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Riverside Wharf shortlisted for two categories at the Property Week Resi Awards 2026

Riverside Wharf shortlisted for two categories at the Property Week Resi Awards 2026

We are delighted to share that Riverside Wharf in Swansea Bay has been shortlisted for two major honours at the Property Week Resi Awards 2026: Best Residential Design and Development of the Year (fewer than 350 units).

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The shortlist recognition follows the project’s recent topping-out milestone and reflects the strength of the design vision behind this important waterfront development.

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Riverside Wharf has been conceived to deliver high-quality, affordable homes while contributing to the long-term regeneration of Swansea Bay, creating a vibrant new residential community closely connected to the water and the surrounding city fabric.

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The nominations highlight the project’s focus on design quality, placemaking and social value, principles that sit at the heart of Chapman Taylor’s commitment to Good Design and Design for Good. 

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Under construction (February 2026)

We look forward to celebrating alongside our project partners at the awards ceremony later this year.

Gerard Ellis (BSc(Hons) MArch PG Cert (Part 3))

Associate Director, UK and Bristol

Since joining Chapman Taylor, Gerard has successfully led the Castle Park View scheme through the concept design and planning stages. He has particular expertise in early-stage concept and feasibility design, projects with heritage aspects and the planning stages on residential, office and mixed-use schemes. Gerard is a member of Chapman Taylor's in-house Residential, Office and Mixed-Use Sector Groups.

Areas of expertise:

Residential / Workplace / Mixed- Use

Jonathan Jones (BEng (Hons) MArch)

Associate Director, UK

Jonathan joined Chapman Taylor in Bristol in 2013 as one of the first Architectural Assistants in the Bristol studio. Since then, he has been involved in various projects and masterplans across the UK and internationally. He is currently overseeing schemes in the South West of England, with a particular focus on residential and mixed-use design. Jonathan was promoted to Associate Director in 2025.

Jonathan is particularly skilled in the concept design and feasibility stages of mixed-use proposals. His freehand drawings and concept designs have been extremely valuable in developing the studio’s capabilities.

Areas of expertise:

Concept Design / Feasibility / Detail Design / Mixed-Use / Office / Residential / Retail

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