Connected Thinking: Ideas and insights from the people shaping the built environment

In discussion with Yasmin Al-Ani Spence, Board Director at Wilkinson Eyre architects. We talked about how clients are balancing viability, carbon and long term performance in today's market. How do you future proof designs for a market that is ever evolving? And Yasmin gave her perspective on how design leadership can influence policy, planning and the wider urban ecosystem.

Nick Bowes from LCA sat down to discuss the mood amongst developers and investors, now that the dust has settled after the London council elections. Is the market confidence seen at the start of 2026 still there, and are there new opportunities emerging from different asset classes? We discussed the impact on the London Plan and what Investors want to see from policymakers, to encourage capital de...

Ross Sayers discusses his term as Chair of the CPA and what lies next for the built environment. As the spokesperson for the developer community in the Square Mile, Ross shared his insights and some of the impacts achieved during his term as Chair.

A conversation with Adam Challis, Global Director, Strategic Insights, at JLL. We discuss the features from Q1 2026 that stand out and where opportunities lie going forward. How has the Middle East crisis impacted forecasts and what are the critical issues that London needs to tackle, to keep pace with change.

A discussion with Lee Lucas from the Education For Industry Group. We discussed the makeup of the group, which includes Fashion Retail Academy, London College of Beauty Therapy and is based in the Square Mile. Is London an emerging light or a fading glow in the fashion industry? Do we nurture talent for success? Lee expands on their decision to base themselves in the financial heart of London and...

A conversation with the highly respected Priya Aggarwal-Shah. We explore intersectionality from a corporate level, right down to individuals. How does it impact mergers and acquisitions, as different corporate cultures intermingle? How can leaders get more comfortable with complexity and become advocates of allyship in organisations. Defining Cultural Intelligence, to better explain the complexity...

A fascinating discussion with Antony Meanwell from Eon. We talk about the value that district heating networks can deliver for cities. Who does it well and where can London learn from, to deliver meaningful results on decarbonisation, whilst making sure the hot water tap works! Where are the exciting projects on the horizon going to be delivered and what obstacles lie in the way.

A conversation with Anurag Gupta, Chief Risk Officer at Sequoia Investment Management (SIMCo). We discussed the risks and rewards of infrastructure projects and the global market sentiment of investing into London infrastructure projects.

In discussion with Michael Phillips of Jamestown LP, comparing some of New York's successes and drawing parallels with London. We discuss challenges and opportunities for growth in London, what has worked well in NYC, as well as what the future might hold.

In conversation with Michael Meadows from British Land. We discussed what it takes to deliver environments, which can deliver successful work ecosystems in an ever competing market. Getting the balance of amenities right, delivering for the location and understanding your workforce are important considerations. We discussed the Broadgate Estate and its changing face, as it evolves to deliver for f...

A conversation with Nikki Dibley Senior Development Executive at Helical Plc and Vice Chair of the City Property Association.

Hear from Sharon Ament, Director of the London Museum on how London's celebration of its culture is influencing the decision making of the future.

Hear from Louise Samuel, Partner at Town Legal LLP, as she helps us better understand the legal frameworks already in place, as well as whats coming down the road for the built environment. Can these policies help speed up processes and boost confidence amongst investors and developers?

A conversation with Robin Dobson, the CEO of Platform 4. As the largest owner of brownfield land across the country, what are the aspirations of Platform 4 and how does it hope to foster investor confidence, to deliver key sites across London and further afield.

In conversation with Adam Challis, Global Director, Strategic Insights at JLL.Taking the market temperature and gauging investor sentiment, post-budget. What does London do well and offer developers? Which sectors look interesting for future investment?

Hear from Sharon Ament, Director of the London Museum on how London's celebration of its culture is influencing the decision making of the future.

A forum for the Built Environment. Bringing together thought leaders from politics, commerce and culture. Presented in association with New London Architecture.