CLIPPINGS & MUSINGS

As we head towards the end of the year there are some positive news stories to consider...

Currently the housing market and new builds look more buoyant than previously expected. Though we still have to wait for the times of recession that are just about to hit us.

This sector has a strong track record of bouncing back from shocks and knocks. However and businesses are currently evaluating their profits and their margins, and how best to tackle the financial forecasts. Home-working could once again be on the rise, not just because of the football but as it will greatly help to reduce overheads.

It is inevitable that things will remain uncertain for some time in this new Dickensian era we keep hearing about. We are extremely resilient however and there are those out there who have clear vision on how to weather this particular storm.

We all learned to adapt through the Coronavirus epidemic and we can find ways to adapt, invest and build on the future .

At the moment, commercial property values are holding steady with a strong potential in relation to investment. Refurbishment opportunities could well be the route forward for many building companies. Technology, performance and trends, greatly influence many aspects of the glazing industry with design remaining a focal aspect. Whether a modern, new-build or the redevelopment of a listed property modern design and manufacturing methods are playing their part and it matters.

At the moment, the fenestration landscape is evolving - Instagram, Facebook, Twitter or Pinterest are now the forces shaping the business awareness of our customers. The positive is, that it does give all of us more control over what we are saying or when we are achieving successes.

Commercial design faces new challenges when it comes to making a statement. Whether it is a striking engineering project, new skyscraper or the redevelopment of a hotel spa chain, design remains a fundamental aspect for the sector as it must accommodate the expectations of modern inhabitants.