Chapman Taylor to attend and speak at the Property Week ESG Edge Conference in London on 12th November 2024

The conference brings together stakeholders and experts from across the UK property market to explore cutting-edge strategies for achieving Net Zero in real estate.

The conference brings together stakeholders and experts from across the UK property market to explore cutting-edge strategies for achieving Net Zero in real estate.

Our Head of Sustainability Alexander Esfahani, Senior Architect Dr Catalina Ionita, and Director Michael Swiszczowski will be in attendance, representing Chapman Taylor's commitment to sustainable design and construction.

Alexander will deliver a presentation and chair a session titled “Zero-Carbon Buildings & Developments – Achieving the UK’s 2050 Target.” This engaging session will delve into strategies and innovations essential for the property sector to meet the ambitious zero-carbon target set by the UK government for 2050.

Dr Catalina Ionita has been an acting judge and advisor to the panels and will be presenting the award for the category “Retrofit Project of the Year – Commercial”.

Alexander Esfahani (Bsc(Hons), MArch, PGDip ARB)

Architect

Alexander joined Chapman Taylor’s Manchester studio in 2016 as part of the Feasibility team, predominantly focusing on the Residential and Mixed-Use sectors.

He has extensive experience of both the feasibility and delivery stages, with recent projects including the delivery of Manchester Goods Yard office building.

Alexander is passionate about creative design and bringing the client’s vision to life. He has also been instrumental in further developing our sustainability strategy and R&D initiatives. As Manchester Studio Champion for Chapman Taylor’s Responsible Design Group, he coordinates and promotes environmental principles within the company.

Areas of expertise:

Residential / Mixed-use / Office / Materplanning / Concept Design / Net Zero Carbon

Catalina Ionita (BArcg MArch RIBA)

Architect, 曼彻斯特

Catalina joined the Manchester studio in 2021 as an Architect supporting the Feasibility team. She brings a passion for successful placemaking to her work in the residential and mixed-use sectors.

She has experience working on a wide range of projects at all work stages, including large residential developments, masterplans, offices and listed buildings restorations.

Having completed her MArch degree in Architecture at Sheffield Hallam University in 2018, Catalina is now conducting PhD research there, with a focus on art-centred placemaking. In 2020, she made RIBA’s Rising Stars shortlist for her project work and her research on ethics and sustainability in architecture.

Areas of expertise:

Residential / Mixed-Use / Concept Design / Placemaking / Research

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

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