Business
Crispin Kelly is a man on a mission: to prove that superb architecture is a vital part of commercial real estate development. Since launching Baylight Properties 30 years ago, he’s focused on multifamily and office developments in central London. But an enthusiasm for suburban living has also seen him develop housing in suburban areas of England. Outside of his commercial work, Crispin champions the importance of architecture through his charity, the Baylight Foundation. He also chairs Open City and the Trustee Board at the London School of Architecture. But while Crispin often talks publically about architecture, he rarely discusses the commercial aspects of his operation. In today’s episode, he does just that. Listen now and you’ll discover: why he prefers to buy and hold (rather than sell) his completed properties. Where he finds his properties. How he closes deals. How he funds his developments. Where he sources finance. How he manages his properties. What profit margin he targets. And MUCH more…