Cardiff Property Awards 2022 Showguide

WELCOME

THE CARDIFF PROPERTY AWARDS ARE HERE

Business starts with a conversation. And each year the hubbub of conversation at the Cardiff Property Awards attests to the vibrancy of this sector – and the amount of business that is done here, partnerships that are forged and the sheer interconnectedness of this sector.

Property matters. And it matters more in Cardiff than in most other places.

It matters professionally and personally – how we live, how we work and experience Cardiff daily, and how exactly we navigate the city from our base.

It matters practically – where our companies are based, what retail and office space there is, how the city houses and encourages clever expanding enterprises and how working from home affects all.

And it matters aesthetically. We are all the beneficiaries of extraordinary creativity that has bequeathed a visual legacy that enriches all our lives, daily.

It is for all those reasons and more that the Cardiff Property Awards are returning to champion the best of property business and to help bring the sector together.

When all contribute and all come together, all benefit.

With all the clever companies here, all the energy, all the opportunities, we hope you enjoy the day and benefit from the Cardiff Property Awards.

And we hope good contacts and great businesses comes from it. Business starts with a conversation? OK, let the hubbub commence… #CardiffTogether – always

RUNNING ORDER

12pm Drinks Reception

12.45pm Introductory remarks

1pm Lunch

2.30pm Awards, hosted by Siân Lloyd

4pm-onwards Drinks in the bar

SIAN LLOYD

Siân Lloyd is a national TV presenter, experienced awards host and conference chair. A popular journalist and broadcaster, Siân regularly presents BBC Breakfast (BBC One), The news slot on Marr (BBC One) and is a correspondent for BBC network news.

Siân also works across other genres and has co-presented Crimewatch Roadshow (BBC One) for the past three years. Last year she fronted two documentaries for BBC Wales - Siân’s Real North Wales and Siân’s Work Life Balance showcased her journalistic skills in a more informal way.

Siân began her TV and Radio career in Wales presenting BBC Wales Today (BBC One Wales) and the drive-time radio programme Good Evening Wales on BBC Radio Wales. Siân still regularly works in radio, for Radio 4’s Today and PM programmes. Last year she was appointed Wales Correspondent for BBC Network news making her the face and voice of stories from Wales for national tv and radio programmes.

TODAY’S MENU

THE JUDGES

CHAD GRIFFITHS, SENIOR RELATIONSHIP MANAGER AT PRINCIPALITY COMMERCIAL

Chad is an experienced banking relationship manager with over a decade’s worth of experience providing debt funding to property developers and investors across England and Wales. During that time, he has funded hundreds of new homes.

CLAIRE TURNER, HEAD OF RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT SALES AT SAVILLS

Claire heads the New Homes department for Cardiff and South Wales and has over ten years’ experience in the property sector, covering every area of residential development sales and consultancy. She has essential expertise in property consultancy, advising clients on how to improve development potential.

EIRIAN JONES, OPERATIONAL MANAGER AT CARDIFF COUNCIL

Eirian is the operational manager of strategic estates projects at Cardiff Council and is responsible for bringing forward major projects as well as key strategic sites for the education development programme.

MIKE HOLT, DIRECTOR AT LANCER SCOTT

Mike has over 40 years construction industry experience, and his extensive knowledge of the industry has allowed him to successfully deliver construction and refurbishment projects across England and Wales, working for both public and private sector clients.

PAUL SIMON, PARTNER AT INCE

Paul has over 30 years of experience specialising in commercial property acquisitions and disposals. He formed Simon and Simon alongside his father, Sam Simon, before being acquired by Ince in 2018 where he takes pride in being its current managing partner.

SARAH CLIFFORD, HEAD OF COMMERCIAL AT SWANSEA UNIVERSITY

Sarah Clifford is a commercial and sales professional and no stranger to leadership roles, Sarah has enjoyed success in several significant regional and senior positions in Wales, including at Cardiff Airport, Chamber of Commerce for Wales and now Swansea University.

Sarah is passionate about building and maintaining strong relationships and engagement, which has helped her develop her extensive business network. In addition, Sarah is a proud business ambassador for Cardiff charity, City Hospice, outside of work.

