The only way is brownfield

Managing Director, Barry Jessup, and Director, Olaide Oboh joined The Developer podcast for a chat recently. The conversation focused on why Socius prioritises impact and why this is at the core of decision making in the business.

Everything from Milton Keynes, B-Corporations, 5G and robots were also discussed alongside why Socius believes that brownfield development is the only way to go.

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  128. Cambridge artists showcase sustainability inspired art
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  129. MK Gateway shortlisted in 2022 Planning Awards
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  130. The only way is brownfield
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  131. Barings joins Socius to take forward Soapworks
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  132. Socius takes the lead on 10 acre redevelopment in Brooklands, Surrey
    Socius takes the lead on 10 acre redevelopment in Brooklands, Surrey
  133. Socius' tech focused consultation featured in EG
    Socius' tech focused consultation featured in EG
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    Barry Jessup debates the role of senior living in urban centres
  135. B-Corp month is here!
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    Buyers flock to launch of Edward Street Quarter homes
  137. Genuine local engagement will be vital for the Oxford-Cambridge Arc
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    Live your best Brighton life at Edward Street Quarter
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    Olaide Oboh debates the future of cars with BisNow
  140. First sunset shots taken from Edward Street Quarter
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  142. Doug Higgins discusses 'The New Sustainable Retail Experience'
    Doug Higgins discusses 'The New Sustainable Retail Experience'
  143. Socius welcomes Luke Martin to Bristol office
    Socius welcomes Luke Martin to Bristol office
  144. Barry Jessup discusses the future of the office in Property Week
    Barry Jessup discusses the future of the office in Property Week
  145. Our predictions for 2022 - ‘what’s in store’ and ‘what to look out for’
    Our predictions for 2022 - ‘what’s in store’ and ‘what to look out for’
  146. Olaide Oboh makes the Estates Gazette Most Influential list
    Olaide Oboh makes the Estates Gazette Most Influential list
  147. Ship’s hull inspires art installation at Edward Street Quarter
    Ship’s hull inspires art installation at Edward Street Quarter
  148. Welcome 2022!
    Welcome 2022!
  149. Our proudest moments in Brighton in 2021
    Our proudest moments in Brighton in 2021
  150. Join Bristol businesses and commit to net zero by 2030
    Join Bristol businesses and commit to net zero by 2030
  151. Socius and Patron comment on £180m MK Gateway planning
    Socius and Patron comment on £180m MK Gateway planning
  152. Construction progress at Edward Street Quarter
    Construction progress at Edward Street Quarter
  153. Introducing Socius Development Limited
    Introducing Socius Development Limited
  154. Formal Announcement about Socius
    Formal Announcement about Socius