Journals

RICS Journals provide insights from experts across key industry issues in the built environment, construction, property and land surveying sectors

Retrofit tool aims to make historic buildings sustainable

BUILT ENVIRONMENT JOURNAL

Retrofit tool aims to make historic buildings sustainable

Opinion: While talk of heritage retrofits may conjure images of costly and invasive installations, a new hierarchy of interventions can help ensure historic buildings contribute to a sustainable future

Elizabeth Otter MRICS 02 May 2025

Lessons learned during pandemic can foster flexible and inclusive workplaces

CONSTRUCTION JOURNAL

Lessons learned during pandemic can foster flexible and inclusive workplaces

The COVID-19 pandemic radically changed working life for many, including in the built environment sector. Five years on, a people expert reflects on the lessons learned and how they can be used to improve well-being in the sector

Sarah Draper 30 April 2025

Experts identify trends and issues in forestry market

LAND JOURNAL

Experts identify trends and issues in forestry market

Although forestry has tended to represent a sound investment since the turn of the century, sector representatives at a recent webinar explained how the market has become more uncertain of late

Fiona Mannix 01 May 2025

How can commercial SMEs be encouraged to use surveyors?

PROPERTY JOURNAL

How can commercial SMEs be encouraged to use surveyors?

Smaller commercial tenants can make big savings on rent by hiring surveyors, but are deterred by a lack of understanding and fear of costs – putting them at a disadvantage in lease negotiations

Ola Alade MRICS 02 May 2025