SHAUN WELSH, DIRECTOR AT TROJAN GROUP

Shaun is the co-founder of Trojan Group and has over 30 years’ experience in the construction industry. Alongside business partner David Thomas, Shaun took the leap and set up Trojan Group in January 2012, with no funding and very little in the bank – leading it to great success.

OUR FINALISTS

ARCHITECT

AHR ARCHITECTS works with clients across a variety of sectors and is one of the UK’s longest standing architecture and building consultancy practices. ahr.co.uk | @weareahr

ATKINS provides high-quality, fully coordinated and complete design solutions and delivers cutting-edge projects from its Cardiff studio. atkinsglobal.com | @atkinsglobal

BENJAMIN HALE designs homes of timelessness and permanence that originate out of a detailed understanding of modern living. benjaminhale.co.uk | @bhalearchitects

GAUNT FRANCIS ARCHITECTS is a creative commercial design studio that blends business acumen and technical excellence with design creativity. gauntfrancis.co.uk | @gauntfrancis

GLEN THOMAS ARCHITECTURE strives for technical, creative and environmental innovation, designing contemporary residential extensions, new build and multiple home developments. glenthomasarchitecture.co.uk

HLM ARCHITECTS specialises in architecture, landscape and interiors and focus on exploiting opportunities to make memorable places. hlmarchitects.com | @hlmarchitects

IBI GROUP is a technology-driven global design firm, committed to design excellence and sustainability. ibigroup.com | @ibigroup

PENTAN ARCHITECTS practices in residential projects with a passion for sustainable environments that are fit for modern life, impacting the environment as little as possible. pentan.co.uk | @pentanarchitect

RIO ARCHITECTS produces inspiring and fresh architecture, interior design, masterplans and visualisation in a sustainable, innovative and cost-effective way. rioarchitects.com | @rioarchitects

CIVIC DEVELOPMENT

PENCOEDTRE HIGH SCHOOL is a catalyst for regeneration and engagement in one of the Vale of Glamorgan’s most social deprived areas. hlmarchitects.com | @hlmarchitects

NHS BUILDINGS FOR WALES FRAMEWORK delivers new healthcare facilities worth over £200 million, including community health and well-being hubs and a satellite radiotherapy unit. ibigroup.com | @ibigroup

ZED PODS has delivered 12 zero-carbon new homes for people previously living in temporary accommodation in Newport. zedpods.com | @zedpods

COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT

SPONSORED

BY DEVELOPMENT BANK OF WALES

CARDIFF INNOVATION CAMPUS provides a space where diverse groups of people are inspired to drive innovative research and technological manufacturing in South Wales. bouygues-uk.com | @bouyguesuk

COBALT meets the changing demands of modern businesses and professionals looking for flexible and adaptable working environments. cargointeriors.com | @cargointeriors

HODGE HOUSE is a substantial refurbishment transforming a Grade 2 listed local landmark into a workplace fit for the next generation of occupiers. stridetreglown.com | @stridetreglown

LONGCROSS meets the needs of modern occupiers and promotes a collaborative work approach in contemporary and relaxed space. longcrosscardiff.co.uk

NEWPORT MARKET is Europe’s biggest indoor market regeneration project, which will host more than 70 workplaces and offices of different sizes. newport-market.co.uk | @newportmarketuk

PARKGATE HOTEL is a refurbishment, breathing new life into the old County Court and listed Parkgate buildings, creating a leisure destination and conference facility. gauntfrancis.co.uk | @gauntfrancis

CONSULTANCY

CURRIE & BROWN is a global asset management and construction business offering clients complete, innovate and tailor-made solutions. curriebrown.com | @curriebrown

HYDROCK brings sustainable solutions to major infrastructure projects and landmark buildings, creating places that inspire and respect the environment. hydrock.com | @hydrocknews

KEW PLANNING provides professional advice on site acquisition, planning strategies, preparation of planning applications and appeals. kewplanning.co.uk | @kewplanning

LICHFIELDS CARDIFF delivers innovative planning, economic and development consultancy services to our clients across a broad range of sectors. lichfields.uk | @lichfieldsuk

MODE CONSULT provides project management and quantity surveying in the construction industry, focusing on growth and consistency in what they do. modeconsult.com | @modeconsult

SAVILLS PLANNING advises and guides clients through the various, and often complex, aspects of the planning process. savills.co.uk| @savills

