist movement. It was finished in 1972, a time when taller tower blocks had dipped in popularity. Surprisingly it became a beloved design and earned Grade II* listed status in 1998. Continue reading →

Over the past five years the number of investors exploring the investment properties Hounslow has to offer has risen substantially. It is not just people in the domestic sector either; businesses have also been making investments and expanding their presence in the area. Continue reading →

Earlier in 2017 the London Borough of Havering held informal discussions regarding landlord licensing. They have followed this up by launching a formal consultation on two proposals for additional licenses. The aim is to get opinions from landlords, tenants, local residents, and other parties who may have an interest. These views will help to shape the plan moving forward. The consultation will be open until July 28th. Continue reading →

In 2013 Taberner House in Croydon town centre became vacant. The building had been the long term home of the main offices of the Borough Council but they moved to a new property on an adjacent site. The building was ultimately demolished, with completion in July 2015. Since then the area has been poised for redevelopment. This took a big step forward earlier in May when the property developer Hub were granted planning permission. Continue reading →

A recent news story showcased just how important it is to choose the right property management in the City of Westminster. Both the landlord and the company managing the properties have a responsibility to ensure that the homes are safe for habitation. If they fail to do that they could face huge fines. Continue reading →

Camden remains a very popular area to live in because of its character and the fantastic location. Residents in the rental sector may also be pleased to learn that the Council is one of six to sign up to a scheme piloted by the Mayor of London. The new database will name and shame landlords and letting agents that don’t meet the highest standards. Continue reading →

The latest house price index from Rightmove shows that modest growth across London has pushed the average value to a new high of £650,000. In the past twelve months the average home in the capital has added just 0.9% to its price. Some areas have done much better than this though. Continue reading →

In February Barking and Dagenham Council was praised for the number of new private rental homes they had seen built in the area. The 621 created on the Gascoigne estate as part of the Reside scheme are the most in any area in the capital. With 200 more under construction and set to be finished early in 2018, the area is definitely leading the way and helping to address supply issues. Continue reading →

On Friday 5th May British Land revealed their revised masterplan for the Canada Water development in Southwark. The plans required some changes following feedback from residents and other important stakeholders. The 46 acre project is huge and the plan must be right before it secures planning permission. Continue reading →

Land Registry Data for February 2017 show that the volume of property transactions in 3 popular London Boroughs was surprisingly low. This is an indication that owners are happier to hold on to properties and either lease them out or leave them empty as they wait for prices to rise. Continue reading →