Alex Esfahani speaking at Offsite Expo 21 Sep, Coventry Arena

Alex Esfahani speaking at Offsite Expo 21 Sep, Coventry Arena

Don’t miss your chance to watch Alexander Esfahani, senior architect at Chapman Taylor and responsible design champion, talk about Manchester Goods Yard at Offsite Expo.

Alex will join other speakers for Session 3 from 13.50-15.10 in Theatre 1 at Coventry Building Society Arena on 21st September and participate in a Q&A. Also attending the expo are Chapman Taylor associate directors Simon Marlin and Loretta Collins.

Offsite Expo 2022 brings together those who are driving change in the construction sector. The event will play host to the leading UK and international offsite manufacturers and component suppliers over two days showcasing a broad spectrum of panelised, volumetric modular solutions, pod and prefabricated MEP solutions, as well as the latest in Digital and BIM technology.

The Offsite Awards will also be taking place at the venue. Chapman Taylor has been shortlisted for two categories for its Manchester Goods Yard scheme: Best Use of Concrete Technology and Commercial Project of the Year.

Chapman Taylor is a leading player within the offsite construction sector. We are keen advocates of the benefits modern methods of construction can bring to our clients and other interested parties across all development sectors. Our detailed knowledge, insight papers and participation as speakers at offsite conferences promote the many benefits of offsite manufacture and volumetric modular construction - all reflecting our view that adopting modern methods of construction can improve design and construction quality, reduce wastage, improve health and safety, whilst saving time and money for our clients.

Alexander Esfahani (Bsc(Hons), MArch, PGDip ARB)

Associate Director / Head of Sustainability, UK

Alexander joined Chapman Taylor in 2016 and was appointed Associate Director and Head of Sustainability in 2025, taking on a group-wide leadership role focused on advancing responsible and sustainable design across the practice. In this role, he contributes to the development of the company’s sustainability strategy, supports innovation, and helps embed responsible design principles across Chapman Taylor’s global portfolio.

Since joining the practice, Alexander has developed a strong reputation as a committed and accomplished architect, with experience in the design and delivery of a range of residential BtR, Co-living, PBSA, mixed-use and workplace projects. His portfolio includes Knight Dragon’s Plot M0121 at Greenwich Peninsula, Grainger’s BtR development John Street Cardiff, the Waterbeach development in Cambridge for Urban&Civic, and Manchester Goods Yard, a workplace development for Allied London.

As Global Head of Chapman Taylor’s Responsible Design Steering Group, Alexander plays an important role in shaping sustainability initiatives, residential research and development, and best-practice guidance across the business. He regularly represents Chapman Taylor at industry events, conferences and thought-leadership forums.

Areas of expertise:

Residential / Workplace / Responsible Design / Net Zero Carbon

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