Tuesday, 28 March, 2023 - 15:54
Build-to-rent needs a rebrand
A leading property expert says the industry needs to reposition itself to make it more attractive to consumers.
Urbis is a professional consulting firm operating in Australia, Asia and the Middle East advising on the use, development, investment and governance of property, cities and communities in the built, economic and social environments.
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3rd | - | Rowe Group | 22 |
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Planning Solutions Australia | 22 |
5th | - | Urbis | 16 |
6th | - | Hatch Urban Solutions | 12 |
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CLE Town Planning + Design | 10 |
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6th | - | REALMstudios | 4 |
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GHD Design | 2 |
10th | - | Urbis | 4 |
9th | - | Josh Byrne & Associates | 3 |
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4th | Element Advisory | 75 | |
5th | Hames Sharley | 78 | |
6th | Urbis | 55 | |
7th | Harley Dykstra | 40 | |
8th | Rowe Group | 40 |
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A leading property expert says the industry needs to reposition itself to make it more attractive to consumers.
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Urbis is included in 2 lists - Town & Regional Planners and Landscape Architects.