VALE CONSULTANCY provides innovative engineering solutions to a wide range of projects across the UK. vale-consultancy.co.uk | @valeengineers

CONTRACTOR

BOUYGUES designs and builds sustainable developments that enhance and transform communities for the better, combining innovative design and expertise in the industry. bouygues-uk.com | @bouyguesuk

ELECTRICALL SOUTH WALES offers a wide range of services for both domestic and commercial customers across South Wales. electricallsouthwales.co.uk | @electricallsouthwales

TROJAN GROUP is a stand-out construction company specialising in the food, retail and commercial sector. trojan-cml.com

ZED PODS provides cost-effective and zerocarbon modular homes for people previously living in temporary accommodation. zedpods.com | @zedpods

SPONSORED BY MARSH COMMERCIAL

COWORKING SPACES

COBALT meets the changing demands of modern businesses and professionals looking for flexible and adaptable working environments. cargointeriors.com | @cargointeriors

DESG combines design principles with curiosity, where companies and individuals can work, meet and share ideas in a safe, considered way. desg.co.uk | @desgltd

LONGCROSS meets the needs of modern occupiers and promote a collaborative work approach in contemporary and relaxed space. longcrosscardiff.co.uk

STABLE is a vibrant, creative hub and inspirational environment for team, partners and local businesses to come together and enable meaningful change. stable.co.uk | @thestableteam

TRAMSHED TECH creates a collaborative and community focused workspace and was designed to promote focus, calm and productivity. hodgebank.co.uk | @hodgebank

DEVELOPER

ADAPT CONVERSIONS reimagines historic listed buildings into exquisite, exceptional residential accommodation. stjamescardiff.co.uk

BOUYGUES UK designs and builds sustainable developments that enhance and transform communities for the better, combining innovative design and expertise in the industry. bouygues-uk.com | @bouyguesuk

CARGO® delivers new and innovative office design solutions to commercial properties in the local area. cargointeriors.com | @cargointeriors

EDENSTONE GROUP is an independentlyowned housebuilding group, which includes a social partnerships arm as well as its mainstream private housing operation. edenstonehomes.com | @edenstonegroup

Lichfields is the pre-eminent planning and development consultancy in the UK. We’ve been helping create great places for over 60 years.

For expert advice on planning and development contact: John Cottrell, Senior Director, Head of Cardiff Office

www.lichfields.uk

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EMPLOYER

SPONSORED BY CARDIFF LIFE

BOUYGUES UK designs and builds sustainable developments that enhance and transform communities for the better, combining innovative design and expertise in the industry. bouygues-uk.com | @bouyguesuk

CURRIE & BROWN is a global asset management and construction business offering clients complete, innovate and tailor-made solutions. curriebrown.com | @curriebrown

HODGE BANK provides simple yet flexible financial solutions to enable clients to achieve their goals and ambitions. hodgebank.co.uk | @hodgebank

LICHFIELDS CARDIFF delivers innovative planning, economic and development consultancy services to our clients across a broad range of sectors. lichfields.uk | @lichfieldsuk

PENTAN ARCHITECTS practices in residential projects with a passion for sustainable environments that are fit for modern life, impacting the environment as little as possible. pentan.co.uk | @pentanarchitect

PRINCIPALITY COMMERCIAL delivers personalised solutions for commercial property funding, helping communities throughout Wales to grow and thrive. principality.co.uk/commercial

RIO ARCHITECTS produces inspiring and fresh architecture, interior design, masterplans and visualisation in a sustainable, innovative and cost-effective way. rioarchitects.com | @rioarchitects

FINANCIAL

DEVELOPMENT BANK OF WALES funds residential, commercial and mixed-use schemes, providing short-term development finance to residential and commercial project developers. developmentbank.wales | @devbankwales

HODGE BANK provides simple yet flexible financial solutions to enable clients to achieve their goals and ambitions. hodgebank.co.uk | @hodgebank

PRINCIPALITY COMMERCIAL delivers personalised solutions for commercial property funding, helping communities throughout Wales to grow and thrive. principality.co.uk/commercial

INTERIOR DESIGNER

DI ORO INTERIORS is a Cardiff-based luxury interior design studio specialising in high-end residential projects. diorointeriors.co.uk | @diorointeriors

