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Head of Development & Strategic Advisory, UK • United Kingdom

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Keith Hardman

Head of Development & Strategic Advisory, UK • United Kingdom


Keith leads Cushman and Wakefield’s 90-strong UK Development and Strategic Advisory Services, which forms part of the UK Specialist Markets Division.

He has a background in investment and development funding and specialises in the viability, formulation and execution of delivery strategies, involving partnering and procurement arrangements for complex, commercial and mixed-use development projects. Keith brings a breadth of experience spanning 35 years, advising a range of Public and Private Sector clients on projects with a combined GDV in excess of £6bn.

Services

Development
There are now five economic factors of production - Labour, Land, Capital, Entrepreneurship, and Data. At Cushman & Wakefield, we understand the significance of each to generating successful outcomes in real estate development.
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Planning I Development

Our Planning team pairs strategic insight of the planning process with local, ‘boots-on-the-ground’ intelligence to give our clients the real benefit of a truly national platform.

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Places

Urban places are the powerhouse of the UK economy, presenting both challenges and opportunities for those undertaking or planning property development and regeneration.

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Residential Development

We assist landowners, developers, investors and private individuals identify the development challenges and opportunities presented by the evolving marketplace for residential property.

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Offices and Industrial I Development

Our Offices and Industrial development team brings together Cushman & Wakefield's collective expertise to support developers, funders, landowners, investors and the public sector, in the sale, funding, repositioning and enhancement of industrial and office space.

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Office & Business Space

Cushman & Wakefield is a leading advisor to occupiers, investors and developers of office space across the UK & Ireland.

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Life Sciences Real Estate Services
We help life science companies create flexible real estate strategies to attract and retain top talent, while managing efficiency and costs.
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Legal

Prepare for what’s next by fine-tuning your real estate portfolio strategies with our Legal Sector experts.

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Energy and Infrastructure

The total value of the energy and infrastructure sectors is larger than the whole of UK commercial property, with investment into infrastructure assets forecast* to hit £600bn over the next 10 years. *Infrastructure Projects Authority

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Alternatives
Investing in the UK property market beyond the three main sectors: offices, retail and industrial – means diversifying into hotels, student living, retirement living, residential, healthcare, data centre, self-storage and automotive sectors.
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Data Centres

As the digital economy continues to expand, the data centres supporting its growth are racing to keep pace with demand.

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Equity, Debt & Structured Finance

In an increasingly competitive and complex environment for real estate investment, financing structures and deal terms that maximise value are more important than ever. With deep domain expertise in financing and a strong track record of completing transactions at exceptional terms, Cushman & Wakefield can help you find the right solution.

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What's new

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Cushman & Wakefield Welcomes Lease Advisory Partner

Real estate services firm Cushman & Wakefield has announced the appointment of Rupert Bridgman as a Partner to its UK Lease Advisory team. 

Richard Coleman • 04/10/2024

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Cushman & Wakefield’s TIME Score Index Forecasts Investment Buying Opportunities Across All Property Sectors in Europe

Europe’s commercial real estate investment market now presents attractive buying opportunities across all sectors – including Offices – according to Cushman & Wakefield’s latest TIME Score Index, as indicators point towards a stabilisation in pricing and green shoots of recovery and growth.

03/10/2024

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Cushman & Wakefield Promotes David Gingell To Co-Head Of EMEA Equity, Debt & Structured Finance

Cushman & Wakefield has promoted David Gingell to Co-Head of its EMEA Equity, Debt & Structured Finance (ED&SF) team. 

Richard Coleman • 23/09/2024

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Cushman & Wakefield Bolsters Market-leading London Retail & Leisure Team

Global real estate advisors, Cushman & Wakefield has appointed Tors Hayward and Alice Vaughan as Associates within its Central London Retail & Leisure team. 

Richard Coleman • 20/09/2024

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Cushman & Wakefield Expands Into Egypt With Core As Exclusive Affiliate

Cushman & Wakefield has signed an exclusive affiliate agreement to deliver commercial property services in Egypt as Cushman & Wakefield Core.

Richard Coleman • 17/09/2024

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Sustainable Warehouses Command 19% Price Premium Underlining ‘Flight To Quality’ In European Logistics Investment

Logistics real estate investors are willing to pay nearly a fifth more (19%) for European warehouses with high sustainability credentials (BREEAM Very Good or above) over assets rated below that benchmark, according to Cushman & Wakefield.

Richard Coleman • 12/09/2024

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European Hotel Deal Volumes Surge To Five Year High

European hotel transactions reached a five-year high in the first half of 2024, according to new data from Cushman & Wakefield. 

Richard Coleman • 29/08/2024

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Cushman & Wakefield Announces Raft Of Associate Director, Associate, And Senior Surveyor Promotions Across UK & Ireland

Promotions are across Cushman & Wakefield’s UK&I-based business lines 

25/07/2024

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UK Hotel Investment In H1 Up 210% From H1 2023 To Nearly £4Bn

Transaction volumes in the UK hotel real estate market have significantly increased in the first half of 2024.

