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Retail Retail

Industries & Sectors

Retail & Leisure

Transforming communities through better retail strategies
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Opening a new brick-and-mortar store is more complex than ever.

The retail landscape demands precision. As consumer expectations shift and operational pressures increase, every location decision matters. Our retail advisors combine detailed market knowledge with strategic execution to help brands secure prime locations and investors optimise returns.

From high streets in Brussels and Antwerp to regional shopping centers and leisure destinations, we understand what drives performance across formats. With extensive transaction data covering points of sale across Belgium and Luxembourg, we provide the insights and execution capabilities that retail and leisure operators need to thrive.

What Sets Us Apart

Retail Strategies That Work on the Ground

Opening or repositioning retail spaces takes more than data. We combine analytics, demographic insights, and local expertise to identify opportunities that boost visibility, improve margins, and align with your brand and financial goals.

Investor Expertise Built for Change

We guide investors, landlords, and developers in acquiring, leasing, and operating top-performing retail assets. With insights on tenant demand and market trends, we help adapt to shifts and capture value through strategic repositioning.

Insights That Reveal What's Next

Retail is always evolving. Our research tracks consumer behavior, tenant strategies, and location dynamics. By merging real-time data with experience, we help clients drive change, from experiential retail to mixed-use developments.

Tailored Solutions That Deliver

Our retail specialists craft strategies tailored to your goals. Whether increasing footfall, optimising revenue, or boosting asset value, we deliver customised solutions designed for the unique dynamics of the Belgian market.

Advisors Who Think Like Retailers

Retail success needs creativity. Our teams combine entrepreneurial experience and retail expertise to help brands and landlords thrive. Connected to trends shaping the industry, we’re ready to enhance retail performance across Belgium.

Places That Perform and Belong

We create retail destinations that connect with communities. By aligning location strategies with local needs, we help occupiers and owners drive social impact, build resilience, and add long-term value in a competitive market.

Services

Investor Services


Capital Markets


Our Capital Markets team advises on retail and leisure investments across Belgium. We offer market intelligence, valuation analysis, and deal execution to help investors identify opportunities and structure transactions that optimise returns.

Learn more about our capital markets


Agency Leasing


We represent landlords to secure quality tenants for retail and leisure properties. Our specialists leverage deep market relationships to optimise rental income, reduce vacancy, and curate tenant mixes that drive footfall and asset value.

Learn more about our agency leasing services


Valuation & Advisory


Our specialists provide independent valuations and strategic advice for retail and leisure assets. We deliver market-informed analysis to support acquisition decisions, portfolio reviews, and financial reporting for confident decision-making.

Learn more about our valuation & advisory


Project & Development Services


We guide developers through retail and leisure projects. Our team offers feasibility analysis, tenant procurement strategies, and project management to ensure developments meet market demand and deliver on financial projections.

Learn more about our project development services


Sustainability Services


Our team helps retail and leisure property owners meet ESG goals while cutting operational costs. We implement energy efficiency programs and sustainability certifications to enhance asset resilience and appeal to eco-conscious tenants.


Occupier Services


Tenant Representation


We represent retail and leisure occupiers in securing locations that drive business performance. Our Tenant Representation team conducts site selection analysis, negotiates favorable lease terms, and manages transaction execution to help brands expand strategically across Belgium's retail landscape.

Learn more about our tenant representation


Location & Labour Analytics


Our Location & Labour Analytics team provides data-driven insights to help retail occupiers choose the best locations. By analysing demographic trends, consumer behavior, and workforce availability, we empower brands to make strategic, informed decisions.


Project & Development Services


Our Project & Development Services team helps occupiers with all aspects of fit-out projects. From concept to completion, we manage budgeting, design coordination, contractor selection, and on-site supervision to ensure your space is ready on time and within budget.

Learn more about our project development services


Facility Services


Our Facility Services team ensures your retail and leisure spaces operate seamlessly. From day-to-day maintenance to optimising operational efficiency, we deliver tailored solutions to keep your property running smoothly and customers satisfied. 


Sustainability Services


Our Sustainability Services team helps retail occupiers implement eco-friendly practices. We offer energy audits, sustainability certifications, and carbon footprint reduction strategies to enhance environmental performance and align with their sustainability goals.

Team

Jean Baheux
Jean Baheux

International Partner, Head of Retail Services Belgium & Luxembourg
Brussels, Belgium


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Research

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

We offer complete advisory services for businesses looking for retail units in Belgium's top high streets and shopping districts. Our support includes site selection, market analysis, lease negotiation, and transaction management. We use our large database of retail locations and extensive transaction history to find opportunities that fit your brand and budget. Our advisors know the details of Belgium's retail markets, ensuring you secure a location that performs well.

We help tenants negotiate leases that balance a great location with sustainability. Our services include finding properties with green certifications, adding green lease clauses for energy standards, and advising on eco-friendly fit-outs. We work with landlords to create leases that support tenants' green objectives while keeping rent competitive, so you can secure a prime spot without sacrificing your environmental goals.

Investors looking at retail properties in Belgium should examine the mix of tenants, location, lease terms, and potential for redevelopment. It's important to understand local spending habits, e-commerce competition, and chances to increase the property's value with new retail concepts or mixed-use designs. We offer market insights on returns, tenant demand, and local regulations to help investors make smart acquisitions.

Our Europe-wide retail knowledge helps brands and investors compare opportunities across different markets. We provide insights into consumer behavior, regulations, lease terms, and competition to guide cross-border strategies. For brands coming to Belgium, we offer specific local intelligence on what consumers want, the best locations, and how to negotiate leases. Our European network allows us to benchmark performance and share best practices for successful growth.

A strategic approach to retail property combines location planning, lease management, and store design to build business resilience. We help clients create flexible real estate portfolios that adapt to new consumer trends, adjust store layouts to local markets, and use technology to improve the customer experience. By analysing store data and consumer research, we advise on space planning that supports modern retail operations, helping retailers stay relevant and successful.

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