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Retail Parks: A Resilient Retail Format Entering a New Phase of Transformation
After two decades of rapid expansion, retail parks are entering a new phase of maturity. As new developments slow, growth is increasingly driven by extensions, refurbishments and the redevelopment of existing retail areas. Supported by strong leasing fundamentals, a more diversified tenant mix and sustained investor demand, retail parks continue to demonstrate their ability to adapt to changing retailer strategies, consumer expectations and territorial challenges.
Laurence Bouard • June 04, 2026
Cushman & Wakefield Investment Atlas identifies leading European real estate markets for investment opportunities
According to Cushman & Wakefield, the UK, Germany and France top the list of European commercial real estate markets with the best opportunities for investors.
Lauren Joselyn • November 06, 2024
From stone to algorithm: the renewal of the data center in the age of AI
Cushman & Wakefield’s latest study highlights the profound transformation of data centers driven by generative artificial intelligence. The global market is expected to more than double by 2030, fueled by surging computing demand, particularly for inference workloads and large language models.
While the United States remains the dominant market, Europe and Asia-Pacific are rapidly expanding their development pipelines. AI-related demand could account for up to 90% of total data center usage by 2030.
France stands out thanks to its low-carbon energy mix and strong nuclear capacity, reinforcing its strategic role in Europe, with Paris emerging as a leading hub. Data centers are increasingly seen as a hybrid asset class between real estate and infrastructure, attracting growing investment flows projected to exceed €90 billion in France by 2035.
Laurence Bouard • May 11, 2026
Paul Andriot PhD joins Cushman Wakefield France Research Department
Cushman & Wakefield France announces the arrival of Paul Andriot, PhD, as Senior Research Analyst within the Research France team supervised by Christelle Bastard, Head of Research France.
With 10 years of experience in Research & Development in the real estate sector, Paul Andriot will be responsible for carrying out studies relating to the French investment market, all asset classes, and will position himself as the preferred Research contact for alternative real estate (residential, including managed, and healthcare mainly).
This appointment confirms Cushman & Wakefield's ambition to provide its clients and teams with the best skills in order to produce the most advanced studies on the market.
"I am delighted to welcome Paul to the Research France department. His recruitment will allow us to strengthen our study offering and assert our leading position in the production of high value-added analyses" emphasizes Pascale Philippe, Head of Business Development Services France.
Paul holds a PhD from Paris Dauphine PSL University.
After starting his career as a Capital Markets analyst at Crédit Mutuel ARKEA, Paul specialized in Research & Development where he actively contributed for 5 years to the design of valuation models for all types of real estate assets at the REAL QUALITY RATING rating agency. He then moved to Spatialzr where Paul developed a geographic analysis model for real estate investors.
October 29, 2024
the lifecycle of logistics warehouses
Cushman & Wakefield releases a groundbreaking study on the lifecycle of logistics warehouses in France. With rising technical, regulatory, and ESG standards, nearly half of the warehouse stock may require upgrades. Obsolescence is categorized into five types: structural, technical, regulatory, geographical, and economic. The study highlights three strategies to manage long-term value: anticipate, sustain, and transform assets. Three case studies (BARJANE, PANATTONI, LOGICOR) showcase these strategies through construction, renovation, and densification projects. The goal is to extend warehouse lifespan and value while meeting evolving market demands.
Laurence Bouard • March 31, 2026
Christian Dubois • May 06, 2026
