Urbanity Session Highlight: Housing, Done Differently

As the housing crisis intensifies, innovative development models are crucial in bridging the affordability gap.

At this year’s Urbanity, The Urban Developer has assembled the industry’s most progressive thinkers to address how private developers are tackling the missing middle.

This panel will delve into forward-thinking strategies that address market crunches. Tim Riley, Natalie Rayment, and Panos Miltiadou will share their insights on collaborative projects, sustainable planning, and effective project management.

Their collective expertise highlights how private developers are creating impactful, affordable housing solutions to meet the growing demand and alleviate the crisis.

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Meet our expert speakers

Tim Riley: Property Collective founder and development director

• Background: Experienced in co-investing and property development, with a history of successful collaborative projects.

• Company Focus: Property Collectives specialises in joint-venture property developments, creating architecturally designed homes with a focus on affordability and sustainability.

• Projects: The company has completed nine projects, delivering 60 homes across various locations.

• Mission: To create quality, environmentally responsible buildings that generate financial and social capital for participants.
  
  

Natalie Rayment: Wolter Consulting Group co-chair and executive director

• Experience: More than 25 years in town planning, specialising in statutory planning and development facilitation.

• Company Focus: Wolter Consulting Group provides multi-disciplinary consultancy services, including planning, environment, design and project delivery.

• Notable Roles: Member of several professional committees and co-founder of YIMBY Qld, advocating for good development.

• Recognition: Awarded Outstanding Women in Planning 2020 and Women in Leadership 2023 by peers and industry bodies.
  
  

Panos Miltiadou: Lucent managing director

• Experience: Has delivered more than $400 million in projects, specialising in mid and highrise commercial and residential developments.

• Company Focus: Lucent provides development and project-management services throughout the entire development lifecycle.

• Expertise: Miltiadou brings strong technical skills as a qualified engineer, focusing on design for buildability and value management.

• Projects: Successfully completed an extensive portfolio of developments, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
  
  

A little about Urbanity

Taking place on the Gold Coast in July-August, Urbanity 2024 will bring prominent industry figures from the Asia-Pacific region together for the three-day conference. The event will unravel the most recent trends, disruptions and themes that influence the evolution of cities in the region.

With a record of selling out its the past five editions, Urbanity is an essential gathering for individuals engaged in the development of cities and urban spaces.

Save $300 on your ticket by registering before June 1, 2024.

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