ELEMENTI CUCINA offers luxury Italian and UK bespoke interiors for private residences and Developments. elementicucina.com | @elementi_cucina

GLEN THOMAS ARCHITECTURE strives for technical, creative and environmental innovation, designing contemporary residential extensions, new build and multiple home developments. glenthomasarchitecture.co.uk

LOUISE MISELL INTERIORS provides innovative, creative and unique design solutions, which shape original homes full of warmth and personality. louisemisellinteriors.co.uk | @l_m_interiors

LEGAL

ACUITY LAW offers practical innovation and an entrepreneurial legal service across a variety of sectors throughout the UK and internationally. acuitylaw.com | @acuitylaw

BLAKE MORGAN is a full-service law firm, using a unique blend of expertise and experience to get the best results for clients. blakemorgan.co.uk | @blakemorganllp

DARWIN GRAY is a commercial law firm known for its property expertise, particularly relating to development and complex regeneration schemes. darwingray.com | @darwingrayllp

GATEWAY 2 CONVEYANCING provides quality legal services through competitive pricing with the flexibility to meet clients’ needs to achieve the desired outcome. g2conveyancing.co.uk

MARTYN PROWEL SOLICITORS delivers a friendly, approachable, professional legal service to all clients in Cardiff. martynprowel.co.uk | @martyn_prowel

ONE TO WATCH SPONSORED BY ENTRECONF

BENJAMIN HALE designs homes of timelessness and permanence that originate out of a detailed understanding of modern living. benjaminhale.co.uk | @bhalearchitects

CARGO® delivers new and innovative office design solutions to commercial properties in the local area. cargointeriors.com | @cargointeriors

DESG combines design principles with curiosity, where companies and individuals can work, meet and share ideas in a safe, considered way. desg.co.uk | @desgltd

GATEWAY 2 CONVEYANCING provides quality legal services through competitive pricing with the flexibility to meet clients’ needs to achieve the desired outcome. g2conveyancing.co.uk

LEANNE KENT PROPERTY takes innovative approaches to provide an exceptional service to all clients, making the buying and selling journey memorable. leannekentproperty.co.uk | @leanne_kent_property

NEXA CARDIFF provides a dedicated agent to work with clients from initial valuation to negotiations to provide a seamless service. nexacardiff.com | @nexapropertiesgroup

VALE VENETIAN creates artisanal plaster finishes to deliver luxurious and unique surface designs. valevenetian.com | @vale_venetian

PROPERTY AGENT

CF24 PROPERTY SERVICES deals with all aspects of sales and lettings, providing top level service to customers and achieving sustainable and progressive growth. cf24.co.uk

JAMES DOUGLAS LETTINGS is an independent estate agency, and has a proactive approach to residential lettings and property management. james-douglas.co.uk | @jamesdouglascf

NEXA CARDIFF provides a dedicated agent to work with clients from initial valuation to negotiations to provide a seamless service. nexacardiff.com | @nexapropertiesgroup

SAVILLS provides cross-sector advice to help clients achieve property needs from residential and commercial sales to development, planning and renewable technologies. savills.com | @savills

THE SERAPH GROUP offers a full range of Cardiff & beyond property management services from one off advice to full bespoke management. seraph.pm | @seraphpropman

RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

SPONSORED

BY SAVILLS

BEAUFORT GARDENS consists of 35 large and luxurious four and five-bedroom homes, created to suit the local market and ensuring local needs are met. edenstonehomes.com | @edenstonegroup

CATHEDRAL GARDENS comprises 33 apartments and three town houses which contribute positively to the iconic style and distinctive features of Cathedral Road. developmentbank.wales | @devbankwales

LLANHARRY PROJECT is a family home that was transformed into a fun yet functional space, full of personality to suit the client’s lifestyle. elementicucina.com | @elementi_cucina

ST JAMES PROJECT reimagined the listed church building into a collection of luxury apartments, whilst keeping the character of the property’s heritage. stjamescardiff.co.uk

THE MILL is an innovative scheme to deliver 442 affordable homes on a disused industrial site close to the city centre. principality.co.uk/commercial

SUPPLIERS AND SERVICES

ANTEA PHOTOGRAPHY provides a photography solution to the property sector, as well as supporting marketing agencies, property agents, architects and planners. anteaphotography.com | @anteaphotograph

