Fisher German Talks

Jan 23 2025 34 ep. 36 mins 14

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Fisher German Talks is a podcast that brings you the most important conversations in property and surveying. We talk about the latest trends in property development, diving deep into how sustainable practices can transform the industry. We talk about the integration of innovative, energy-efficient technologies in property management, showcasing real-world applications and benefits. We talk about the journey to achieving net-zero carbon goals, sharing expert insights and strategies that make a real difference. Fisher German, with nearly 200 years of experience, offers extensive property services in sectors like commercial, infrastructure, and residential through their 800 professionals across 26 offices. At the forefront of the 'Green Property' revolution, they guide clients in sustainable practices, including Net Zero goals and green energy, aiding in both immediate and long-term property planning. These practices are constantly changing, so join us here, to stay ahead of the game. Subscribe to the show so you don’t miss an episode

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How to create memorable living spaces

Jan 23 2025 44 mins

The interior of a home helps with the saleability of the property, arguably more than anything else. The interior design, especially of a new build, is hard to get right – but it’s vital. So how does the industry approach this challenge?To find out, Ellie Lockwood, Southern Regional New Homes Manager at Fisher German, and Ella Pearson, Head of New Homes, sit down on the stateme

Concrete Innovation: changing the game with Overpipe

Jan 09 2025 28 mins

Traditional concrete solutions have long dominated the underground infrastructure industry, but growing environmental concerns and the need for innovation are driving change. In this episode of Fisher German Talks, Sam Parton is joined by Yannick Joubeaux, CEO of Overpipe, to discuss how their high-density polyethylene (HDPE) plates and mesh are transforming asset protection.Y

The importance of long-term thinking in business

Aug 16 2024 48 mins

Short-term decision making has dominated economic, environmental and social governance in recent years. Economic decisions in particular have appeared to be made without proper long-term foresight. In this episode of Fisher German talks, we highlight the importance of thinking long-term when you’re planning a sustainable business. Here’s how to plan effectively for the future.

What does the future hold for the office space?

Aug 02 2024 29 mins

In the four years since the COVID pandemic, we've seen huge changes in demand for office space, as well as a shift in expectations from employees. Companies are having to adapt to rapid evolution in how they plan, manage and utilise offices. What does the future hold? What can owners and occupiers expect to see in the coming years? To answer this, Charles Warrack, Partner at Fis

How will Local Nature Recovery Strategies impact landowners?

Jul 26 2024 45 mins

As part of the Environmental Act of 2021, regions in the UK must adhere to the Local Nature Recovery Strategy, a plan for environmental conservation. Divided into 48 geographical sections, each LNRS will be tailored to its specific area and contain a local habitat map and a written statement of biodiversity priorities. What does this mean for landowners and what are the plans for t

What you can and can’t do with listed buildings

Jul 19 2024 41 mins

Many of the buildings in the UK are classified legally as ‘listed’ – which means they’re legally protected due to their historic or architectural significance. Managing, preserving and improving these listed buildings requires adherence to strict regulations surrounding something called LBC (Listed Building Consent). Thomas Blake, Partner at Fisher German, is joined by Sc

The shed market is evolving rapidly. What’s driving the change?

Jul 12 2024 33 mins

The warehouse market, often referred to as the ‘shed market’, is well-known for being fairly traditional. Historically, leases operate on a minimum 5-year basis, but could all that be about to change? Is flexibility coming to the shed market? There’s a lot of talk at the moment around mixed-use developments that combine logistics and residential spaces; the combination can tr

Diversifying a rural business into a community-focused wellness hub: how Watersedge are doing it.

May 24 2024 35 mins

We last discussed Diversification on this podcast in November 2022, where we looked at the opportunities for landowners to add additional revenue streams to rural property. Inflation was then, and still is, creating a huge amount of risk for rural businesses. Diversification is a way to offset that risk. So, in this episode, host Ellie Savage sits down with Emily and Sophy, creato

The Key To A Successful Country Home Sale

May 10 2024 25 mins

Matthew Allen and Richard Gadd are joined by Adam Saunby, Senior Associate at Forsters LLP, to analyse the rural property market. Economic uncertainties and inflation pressures are causing a cautious start to the year, but there’s been a variable supply in rural properties across different regions. Some have seen noticeable increases. Adam highlights the importance of thorough

Birmingham Special - Episode 3: The Future

Feb 15 2024 47 mins

Focusing on Birmingham's ongoing transformation under the "Big City Plan," this episode features insights from Philip Nell and Dav Bansal. They outline the vision for the city's future, emphasizing sustainable development, zero carbon goals, and the balance between financial returns and social value in city planning. The discussion also highlights the role of landmark architecture