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La Sagrada Familia: The epitome of design and construction

La Sagrada Familia: The epitome of design and construction

The Sagrada Familia is simultaneously an unfinished building that has been under construction for almost 140 years, an iconic building that stands as a symbol for an entire city, and a spiritual building that is arguably the most impressive place of worship on the planet. Read its story here.
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The Top 10 Most Expensive Cities to Buy Property in the World

The Top 10 Most Expensive Cities to Buy Property in the World

The position of a property determines its value more than any other asset, and the most valuable position of them all, is the city. Here’s our lowdown of the top 10 and their average property prices.
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Seven Key Skills for a Facilities Manager

Seven Key Skills for a Facilities Manager

From relationship-building to project management, see the range of strengths and core skills facilities managers must have to be successful in their careers below.
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7 of the most expensive infrastructure projects of all time

7 of the most expensive infrastructure projects of all time

The advancement of technology and the ambition of mankind have enabled the constant evolution of infrastructure. Great ambition, however, often comes at an even greater price. Here are seven of the most expensive infrastructure projects in the world.
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Five of the best designed cities in the world

Five of the best designed cities in the world

Cities are places that are centred around its people. An expertly constructed city is innovative in aesthetics, sustainability, and architecture. See our examples of some of the world's best here.
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Seven Key Skills for an Asset Manager

Seven Key Skills for an Asset Manager

The move from property management to asset management is often seen as a natural one and something many professionals are looking to action. See our 7 key traits for an Asset Manager to have.
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The Five Oldest Banks in the World

The Five Oldest Banks in the World

Banking institutions have been founded all over the world since the 1400s, with some of the oldest banks and their stories of development over hundreds of years featured in this piece.
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Man-Made: Best man-made beaches in the world

Man-Made: Best man-made beaches in the world

Man-made beaches show that you really can beat mother nature at her own game. See some of the most impressive examples developed all round the world in this piece.
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