BOLT REMOVALS specialises in offering removal and storage services for commercial and residential properties. boltremovals.co.uk | @bolt.removals

ELECTRICALL SOUTH WALES offers a wide range of services for both domestic and commercial customers across South Wales. electricallsouthwales.co.uk | @electricallsouthwales

VALE VENETIAN creates artisanal plaster finishes to deliver luxurious and unique surface designs. valevenetian.com | @vale_venetian

SUSTAINABILITY

ATKINS provides high-quality, fully coordinated and complete design solutions and deliver cutting-edge projects from its Cardiff studio. atkinsglobal.com | @atkinsglobal

THE CASCADE is a development of 48 affordable apartments designed to combat climate change and enhance wellbeing. linc-cymru.co.uk | @linc_cymru

CURRIE & BROWN is a global asset management and construction business offering clients complete, innovate and tailor-made solutions. curriebrown.com | @curriebrown

DEVELOPMENT BANK OF WALES funds

residential, commercial and mixed-use schemes, providing short-term development finance to residential and commercial project developers. developmentbank.wales | @devbankwales

GLEN THOMAS ARCHITECTURE strives for technical, creative and environmental innovation, designing contemporary residential extensions, new build and multiple home developments. glenthomasarchitecture.co.uk

PRINCIPALITY COMMERCIAL delivers personalised solutions for commercial property funding, helping communities throughout Wales to grow and thrive. principality.co.uk/commercial

TROJAN GROUP is a stand-out construction company specialising in the food, retail and commercial sector. trojan-cml.com

ZED PODS provides cost-effective and zerocarbon modular homes for people previously living in temporary accommodation. zedpods.com | @zedpods

TRANSFORMATION SPONSORED BY SANCTUARY FINANCIAL PLANNING

THE CASCADE is a development of 48 affordable apartments designed to combat climate change and enhance wellbeing. linc-cymru.co.uk | @linc_cymru

HODGE HOUSE is a substantial refurbishment transforming a Grade 2 listed local landmark into a workplace fit for the next generation of occupiers. stridetreglown.com | @stridetreglown

LONGCROSS meets the needs of modern occupiers and promotes a collaborative work approach in contemporary and relaxed space. longcrosscardiff.co.uk

PARKGATE HOTEL is a refurbishment, breathing new life into the old County Court and listed Parkgate buildings, creating a leisure destination and conference facility. gauntfrancis.co.uk | @gauntfrancis

ST JAMES PROJECT reimagined the listed church building into a collection of luxury apartments, whilst keeping the character of the property’s heritage. stjamescardiff.co.uk

STABLE is a vibrant, creative hub and inspirational environment for team, partners and local businesses to come together and enable meaningful change. stable.co.uk | @thestableteam

HOT PROPERTY

DEVELOPMENT BANK OF WALES supports Cardiff property developers HOT PROPERTY

DEVELOPMENT BANK OF WALES supports Cardiff property developers

As sponsors of the 2022 Cardiff Property Awards, our specialist property team can provide tailored finance solutions for developers. Short-term loans for residential, commercial and mixed-use schemes with quick decision making are on offer. Interest is allowed to roll-up throughout the loan term and finance for up to 100% of building costs is available. We can also work with your own advisors to complete a deal.

own advisors to complete a deal.

Residential developers who meet green standards can access our new Green Homes

Residential developers who meet green standards can access our new Green Homes Incentive that is helping to deliver more thermally efficient and lower carbon homes in Wales. The scheme offers a reduction in loan fees of up to 2%. Eligibility depends upon qualifying criteria that includes EPC A Rating/Passivhaus status, non-concrete structures and non-fossil fuel heating systems.

Incentive that is helping to deliver more thermally efficient and lower carbon homes in Wales. The scheme offers a reduction in loan fees of up to 2%. Eligibility depends upon qualifying criteria that includes EPC A Rating/Passivhaus status, non-concrete structures and non-fossil fuel heating systems.

