Tall residential buildings are a necessary part of meeting housing need in major cities, but are they working well for the people who live in them?  

With a significant number of post-war high-rise homes ageing and no clear national approach to renewal, what comes next? Managing the complexities of modern high-rise buildings also brings challenges for both residents and social landlords. And in development terms, how do we balance density, design and viability while creating places where people want to live?  

This session will take a practical look at what it takes to make high-rise living work day to day, from design choices through to long-term management.  

We’ll explore what shapes a good resident experience, consider where things fall short, and discuss how to better align development and operations in dense urban settings.