Olympian

Olympian Homes has been actively trading since 1993, specialising in the sourcing and development of mixed commercial and residential sites. The company primarily engages in partnerships with 'blue chip' retail and hotel end users. Operating within the Olympian Group of Connected Companies, the firm has conceived and delivered approximately 45 projects over the past 27 years. These developments collectively encompass over 4.6 million square feet of mixed-use space. The broader group includes various property development entities, alongside Larista Construction, which serves as its in-house construction company. Based in London, United Kingdom, Olympian Homes focuses on large-scale developments for institutional clients.

The company maintains a proven track record in delivering comprehensive, end-to-end property development solutions for commercial end users. Olympian Homes is dedicated to creating tailored, well-designed apartments that integrate a range of state-of-the-art options to meet the needs of contemporary urban dwellers. The firm's expertise spans several key property sectors, including Residential, which encompasses Build-to-Rent (BTR), Co-Living, and Speculative Development. Additionally, Olympian Homes specialises in Student Accommodation, Hotels, and Retail developments. This diverse portfolio highlights the company's capacity to manage and execute complex projects across various market segments.

A significant area of specialisation for Olympian Homes is Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA). The company has a robust track record in this sector, having delivered over 1,500 student beds within the last four years. Furthermore, Olympian Homes has a secure pipeline, or is currently in the process of delivering, an additional 2,000 student beds. Notable PBSA projects include the Haymarket development in Bristol, which features 442 PBSA units, and Rialto House in York, providing 275 student bedrooms. Other significant student accommodation developments by the firm include Alfreton Road in Nottingham with 790 bedrooms, Arena Point in Leeds offering 633 bedrooms, and a substantial 1,200-bedroom scheme at Lamb Street. The company also developed Altus House, which comprises 752 student bedrooms.

Beyond its focus on student accommodation, Olympian Homes is also highly active in the Build-to-Rent (BTR) market. The firm currently has over 1,000 BTR units with planning permission secured, and an additional 1,500 units in its development pipeline. An example of their BTR work is The Fairfax, a 488-unit development in Manchester, where construction began in September 2022, transforming a previously neglected area into a modern residential community. The company also places a strong emphasis on Co-Living schemes, having secured sites for a further 1,500 units in London. This includes the Marsh Wall project in Canary Wharf, which is designed to deliver 805 co-living studios across a 46-storey building, serving as the flagship for Olympian's Vivus Living brand. This Marsh Wall scheme has notably received Gateway 2 permission, making it the tallest Co-Living development in the UK to achieve this approval.

Olympian Homes' development process is comprehensive, encompassing all stages from initial site acquisition through to project completion. The company frequently engages in strategic partnerships to facilitate the delivery of its projects. For instance, the firm collaborated with Cain for the Haymarket development in Bristol. Another significant partnership saw Olympian Homes form a joint venture with AECOM Capital for a £150 million development of two multifamily towers in Manchester city centre, which will accommodate approximately 425 residential apartments. More recently, the company partnered with Hines for the development of over 500 new net-zero homes at Pottery Lane in Newcastle City Centre. These collaborations underscore the firm's integrated approach and its capability to deliver large-scale, complex developments across various urban centres in the UK.