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Head of Sustainability Alex Esfahani to speak at AI and Sustainable Buildings networking breakfast in Manchester

Head of Sustainability Alex Esfahani to speak at AI and Sustainable Buildings networking breakfast in Manchester

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Chapman Taylor’s Head of Sustainability, Alexander Esfahani, will be the special guest speaker at a breakfast networking event exploring how Artificial Intelligence is transforming the future of sustainable architecture.

Hosted at the Boss Design / Domus Manchester Showroom on Tuesday 3 February, from 8:30am to 10:00am, the event will bring together property and design professionals for a morning of networking and insight into the growing role of AI in shaping low-carbon, high-performance buildings.

In his talk, Alex will discuss how emerging AI tools are enabling architects to design smarter, more sustainable and energy-efficient buildings – from early-stage carbon modelling and performance optimisation through to intelligent material selection and operational efficiency. Drawing on Chapman Taylor’s Responsible Design ethos, he will explore how data-driven design is helping minimise environmental impact while maximising long-term value for clients and communities.

The session is aimed at anyone interested in the intersection of technology, sustainability and the built environment, offering practical perspectives on how AI can be embedded into everyday design workflows to support the transition to a low-carbon future.

Event details
Where: Boss Design / Domus Showroom, Manchester, England
When: Tuesday 3 February, 8:30am – 10:00am GMT

Tickets and further information are available here.

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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