The feature examines why purpose-built rental housing continues to attract renters seeking professionally managed homes, shared amenities, and a sense of community.
Earlier this year, The Telegraph published a feature story exploring the experiences of people living at Coppermaker Square, a residential property within QuadReal’s UK portfolio, as part of a broader look at the UK’s growing built-to-rent sector.
Through conversations with residents, the article examines the appeal of purpose-built rental housing, including professional management and thoughtfully designed shared spaces that support day-to-day living. The piece also highlights the continued growth of the built-to-rent sector as demand for professionally managed rental housing increases across the UK.
The resident perspective
The feature follows several residents who describe why they chose built-to-rent housing and how their experiences compare with more traditional rental options.
Key themes:
- Professionally building management
- Shared amenities and communal spaces
- Stability and convenience
- Opportunities to build connections with neighbours
Together, these stories offer a snapshot of how built-to-rent communities are evolving within the UK’s residential market.
About Coppermaker Square
Located in Stratford, East London, Coppermaker Square is a purpose-built rental community within QuadReal’s UK residential portfolio. The property offers studio, one-, two-, three-, and four-bedroom apartments, alongside a residents-only amenity programme that reflects a considered approach to how people want to live: a premium gym and studios, pool, spa, sauna and steam rooms, complimentary fitness classes, resident events, 24-hour concierge, and access to Conductor, a dedicated coworking space nearby. Its location provides access to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, Westfield Stratford City, and major transport links across London.
About QuadReal Residential Properties UK
QuadReal Residential Properties is a fully integrated residential platform managing built-to-rent homes and student accommodations across the United Kingdom and Ireland. Wholly owned by QuadReal Property Group, it brings together ownership, asset management, operations, and brand under a single institutional framework.
The portfolio includes more than 11,000 homes and student accommodations and forms part of QuadReal’s long-term residential strategy in the UK and Ireland.
