The Facilities Manager and the Speculative Developer: OR THE STORY OF HOW THE BOOT WAS PUT ON THE OTHER FOOT

Looks at the effect of the recession on speculative office development and states that although London may be suffering more than the cities further north, steps should be taken to ensure that any property developments are built with future changes in mind. Discusses the valuable assets of property and includes a table of rental prices across the country to strengthen this point. Sums up by suggesting that,in an occupier′s market, facilities managers can help to influence the design of buildings with specification and detailing.