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All About Housing
Welcome to the All About Housing Podcast, where we dive deep into all things housing!
Whether you're a housing association, investor, property advisor, landowner, or just curious about the world of housing, you're in the right place. This series will cover a range of topics, including the inner workings of Stonebond, the nuances of housebuilding and industry trends.
Along the way, we'll also feature expert guests, real-life success stories, and practical advice from two guys who know the block inside out, Graham and Richard Cherry, The Co-Chairmen of Stonebond.
All About Housing
From Humble Beginnings: Going back to Countryside Properties
In this episode, Graham and Richard Cherry, Co-Chairmen of Stonebond, explore their early years deeply influenced by their father's passion for property. They reveal the humble beginnings of Countryside and how they navigated its evolution into a prominent nationwide housebuilder. Whilst also shedding light on the commitment to innovation, quality and community building that has been passed down from their father’s learnings.
The podcast takes a deeper dive into Countryside's commitment to mixed tenure housing and challenging the traditional approach of monotonous council estates. Through collaborations with housing associations, the company pioneered the development of mixed tenure communities, ensuring a seamless blend of diverse housing options.
Richard and Graham share impactful stories of regeneration projects in urban areas, transforming deteriorating council estates into thriving communities. From Peckham to Canning Town, these ventures were not only commercially successful but also immensely satisfying, showcasing the transformative power of quality development.