Concrete Conversations - The Indian Real Estate Podcast

With its history of high population density, limited geographical footprint and heritage buildings, finding open land for new construction in Mumbai, today, is extremely rare. For this reason the city has seen a boom in redevelopment projects in both the private and public sector.To talk us through the details of such redevelopment projects, we have with us today Mr. Divyesh Doshi, Director at the Kinjal Group. The Kinjal Group is a Mumbai-based integrated real estate development and construction firm, with a focus on redevelopment projects, infrastructure projects and new construction. Their notable projects include the Crawford Market redevelopment for BMC, Kalyan Station Area Development, and Mazgaon Court Building for PWD. In the private sector they are also known for redevelopment and new construction projects in South Mumbai.Today we talk about the nature of Public Sector contracting, the models of engagement and the key factors in private redevelopment.So get ready for some Concrete Conversations!Have questions about Real Estate? Or topic you would love to hear more about on the Podcast? Connect with Concrete Conversations - The Indian Real Estate Podcast through the links below!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theindianrealestatepodcast/LinkedIn :https://www.linkedin.com/company/concrete-conversationsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXn-Aw24pqfmULyym7hCi6Q

Today's episode explores the novel concept of Managed Farmland! Since Covid, we have seen a rise in plotted development launches across the outskirts of metros along with tier 2 & 3 cities, as people crave open space, clean environments and a connection to nature. As urban Indians start to put more thought into their health, wellness, and  living a sustainable lifestyle, we're seeing a new trend emerge in India in the form of managed farmland.A lot of us may dream of retiring to a farm outside the city, but the process of actually setting up something like this in India can be complicated, not to mention all the work that goes into running a farm successfully. To solve for this, today's guests have worked on managed farm plots that utilize technology along with permaculture and regenerative farming principles, to help new age urban farmers realize their visions. Mr. Chitlur and Mr. Setty have been working on this concept through Hosachiguru Farms for more than a decade, and joined Hosachiguru after their own entrepreneurial ventures. Today, they have over 1000 customers, and have delivered 1200+ greened acres, creating ecosystems through timber and food forests for their growing community of co-farmers.In today's episode, we discuss how managed farmland works, how farmland should be viewed from an investment lens, creating farmhouses and unique experiences, the principles of regenerative agriculture, and much more!So get ready for some Concrete Conversations!Have questions about Real Estate? Or topic you would love to hear more about on the Podcast? Connect with Concrete Conversations - The Indian Real Estate Podcast through the links below!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theindianrealestatepodcast/LinkedIn :https://www.linkedin.com/company/concrete-conversationsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXn-Aw24pqfmULyym7hCi6Q

All over the world, we are seeing Climate change impact people's lives. The scope and complexity of the problem is massive, and solutions are often hard to implement. However, we know that Renewable energy, circular economies and sustainable practices all play a role, and that corporations, governments and the public are all stakeholders here.To talk to us about the interconnectedness of Real Estate and climate change, we have with us today Ms. Tanya Singhal, an industry expert with over 15 years of experience in the climate technology and renewable energy sector. An IIT Delhi alumnus, Ms. Singhal's professional journey began with the Boston Consulting Group, but soon transitioned to entrepreneurship with her founding SolarArise - a solar asset management company. During her tenure at SolarArise, the company was responsible for developing over half a gigawatt (GW) of solar projects across seven states in India, that went on to be listed on the London Stock Exchange. Today Ms. Singhal has embarked on a new mission with Mynzo Carbon, which stands for MyNetZerO. Mynzo leverages technology to automatically measure emissions, create individual climate identities, and provide personalized nudges for reducing carbon footprints. The vision extends further with My-Forest, a project aimed at carbon recapture to achieve net-zero emissions.In today's episode, we talk about the changes in the renewable energy market in India, the various stakeholders when it comes to climate action, and how each of them can play their part in helping to mitigate the problem.So get ready for some Concrete Conversations!Have questions about Real Estate? Or topic you would love to hear more about on the Podcast? Connect with Concrete Conversations - The Indian Real Estate Podcast through the links below!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theindianrealestatepodcast/LinkedIn :https://www.linkedin.com/company/concrete-conversationsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXn-Aw24pqfmULyym7hCi6Q