Richard Coleman • 22/07/2024

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Cushman & Wakefield Appoints Head of Living Land And Development

Firm continues Living sector expansion with hire of Anthony Dixon from Allsop

Richard Coleman • 01/07/2024

Insights

Elderly Care
Research

Elderly Care Real Estate Scorecard

Discover the latest insights and trends in the elderly care real estate market with the comprehensive Elderly Care Scorecard. From investment volumes to occupancy levels and cost pressures, gain valuable knowledge so you can make informed decisions and stay ahead in the industry.
Jack Kelleher • 17/10/2024
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MarketBeat

UK MarketBeat

Analyse quarterly UK commercial property activity across office, retail and industrial real estate sectors as well as the Central London residential market. Find data on supply, demand and pricing trends at the market and submarket levels.
Edward Bavister • 15/10/2024
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Article

Residential Market Commentary

Political stability following Labour’s election victory, paired with an improving economic environment, creates an optimistic outlook for the UK housing market. 
Vivienne Bolla • 02/10/2024
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MarketBeat

Hospitality Market Trends & Data

The latest hospitality market insights are based on the in-depth analysis of our extensive data sets, surveys of investors, operators and lenders and up-to-date market intelligence from our team members on-the-ground in all major European markets.

Bořivoj Vokřínek • 30/08/2024
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Article • Valuation

VAT in Dilapidations

VAT in respect of dilapidations is a complex subject with its own set of rules, regulations and case law. Opinions are usually divided, and much will depend on the circumstances.
Alex Charlesworth • 05/06/2024
2024 UK SELF STORAGE ANNUAL REPORT
Research

UK Self Storage Annual Report 2024

The Self Storage Association UK Annual Industry Report provides a comprehensive overview into the self storage sector.
Philip Macauley • 16/04/2024
2024 London moves
Research • Workplace

London Moves

As the London office market continues to evolve and adapt, the London Moves report provides a detailed analysis of the trends and shifts in 2023. It highlights the who, what, where and why of office relocations across the Capital.
Ben Cullen • 15/04/2024
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Insights • Sustainability / ESG

Complete Asset Optimisation Guide

Discover expert strategies for optimising logistics, retail, and office real estate assets. Gain insights to maximise returns and improve performance.
Andie Penman • 29/02/2024
A Life of Luxury: Perspectives from Paris
Article

A Life of Luxury: Perspectives from Paris

On a recent team work trip to meet with retailers and colleagues from our Paris office, three clear trends stood out.
Duncan Gilliard • 20/09/2023
EMEA Property Values
Research • Economy

Where Do European Property Values Go from Here?

Scenarios & Implications for Commercial Real Estate (CRE)
Sukhdeep Dhillon • 30/09/2022
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Insights • Sustainability / ESG

Sustainability Trends

Sustainability and ESG is now front of mind for landlords and occupiers; we review the latest in sustainability real estate trends.
Thomas Vazakas • 14/06/2022
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Research

Residential Development Land Report

The London residential land market has seen mixed success in recent times, whilst the South East is seeing record land values being achieved.

Charles Whitworth • 13/06/2022

UK INSIGHTS

Elderly Care
Research

Elderly Care Real Estate Scorecard

Discover the latest insights and trends in the elderly care real estate market with the comprehensive Elderly Care Scorecard. From investment volumes to occupancy levels and cost pressures, gain valuable knowledge so you can make informed decisions and stay ahead in the industry.
Jack Kelleher • 17/10/2024
London Big Ben Westminster Bridge sunset
MarketBeat

UK MarketBeat

Analyse quarterly UK commercial property activity across office, retail and industrial real estate sectors as well as the Central London residential market. Find data on supply, demand and pricing trends at the market and submarket levels.
Edward Bavister • 15/10/2024
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Research

EMEA Data Centre Market Update

Get an overview of the key EMEA data centre markets.
Andrew Fray • 15/10/2024
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Article

Residential Market Commentary

Political stability following Labour’s election victory, paired with an improving economic environment, creates an optimistic outlook for the UK housing market. 
Vivienne Bolla • 02/10/2024
pillows on hotel double bed
MarketBeat

Hospitality Market Trends & Data

The latest hospitality market insights are based on the in-depth analysis of our extensive data sets, surveys of investors, operators and lenders and up-to-date market intelligence from our team members on-the-ground in all major European markets.

Bořivoj Vokřínek • 30/08/2024
2024 London moves
Research • Workplace

London Moves

As the London office market continues to evolve and adapt, the London Moves report provides a detailed analysis of the trends and shifts in 2023. It highlights the who, what, where and why of office relocations across the Capital.
Ben Cullen • 15/04/2024
office buildings
Insights • Sustainability / ESG

Complete Asset Optimisation Guide

Discover expert strategies for optimising logistics, retail, and office real estate assets. Gain insights to maximise returns and improve performance.
Andie Penman • 29/02/2024
A Life of Luxury: Perspectives from Paris
Article

A Life of Luxury: Perspectives from Paris

On a recent team work trip to meet with retailers and colleagues from our Paris office, three clear trends stood out.
Duncan Gilliard • 20/09/2023
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Insights

The EMEA Investor Update

A regular update on the commercial real estate investment scene in Europe.
James Young • 27/10/2022
EMEA Property Values
Research • Economy

Where Do European Property Values Go from Here?

Scenarios & Implications for Commercial Real Estate (CRE)
Sukhdeep Dhillon • 30/09/2022
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Insights • Economy

UK Real Estate Market View

A regular update on the commercial real estate market in the UK.
31/05/2022
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Article

Commercial Property

Dedicated to delivering effective services in the EMEA region. 

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Battersea Power Station is an iconic 42-acre development on the south of the River Thames.
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Omnicom Europe Limited had to relocate from over ten properties into one over 4 years.

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IREEF is a flagship fund of Invesco Real Estate comprising core and value-add assets across Europe.

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Exemplar service line collaboration to deliver a new workplace for our Midlands team.
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Developing a forward-looking strategy for one of Birmingham’s prime assets.
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