David Thomas
Partner and LLP Member
Occupier AdvisoryReading
––Heathrow
––For the past 25 years, David has specialised in commercial property advice, workplace consultancy and strategic location analysis, to align clients’ property strategies with their corporate strategy.
He is known for his analytical skills and for not being afraid to challenge a client on their strategy in order to save them more money.
David regularly writes thought leadership articles on property acquisition, getting premises right for your business, and workplace trends.
David has experience across the UK including Central London, Manchester, Leeds, Glasgow, Cardiff Southampton and all locations in between,
He gained a 1st class honours in Land Management from University of Reading, is a member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors and is the Licensed Chairman of APC Assessors.
Key Skills
- Commercial property consultancy
- Corporate real estate services
- Corporate real estate management
- Workplace consultancy
- Strategic location strategy and analysis
- Cash flow analysis
- Commercial property acquisition
- Transaction management
How to improve EPC Ratings for commercial premises
Development of sustainable real estate has never been so important, particularly with the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) regulations in mind.
Urban regeneration: What is needed to turn the tide on terminal retail decline?
High streets form a vital part of our towns and cities, providing everything from cultural and community space to bricks and mortar for local businesses to operate from. Yet our urban centres continue to remain in a period of post-pandemic recovery.
Powering up: Top 5 things to think about when installing EV Charging facilities
In March 2022, the UK’s public EV charging network was given a huge boost as the Government committed to a ten-fold expansion in charge points by 2030, to meet growing demand with a £1.6bn investment in the UK charging network.
Positive progress as latest carbon emissions report published
Today we have published our annual carbon emissions report for 2023, as we continue on our journey towards net zero by 2030.
Podcast: The key role of the property industry in driving sustainable change
We were delighted to be asked to take part in a panel discussion on The Business Magazine’s Property Podcast recently, in association with MSP Capital.
Spring Budget: Key outcomes affecting occupiers, landlords and investors
The Spring Budget 2024 is, according to the OBR, expected to reduce inflation in 2024/25.
Beware - Not all EPCs are created equal
If Hybrid is the answer – what was the question?
Leases should be greener on the other side
Pandemic catalyses equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace through design
Commercial property has the power to boost UK’s clean energy
With the EPC regulations changing on 1 April 2023, David Thomas explores some of the opportunities occupiers and landlords could utilise.
Solar PV – shining a light on this power potential
Return to the workplace: The move from productivity paranoia to purposeful, personalised space
Energy, Sustainability & COP27 – There’s no planet B, it’s time to act
On the back of the hottest summer in Europe in 500 years, punishing spring heatwaves in Asia killing hundreds and many countries recording the highest temperatures since records began, it is clearer than ever that climate change is having a devastating impact on the planet.
Looking to the future – A nine-point plan to help your business embrace hybrid working
After the last two years, businesses continue to broach how best to return to the office, approaching it in a variety of ways with varying results.
Thames Valley Property Report: Q1 2022
Whilst Omicron slowed office activity towards the end of 2021, take up levels have been normalising in Q1.
Senior appointments bolster Vail Williams’ Thames Valley team
Property consultancy Vail Williams has appointed two experienced recruits to senior roles in its Thames Valley office.
Vail Williams relocating to Reading town centre
Property consultancy Vail Williams is relocating its Thames Valley office to Reading town centre.
NHS Shared Business Services take lease at White Rose Park in significant Leeds deal
We have advised NHS Shared Business Services (NHS SBS) on the acquisition of new office premises in significant office deal in Leeds.
COP26: Why it’s good for landlords and occupiers to talk
All eyes have been on Glasgow this month, as the 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) has taken place.
Autumn Budget: Impact on occupiers, investors developers and landlords
There were very few surprises in this year’s Autumn Budget – indeed, a lot of it had been leaked to the press in the days prior, much to the Speaker’s disgust.
What can we expect from this week’s Autumn Budget and Spending Review?
Whilst Chancellor, Rishi Sunak, states that the economy is booming with 1.2m job vacancies and the number of people in work back to pre-Covid levels, this is yet to trickle down to businesses’ bottom lines.
The new productivity paradox and the return to the office
More and more businesses have been making a return to the workplace in recent months, with Apple to Zoom quick to issue updates in the summer, about their expectations of their employees, as they sought a widespread return to the office.
Thames Valley Property Report: Jan-Jun 2021
The first six months of 2021 saw businesses across the Thames Valley begin to rethink their future workplace strategy for a post-pandemic world.
Post-Covid recovery plan unveiled in Queen's Speech
Vail Williams appoints surveyor in Reading
Being Social, Back Strain and Britney Spears: Key considerations for your return to workplace strategy
Budget 2021: Chancellor extends furlough, self-employed support and business rates relief
Return to the office on the horizon, but are you ready?
Working from home - it's no joke!
Returning to the office – why carrots may be better than sticks
In the 20 months since the first lockdown in 2020, there have been countless predictions regarding the future of work as businesses and industry experts did their best to work out what the workplace would look like.
Thames Valley Property Report
Why a COVID-19 vaccine shouldn’t mean a return to the office of old
Bracknell office revival sees rents reach historic highs
The great office debate
To return to the workplace, or not. That is the question
Insight to help you weigh up your post-pandemic property portfolio
COVID-19 and office optimism: A report on the future of the office
Covid of Conduct
Is it too soon to write off the office?
What does a 'Covid-secure' office look like?
Working safely during coronavirus (COVID-19): advice to employers
What will happen when we return to the office after COVID-19 lockdown ends?
What will your post-pandemic property portfolio look like?
Tenant advice amid COVID-19– Improving cashflow and other practical necessities
Office ‘space’: Has the evolution of the office negatively impacted employee health?
Will COVID-19 result in a seismic shift towards home working?
Duo of appointments as Vail Williams continues Thames Valley growth trail
Climate emergency and the office of responsibility
Could tech advancements spell the death of the office?
Is it time to KonMari your office?
Reading’s Regional Magnetism
Vail Williams honoured for its commitment to people development
The co-working conundrum
Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) – how are you affected?
Productivity and the transformation of the working environment
Vail Williams EU Referendum Comment from David Thomas
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