ESG In Property Podcast

Hello, hello, hello! In this episode of The ESG in Property Podcast, Adam Hinds and Jordan Relfe, co-founders of LifeProven, speak with visionary brothers Tom and James Teatum, founders of Noiascape—a London-based developer and operator dedicated to redefining modern urban living. Noiascape thoughtfully integrates private spaces with communal areas to foster meaningful social interactions, resulting in significant demand and waiting lists of up to two years for their developments. Listen in as we discuss how Noiascape is reshaping residential spaces, promoting genuine community connections, and thoughtfully responding to the changing lifestyles of urban dwellers. Episode Overview: Tom and James Teatum share their distinctive philosophy of urban living, highlighting the importance of blending personal spaces with communal interaction to build vibrant communities. Drawing from their manifesto and practical experience, they explain how thoughtful architectural design and operational management are central to their developments' success. About Our Guests: Tom and James Teatum transitioned from careers in architecture to becoming developers and operators after recognising the limitations of conventional residential offerings. Influenced by their family's construction background and inspired by renowned architects like Richard Rogers, they founded Noiascape with a clear ambition: to create thoughtfully designed living environments that facilitate authentic connections and cultural experiences. Their approach prioritises design excellence and meaningful operational management, setting a new standard for urban residential spaces. Key Topics Explored: • Philosophy of Space and Connection: Tom and James share their belief that cities thrive on interactions happening in the spaces between buildings. They discuss Noiascape's practical strategies to encourage spontaneous social engagement and stronger community ties. • Enabling Cultural Expression: Discover how Noiascape actively integrates cultural activities into their developments, supporting emerging artists and enriching community life through events, exhibitions, and creative opportunities. • Environmental Approach in Practice: The conversation covers Noiascape's practical environmental strategies, including high-performance insulation, renewable energy systems, and intelligent technology designed to reduce energy consumption through everyday living rituals. • Operational Excellence and Future Vision: Tom and James discuss how strategic investment in operational experiences directly impacts resident satisfaction and retention. They outline their plans to scale their innovative approach beyond London, emphasising the importance of collaboration with investment partners who align with their values and vision for community-focused urban development. Join Us & Learn More: Tune in to discover Noiascape’s distinctive model and their thoughtful response to contemporary urban housing challenges. Essential listening for anyone interested in innovative real estate development, community-building strategies, and the future of city living. Listen now to gain a deeper understanding of the vision behind Noiascape.

How do you transform underused sites into thriving, sustainable communities? In this episode of The ESG in Property Podcast, Robert Sloss, CEO of HUB, joins Adam Hinds and Jordan Relfe to discuss HUB’s approach to Build to-Rent co-living, urban regeneration, and long-term investment. He shares insights on navigating market cycles, unlocking challenging sites, and delivering high-quality homes that create lasting social impact. Topics Covered in This Episode 1. Lessons from Market Cycles: • How the early ‘90s property downturn shaped Robert’s approach to long-term development • The impact of interest rates and economic shifts on real estate • Why developers need to think beyond short-term market trends 2. Regeneration, Investment, and Development Strategy: • HUB’s approach to town centre regeneration and working with local stakeholders • The benefits and challenges of converting office buildings into residential homes, as seen in Cornerstone at the Barbican • Why HUB is investing in cross-laminated timber (CLT) for office buildings, including at One Maidenhead • The role of Build-to-Rent and co-living in modern urban housing, as demonstrated by Queen’s Quarter in Croydon, Latitude in Leeds, and Pines Way in Bath 3. Sustainability and the People, Planet, Progress Framework: • How HUB integrates long-term sustainability targets into its developments • The challenge of balancing investment returns with social and environmental responsibility • How HUB measures success beyond financial returns 4. Team Culture and Governance: • Why HUB prioritises a small, highly skilled team over a significant headcount • The impact of employee ownership and internal talent development • How HUB stays big enough to make a difference but agile enough to innovate Why This Episode Matters? This episode provides a first-hand look at how HUB delivers housing in city centres while navigating market cycles, sustainability targets, and investment challenges. Robert shares real-world insights into urban regeneration, placemaking, and the future of real estate, making this a must-listen for investors, developers, and ESG professionals. About Robert Sloss and HUB Robert Sloss is co-founder and CEO of HUB, a progressive, living-led developer focused on transformative housing and regeneration projects in city centres. Since launching in 2012, HUB has completed or is developing over 9,000 homes across the UK, working in partnership with institutional investors, local authorities, and housing associations. HUB is recognised for delivering high-quality mid-market Build-to-Rent and co-living schemes, often unlocking complex or stalled sites. The company led one of London’s first institutionally backed BTR schemes and continues undertaking ambitious regeneration projects. Their developments range from large-scale urban housing to the redevelopment of former commercial and industrial sites, always emphasising social value and placemaking. Recent projects include: • One Maidenhead – A town centre regeneration delivering new homes, public spaces, and commercial use. • Queen’s Quarter (Croydon) – A Build-to-Rent scheme featuring a community-led redesign of a public park. • Cornerstone (Barbican, London) – The conversion of a 70-year-old office building into co-living accommodation. • Latitude (Leeds) – A 951-home BTR project transforming underused industrial land. • Pines Way (Bath) – Redeveloping a 4.5-acre brownfield site adjacent to Bath city centre.

