The 2030 Asset Risk: Why Material Intelligence is London’s New Competitive Edge.

The 2030 Asset Risk: Why Material Intelligence is London’s New Competitive Edge.

In 2026, the "eco-friendly" label has been retired. In its place is a hard-edged regulatory reality: the London Plan’s Policy SI2. High-end design is now inseparable from carbon performance. Meeting London's mandates doesn't require a compromise on luxury; it requires a strategic Material Evolution that elevates asset value while stripping out carbon liability.

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26th February, 2026 | Remarcable

In 2026, the "eco-friendly" label has been retired. In its place is a hard-edged regulatory reality: the London Plan?s Policy SI2. For the city's developers and CEOs, the Mayor?s 2030 Net-Zero mandate is no longer a distant target; it is a live balance-sheet risk.

At Remarcable Design, our presence at this year?s Surface Design Show in Islington confirmed what we have been advising our clients for months: high-end design is now inseparable from carbon performance. We aren't just selecting finishes; we are future-proofing portfolios. Meeting London's mandates doesn't require a compromise on luxury; it requires a strategic Material Evolution that elevates asset value while stripping out carbon liability.

Below, we break down how we are translating these mandates into strategic advantages for our commercial, healthcare, and residential partners.

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