Join us at Bisnow's Build To Rent Annual Conference on 14th-15th June

Chapman Taylor will be participating in Bisnow's Build To Rent Annual Conference, taking place on 14th-15th June. The conference will bring together industry experts to discuss the future of Build To Rent (BTR) and explore strategies for raising capital, increasing deal flow, and staying ahead of the competition in the evolving BTR market.

Chapman Taylor will be well-represented at the conference, with Director Michael Swiszczowski participating in a panel discussion on enhancing the long-term value of an asset through design and fit-out. The session, hosted by Iain Murray from Cortland Consult, will feature esteemed industry professionals, including Lesley Roberts from Godwin Developments, Katherine Russell from John Lewis, Kieran Tracey from Technogym, and Freddie Wonnacott from M7G Investments.

The conference program will cover a wide range of topics relevant to the BTR sector. Some of the key themes include BTR in a new economic world, sustainable BTR practices, delivering resident value through customer experience, marketing, and operations, financing BTR deals and developments, the maintenance and refurbishment cycle of BTR schemes, the transformative power of smart technology, BTR and the 15-minute city, and future prospects for the BTR market.

In addition to Michael Swiszczowski's participation, Chapman Taylor will be represented by Richard Daw, Associate Director (Manchester); Nick Thursby, Director (Bristol); Jonathan Jones, Senior Architect (Bristol); Anil Tailor, Associate Director (London); and Simon Pitt, Associate Director (London). This diverse team of professionals will be available to connect with attendees and share insights on BTR design and development.

"We are thrilled to participate in Bisnow's Build To Rent Annual Conference and engage in discussions surrounding the future of the BTR sector," said Michael Swiszczowski. "As experts in architecture and design, we look forward to sharing our expertise and insights on enhancing the value of BTR assets through thoughtful design. We invite all attendees to connect with our team and explore the possibilities of creating exceptional BTR environments."

To learn more about the conference program and secure your ticket, please visit the official event website.

The conference program will cover a wide range of topics relevant to the BTR sector. Some of the key themes include BTR in a new economic world, sustainable BTR practices, delivering resident value through customer experience, marketing, and operations, financing BTR deals and developments, the maintenance and refurbishment cycle of BTR schemes, the transformative power of smart technology, BTR and the 15-minute city, and future prospects for the BTR market.

In addition to Michael Swiszczowski's participation, Chapman Taylor will be represented by Richard Daw, Associate Director (Manchester); Nick Thursby, Director (Bristol); Jonathan Jones, Senior Architect (Bristol); Marcelina Zielinska, Director (London); Anil Tailor, Associate Director (London); and Simon Pitt, Associate Director (London). This diverse team of professionals will be available to connect with attendees and share insights on BTR design and development.

"We are thrilled to participate in Bisnow's Build To Rent Annual Conference and engage in discussions surrounding the future of the BTR sector," said Michael Swiszczowski. "As experts in architecture and design, we look forward to sharing our expertise and insights on enhancing the value of BTR assets through thoughtful design. We invite all attendees to connect with our team and explore the possibilities of creating exceptional BTR environments."

To learn more about the conference program and secure your ticket, please visit the official event website.

Michael Swiszczowski (BA(Hons), MArch, ADPPA, ARB, RIBA)

Director, 曼彻斯特

Michael joined Chapman Taylor in 2016 to strengthen the practice’s residential expertise. A key member of the Manchester studio’s management team, Michael has a business development remit for the residential sector across the UK business.

He has experience working on award-winning residential projects with a particular focus on build-to-rent, student accommodation and modular construction.

He is a RIBA-elected member of the Regional Council for RIBA North West.

Areas of expertise:

Residential / Build-to-Rent / Student Accommodation / Hotels

Richard Daw ((BA(Hons), DipArch, ARB, RIBA))

Senior Architect, 曼彻斯特

Richard joined Chapman Taylor in 2021 with a particular focus on helping to grow our residential work in the UK and to advise Chapman Taylor on flexible workspace design.

Having managed a flexible working provider business previously, merged with his extensive experience of design, he is well placed to offer a unique view on the growing BtR sector from an architectural and management perspective.

Marcelina Zielinska (BA(Hons) DipArch MA ARB)

Director, 伦敦

Marcelina joined Chapman Taylor in 2007 and was promoted to Director in 2017.

Having worked initially on the successful delivery of St. David’s 2 in Cardiff, she then moved to the UK concept design team to focus on the early design stages of major projects. 

She has a love for urban environments and a keen interest in the masterplanning and design of complex mixed-use developments as catalysts for urban regeneration.

Areas of expertise:

Masterplanning / Mixed-use / Retail / Leisure

Nick Thursby (BA (Hons) Dip Arch RIBA)

Director, 布里斯托

Nick joined Chapman Taylor’s London studio in 1999 and worked on the award-winning Princesshay, Exeter scheme before joining the UK concept design team.

He was jointly responsible for establishing Chapman Taylor’s Bristol studio in 2013 and as a UK Board Director is now responsible for the ongoing development and management of this part of the UK business. Nick also leads Chapman Taylor’s Sustainability Group responsible for researching best-practice environmental design initiatives and innovation.

He has 20 years’ experience spanning all project stages.

Areas of expertise:

Retail / Residential / Mixed-use / Concept Design / Detailed Design  / Sustainability

Nick joined Chapman Taylor’s London studio in 1999 and worked on the award-winning Princesshay, Exeter scheme before joining the UK concept design team.

He was jointly responsible for establishing Chapman Taylor’s Bristol studio in 2013 and as a UK Board Director is now responsible for the ongoing development and management of this part of the UK business. Nick also leads Chapman Taylor’s Sustainability Group responsible for researching best-practice environmental design initiatives and innovation.

He has 20 years’ experience spanning all project stages.

Areas of expertise:

Retail / Residential / Mixed-use / Concept Design / Detailed Design / Sustainability

Jonathan Jones (BEng (Hons) MArch)

Architect, 布里斯托

Jonathan joined Chapman Taylor in Bristol in 2013 as one of the first Architectural Assistants in the Bristol studio, working on the Castle Park View residential competition bid. He has since been involved on the early stages of schemes in Lancaster, Peterborough and Belfast and is now overseeing more detailed stages of schemes in Bristol and beyond, including office and mixed-use design.

Qualifying as an architect in December 2019, he completed his Part III studies at University of the West of England (UWE), having previously studied there for his Part II qualification and his bachelor's in Architecture and Environmental Engineering.

Jonathan has particular expertise in the concept design and feasibility stages of mixed-use proposals. His freehand drawing and concept designs have been extremely valuable to the development of the studio’s capabilities.

Areas of expertise:

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

Anil Tailor (BA(Hons) DipArch March, ARB)

Associate Director, 伦敦

Anil joined Chapman Taylor in 2023 with a particular focus on helping to grow Chapman Taylor’s residential design capability in London. With over 20 years’ experience, Anil has run both new build and renovation projects in the UK and internationally in a wide range of sectors including residential, retail, healthcare, transport and education.

Anil prides himself on his attention to detail on and off site and has exceptional freehand, model-making and CAD skills.

Simon Pitt (BA(Hons), DipArch, ARB, RIBA)

Associate Director, 伦敦

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