In response to Aviva Investors’ report that shows demand for offices in London is the highest in Europe, Steven Charlton, managing director of the London studio of architects Perkins and Will, commented:
“Today’s report from Aviva Investors shows that office demand in London is the highest in Europe, with long term rental growth set to outstrip global cities such as Dublin and Frankfurt. Not only does this show the continued confidence in London from both domestic and international companies despite Brexit, it also highlights the strength of London’s offering to employers and employees. An abundance of amenities, great public spaces, a reliable transport network and office spaces that are amenable and flexible to the needs of modern business.”
“To continue enjoying such high demand, London must ensure that new developments are tied into wider masterplans and urban designs. The success of a single office building is deeply connected to the surrounding environment and the network that offers business. Bringing more workspace to the market is important, but it must be the right space – intuitive to future business needs and embedded within a wider urban offering.”
