RICS Newsletter - 21 September 2023

Explore the latest from RICS, including Belgian architecture, events and conferences, and news from Modus and Journals.

Latest from RICS

?? Looking for commercial surveyors?

Find regulated and non-regulated surveyors across the UK to help manage your commercial surveying needs.

Get access to a range of expertise, guidance and information, as well as factsheets and guides on land, construction, valuation, legal and finance, and property management.

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?? Fashion forward: asset management for a ￡5bn portfolio

You don’t have to be a dedicated follower of fashion to manage retail assets in West London, but you do need to find ways to retrofit old buildings to be more sustainable.

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Get Involved

?? Give your feedback on the newly developed Property Agency and Management Principles

RICS is inviting feedback on the newly developed Property and Agency Management principles covering residential, commercial and mixed-use property.

Reflecting the changing nature of real estate and the work carried out by RICS members, the principles aim to create a more succinct set of global requirements that cover best practice in working with clients and managing business and staff.

Give your feedback today.

?? Global Building Conservation Conference

27 September | 08:00 – 17:30 BST | Online

Last week to secure your spot! Join us as we come together as a global community committed to protecting our built heritage.

Featuring a speaker line-up of leading experts across the globe, discover the myriad challenges that building surveyors face in restoring and preserving our architectural treasures. Hear first-hand about the effects of climate change and innovative sustainable practices through real-world case studies.

?? RICS-REDAS Singapore Smart Buildings Conference

1 November | 08:30 - 17:00 SGT | Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel, Singapore

Returning for its 6th year, this face-to-face event will provide the latest technological innovations and emerging trends, while exploring the benefits of integrating smart building features.

Join us and connect with industry professionals, policymakers, and thought leaders to foster collaborations and work towards a sustainable, resilient, and net-zero future for our built environment.

?? RICS World Built Environment Forum - Europe

19 – 20 October 2023 | Procuratie Vecchie, Piazza San Marco, Venice, Italy

Join experts at the World Built Environment Forum – Europe for a thought-provoking discussion, focusing on the new challenges and opportunities for the built environment sector.

Our panel of sector leaders will openly discuss recent legislative changes, sector collaboration, and key factors to consider in achieving a sustainable, resilient, and prosperous Europe.

Secure your spot.

?? RICS Continued Professional Development (CPD) Support Pack

RICS Members and Candidates enjoy complimentary access to essential resources, content, and networking opportunities - ensuring compliance and keeping up to date.

The CPD Support Pack offers comprehensive content to fulfil CPD obligations and enhance professional competency, saving time and enabling professional growth.

Access the pack here.

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?? Belgian houses: beauty is in the eye of the brick holder

Belgium is renowned for its uniquely designed homes, but this trend for peculiar properties may not last when planning regulations change

Read more with #RICSModus.

?? Industry aims to encourage mass timber take-up

Despite its numerous advantages, mass timber faces resistance from insurers mindful of the fire risks it poses. How can construction overcome this reluctance and enable the material's wider use?

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