How do leading developers like Stanhope tackle climate risks, reduce carbon emissions, and implement effective ESG strategies? In this episode of The ESG in Property Podcast, Adam Hinds and Jordan Relfe MRICs speak with Nils Rage, Head of ESG at Stanhope PLC, a developer responsible for over £40 billion in real estate assets and £4 billion under management. About Nils Rage: Nils shares how he has built a comprehensive ESG framework at Stanhope, integrating sustainability into every stage of the property lifecycle—from pre-acquisition to design, construction, and ongoing operations. With extensive expertise in real estate development and asset management, he explains how ESG is transforming the sector and delivering commercial, social, and environmental value. Key Discussion Points: Climate Resilience in Property: Nils breaks down how Stanhope addresses major risks like flooding, heat stress, and water scarcity. He also discusses the importance of working with insurers to understand physical risks and maintain long-term asset insurability. Decarbonisation in Practice: Learn how Stanhope sets and enforces embodied carbon targets by trade package, reducing emissions without additional costs or delays. Nils highlights how these practices align with CREM (Carbon Risk Real Estate Monitor) decarbonisation pathways. Tenant Engagement and Green Leases: Nils explains Stanhope’s approach to collaborating with occupiers, implementing green lease clauses, and using smart building technology to optimise energy use. These efforts have delivered an 18% reduction in energy consumption across their office portfolio in just one year. Social Value Strategies: Discover how Stanhope tailors social impact initiatives to local needs, addressing issues such as cost-of-living challenges, biodiversity loss, and inclusive economic growth. Episode Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to ESG in Real Estate 07:07 Nils Rage's Journey and Career Path 13:46 The Evolution of Nils' Role at Stanhope 20:53 Understanding ESG-Related Risks 30:06 Climate Resilience and Its Importance 32:29 Navigating Climate Risk and Insurance 35:38 Understanding Heat Stress in Buildings 38:21 Implementing Sustainable Strategies in Construction 44:10 Engaging with Subcontractors for Sustainability 50:26 The Role of AI in Real Estate 53:39 Decarbonization and Tenant Engagement Found it valuable? Subscribe, share, and review the podcast to stay updated on the latest in ESG and property development.

Adam Hinds and Jordan Relfe welcome Paul Clements-Hunt on the ESG in Property Podcast, the visionary who transformed global finance with three simple letters. His remarkable journey from tabloid journalism to coining ESG and the Principles for Responsible Investment offers a fascinating glimpse into how sustainable finance evolved into a £121 trillion movement. Over three decades, Paul has shaped how global investment thinks and acts. What began as a planned two-year stint at the United Nations evolved into a transformative 12-year journey that would revolutionise investment thinking. As a self-described "left-leaning greenie but card-carrying capitalist," Paul and his team of "bright, off-reservation renegades" created ESG and the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI). Today, as Managing Partner of The Blended Capital Group and Strategic Advisor at Mishcon de Reya, he continues to shape the future of sustainable investment. The ecosystem he catalysed now includes more than 6,000 institutions and 112 stock exchanges backing UN principles and partnerships.

In this episode of the ESG in Property Podcast [https://www.lifeproven.co.uk/esg-property-podcast], host Adam Hinds [https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-hinds-7105b55a/] explores a transformative approach to property development with Tom Larsson [https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-larsson-9a8b7aab/], the innovative founder of Grow Places [https://www.growplaces.com/]. About Tom Larsson and Grow Places:  Tom Larsson brings over a decade of experience in leading complex urban developments. After training as an architect and working with leading London practices, he spent ten years at Stanhope PLC, [https://www.stanhopeplc.com/] where he rose to become Head of Design and Development Director. During his tenure, he led major London projects including the landmark Television Centre redevelopment in White City, transforming the former BBC headquarters into a vibrant mixed-use destination. In 2021, Tom founded Grow Places to pioneer a different approach to property development, one focused on evolution rather than revolution. Drawing from his architectural background and extensive development experience, Tom's vision centres on improving quality of life through thoughtful, community-focused real estate development. Key Discussion Points: * Evolution Over Revolution: Why respecting existing communities creates better development outcomes * Data-Driven Development: Using demographic and socio-economic analysis to shape project decisions * Stakeholder Trust: Building transparency into every stage of development * Mixed-Use Innovation: Creating resilient developments that serve diverse community needs * Future-Focused Design: Planning for generational impact * Community Engagement: Practical approaches to building lasting relationships * Risk Management: How transparency reduces project risk * Value Creation: The commercial benefits of community-focused development * Long-term Vision: Building for both current and future generations * Real-world Application: Insights from the Truman Brewery redevelopment Tom shares insights from current projects, including the Truman Brewery redevelopment in East London, where Grow Places works with institutional investors, private landowners like Truman Estates, and charities to deliver sustainable urban regeneration.  Episode Chapters: (00:00) - Introduction to ESG in Property Podcast (01:39) - Understanding Stakeholders in Real Estate (04:35) - Tom Larsson's Journey into Real Estate (10:04) - Founding Grow Places: A New Approach (15:33) - The Concept of Place Growing vs Place Making (17:44) - The Purpose Behind the Manifesto (39:20) - Quality of Life and Community Impact (42:11) - Long-Term Vision and Stakeholder Engagement (44:49) - Operational Success and Community Empowerment sustainable development, property development, real estate investment, urban planning, community engagement, stakeholder management, mixed-use development, quality of life, urban regeneration, sustainable real estate, property management, development strategy, ESG in real estate, sustainable urban development, Truman Brewery redevelopment