In this episode of The Developers Club Podcast, host Ben Wilson is joined by Alan Waxman, Founder and CEO of Landmass, to explore how design-led thinking, attention to detail and buyer psychology drive value in prime London property development.

With over two decades operating at the top end of the market, Alan shares how his journey evolved from buy-to-let into development, design, advisory and acquisitions, and why space quality, ceiling heights and volumetric design consistently outperform bedroom-led strategies.

The conversation spans real-world lessons from delivering high-value homes in London, navigating shifting market conditions, and why developers must increase specification and clarity of design in more challenging markets. Alan also shares practical insight into funding, deliverability and positioning schemes to stand out with increasingly discerning buyers.

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In this episode of The Developers Club Podcast, host Ben Wilson speaks with Michael Kiely, former Chief Planner and member of the Planning Officers Society.

With decades of experience in UK planning, Michael provides insight into housing policy, public investment, and the practicalities of delivering large-scale development. He shares advice for developers and planners on:

-How housing benefit and temporary accommodation spending could fund council housing -The importance of site knowledge and walking your patch

-Leading planning teams with a clear vision

-Balancing quality with pragmatism in project delivery

The discussion also explores changes in planning since the 1970s, common misconceptions about planning officers, and advice for young professionals entering the field.

Timestamps

00:00 – Introduction: Michael Kiely’s career in planning

04:20 – Public investment vs. housing delivery

09:15 – Pragmatism in planning and development

15:45 – Site visits and understanding your patch

22:10 – Clear vision, leadership, and team buy-in

28:30 – Advice for young planners and developers

35:00 – Optimism for the future of planning

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In this episode of The Developers Club Podcast, host Ben Wilson speaks with Ben Beadle, CEO of the National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA).

With over 20 years in the property sector, Ben shares his journey from becoming a landlord at just 20 years old to now representing 112,000 members who collectively provide over 1 million homes across the UK. He reflects on the challenges of regulation, the realities of supply and demand, and the misconceptions surrounding landlords in today’s housing debate.

The conversation explores the evolution of the private rented sector, how policy is reshaping landlord responsibilities, and why professionalisation is key to the future of renting in the UK.

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In this episode of The Developers Club Podcast, host Ben Wilson speaks with Hannah Chapatte, Founder & CEO of Hybr, about her journey from frustrated student renter to building one of the UK’s fastest-growing PropTech platforms.

Hannah shares the realities of starting out as a young founder in the property sector, from bootstrapping with a simple Squarespace site to securing multi-million pound investment rounds. They explore the challenges of transforming the student rental experience, the technology behind Hybr’s growth, and the opportunities for landlords, developers, and investors to engage with the next generation of renters.

In this episode, we cover:

• How Hannah identified gaps in the UK student lettings market

• The early days of Hybr and the transition from bootstrap to investment-backed growth

• Challenges of being a young founder in the real estate industry

• How PropTech is reshaping landlord–tenant relationships

• The importance of trust, transparency, and support for students

• Hybr’s vision for scaling and the future of the rental sector

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In this episode of The Developers Club Podcast, host Ben Wilson speaks with Ben Hall, founder of LOFT Living, about how interior design and furnishings have evolved to add real value to residential developments, from social housing and student accommodation to HMOs and build-to-rent.

Ben shares practical insights on creating flexible, functional living spaces that support work, rest, and play simultaneously. They also explore how social impact initiatives like Time for Bed improve education outcomes by providing beds to children in need. The conversation covers navigating recent legislation favoring large corporate landlords, budgeting smartly, and leveraging interior design to boost rental income and property appeal.

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In the first episode of The Developers Club Podcast, host Ben Wilson speaks with Aaron Emmett, Group Managing Director of Click Group, about his journey from an 8-unit conversion to delivering a £74 m GDV, 238-home scheme.

Aaron shares the reality behind scaling in property — from structuring deals and managing investor equity to stepping in as main contractor after a builder collapse. We also explore planning gain, modular and airspace development, wellbeing, and how Aaron now advises Edmond de Rothschild.

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This new series brings you in-depth conversations with key figures across UK real estate, including developers, investors, consultants and professionals shaping the built environment. Each episode offers expert insight, proven strategies and honest reflections on what it really takes to scale in today’s market. Created for those who are driving the future of UK property, this podcast is here to inform, challenge and inspire. Subscribe to our YouTube channel, Spotify and Apple Podcasts to be one of the first to tune in when episodes go live.