CB Richard Ellis (CBRE) and Countrywide have agreed to combine the resources of Countrywide with CBRE’s capability in residential-led mixed-use development.

The agreement launches this month and is an extension of CBRE’s relationship with Hamptons International, which will now include Countrywide’s 1,300 offices and dedicated teams of land advisers, financial services consultants, new build and social housing specialists.

Countrywide will deliver all-round project marketing services including advice on all aspects of sales, rental, investment, financial and property management for new houses and apartments, using its high street infrastructure to maximise CBRE’s unit sales capabilities.

Martin Samworth, managing director of CB Richard Ellis UK, said: “This agreement with Countrywide is part of our core strategy to expand our presence in the residential market. Through our residential business