“Our dedicated property funds are ideal for Welsh-based, small and medium-sized developers, looking to finance residential, commercial and mixed-use projects in Wales,” says Nicola Crocker, fund manager for the Development Bank of Wales. “Loans from £150,000 to £6 million are available, and because of the unique way in which we are funded, we can offer a range of finance that other lenders can’t (including an element of grant funding for commercial projects.) What’s more, our criteria for borrowing is really quite straight-forward; our tailored loans are helping small and medium-sized developers to make an impact across Wales. We want to see more schemes completed in the Cardiff area so applications for speculative developments

“Our dedicated property funds are ideal for Welsh-based, small and medium-sized developers, looking to finance residential, commercial and mixed-use projects in Wales,” says Nicola Crocker, fund manager for the Development Bank of Wales. “Loans from £150,000 to £6 million are available, and because of the unique way in which we are funded, we can offer a range of finance that other lenders can’t (including an element of grant funding for commercial projects.) What’s more, our criteria for borrowing is really quite straight-forward; our tailored loans are helping small and medium-sized developers to make an impact across Wales. We want to see more schemes completed in the Cardiff area so applications for speculative developments

PROPERTY LOANS

PROPERTY LOANS

The Development Bank of Wales offers short-term residential, mixed-use, and commercial property development finance from £150,000 - £6 million.

The Development Bank of Wales offers short-term residential, mixed-use, and commercial property development finance from £150,000 - £6 million.

are welcome. There is also a reduction of up to 2% in loan fees for residential developments that meet green standards.

are welcome. There is also a reduction of up to 2% in loan fees for residential developments that meet green standards.

“Indeed, we offer a range of finance options and loans to help get you started. Whether you’ve already got firm plans in place or you’re just at the very start of the process, come and talk to us we may have a solution that suits your needs.

“Indeed, we offer a range of finance options and loans to help get you started. Whether you’ve already got firm plans in place or you’re just at the very start of the process, come and talk to us we may have a solution that suits your needs.

“We’re delighted to be sponsoring the Awards as we continue to support property developers. We’ve got £172 million to support property projects in Wales so please get in touch to see how we can help you.” n

“We’re delighted to be sponsoring the Awards as we continue to support property developers. We’ve got £172 million to support property projects in Wales so please get in touch to see how we can help you.” n

MANY THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS

HAMPSHIRE TRUST BANK specialises in residential and commercial development finance, offering creative and customised loans to experienced property professionals across England and Wales. htb.co.uk | @htbplc

ENTRECONF is a dynamic insight-packed event, to inspire our region’s entrepreneurs offering inspiration and practical advice, from financial and legal to marketing and management. Also runs bespoke dinner events. entreconf.com | @entre_conf

MARSH COMMERCIAL is a UK leader in SME insurance broking and risk management, helping clients understand and better manage their risks as well as protecting their assets and people. marshcommercial.co.uk | @marshcommuk

CATEGORY SPONSORS

CARDIFF LIFE celebrates all aspects of business life in Cardiff every three weeks –from the coolest of indies to the largest of local companies. It brings together hundreds of people via the Cardiff Life Awards and Cardiff Property Awards. mediaclash.co.uk | @cardifflifemag

DEVELOPMENT BANK OF WALES supports property developers with short-term loans from £150,000 to £6 million for residential, mixed-use and commercial property development throughout Wales. developmentbank.wales | @devbankwales

SANCTUARY FINANCIAL PLANNING offers solutions which allow clients to take control of their finances and make their money work for them and their future dreams, goals and aspirations. sanfp.co.uk | @sanfp

SAVILLS provides crosssector advice to help clients achieve property needs from residential and commercial sales to development, planning and renewable technologies. savills.com | @savills

HEADLINE SPONSOR

GREG INGHAM

Creative media entrepreneur Greg Ingham cofounded and owns MediaClash with his wife Jane. It’s the company behind these Cardiff Property Awards, and also Cardiff Life and the Cardiff Life Awards, with equivalent events and magazines in Bristol, Bath and Exeter. He is co-host today.

He also founded and runs EntreConf and Creative Bath; has advised a diverse range of media, tech and legal companies; created the computer games charity GamesAid; and chaired the Theatre Royal Bath, starting its Creative Fund.

Greg was previously the chief exec of Future for an 18year odyssey from a five-magazine independent start-up, to its sale to Pearson and contested MBO, to flotation as an international multi-platform media plc.

In a previous world, too many moons ago, he was a business journalist.

He can be reached via greg.ingham@mediaclash.co.uk