Welcome back for an episode with a recurring guest! Over the past few years, the air quality in urban India has gone from a seasonal problem in certain cities to a growing concern among the entire urban population in India. This can be seen in the AQI or Air Quality Index in most Indian cities, with more days of the year in the "severe" and harmful categories.Air pollution has many health effects, both direct and indirect, along with other factors like particulate matter. So what steps can be taken to mitigate the impact of poor air quality, both outdoors and in the spaces at which we spend the most time, our homes and workplaces?To answer this, we thought it would be the perfect time to reconnect with one of out first ever gusts on this podcast, and get an update on the issue of air quality in India! To talk to us about this, we have a returning guest in Mr. Abhinav Gupta, CEO of Active Buildings.With a background in engineering, Mr. Gupta started Active Buildings in 2016, to work on smart solutions that increase both the productivity and wellness of building occupants. In this episode Mr. Gupta revisits the current state of air quality in urban India, and talks about some interventions they have deployed in commercial, residential and even public spaces.So get ready for some Concrete Conversations!Follow the hosts on Instagram:Yash's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jumpform/Akshay's: https://www.instagram.com/kapz_99/Background score by Flowerbrain: https://linktr.ee/flowerbrain#TheIndianRealEstatePodcast #RealEstate #PodcastHave questions about Real Estate? Or topic you would love to hear more about on the Podcast? Connect with Concrete Conversations - The Indian Real Estate Podcast through the links below!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theindianrealestatepodcast/LinkedIn :https://www.linkedin.com/company/concrete-conversationsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXn-Aw24pqfmULyym7hCi6Q

Amongst emerging trends within the last 5 years, Fractional Ownership has become a popular concept to democratize Real Estate ownership for investors in India. According to a recent report from Knight Frank, the market for fractional ownership in India is projected to grow from $5.4 billion in 2020 to $8.9 billion in 2025.As this space grows, SEBI has recently approved the framework for Medium, Small and Micro REITs, with the aim of formalising this sector to protect investors and standardise best practices across the Fractional Ownership Space. To talk to us about these regulations, the fractional investment process and the future of such MSM REITs, we have with us today the Founder and CEO of the fractional ownership platform hBits, Mr. Shiv Parekh.After a BS in Engineering Physics from Stanford University and an MBA from Harvard Business School, Mr Parekh is no stranger to real estate entrepreneurship, having founded WorkLoft in 2015, then one of India's first few Coworking players. In 2018 he founded HBits, as one of the first players in the fractional ownership space in India. Today, hBits has AUM of approximately 310 crore INR from their 10 existing properties, and more than 90,000 registered users on their platform.Have questions about Real Estate? Or topic you would love to hear more about on the Podcast? Connect with Concrete Conversations - The Indian Real Estate Podcast through the links below!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theindianrealestatepodcast/LinkedIn :https://www.linkedin.com/company/concrete-conversationsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXn-Aw24pqfmULyym7hCi6Q

One of the biggest decision drivers of a real estate project is its financing. For developers, raising capital from the right sources is critical to enabling the project to be completed. Over the years sources of capital for Indian real estate have evolved from the traditional Institutional Banking, to include NBFCs and Institutional Private Equity. Recently, we have seen a significant rise in Real Estate focused Alternative Investment Funds, or AIFs, which fall under the umbrella of Real Estate Private Equity investments. The AIF space has also shown the sharpest growth in the Indian investments industry over the past 5 years, with a CAGR of over 50% To talk to us about the rise of AIFs and the options the Alternatives Investments Space offers to both investors and developers, we have with us today Mr. Ramashrya Yadav, Founder & CEO of Intergrow Asset Management.An industry veteran, Mr. Yadav started his career at Shapoorji Pallonji & Co. before becoming the CEO-Real Estate Practice at Edelweiss Financial Services Ltd. Mr. Yadav founded Intergrow in 2021, to contribute to the democratization of real estate ownership and through financial assets.So get ready to explore the rise of real estate alternative investments in India!Have questions about Real Estate? Or topic you would love to hear more about on the Podcast? Connect with Concrete Conversations - The Indian Real Estate Podcast through the links below!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theindianrealestatepodcast/LinkedIn :https://www.linkedin.com/company/concrete-conversationsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXn-Aw24pqfmULyym7hCi6Q

Joining us today is Mr. Vijeth Reddy, the Co-Founder and CEO of Kots a pioneering residential leasing company operating in East Bangalore, that caters to the needs of both tenants and Landlords.Renting an apartment in a metro city is fraught with challenges for both the tenant and the landlord. If you're a tenant you have several criteria you're juggling: price, location, quality of the apartment, proximity to shops, restaurants, ease of connectivity or commute to your office or college, and of course a Landlord who is attentive and responsive in the event something goes wrong or needs to be fixed in the apartment. If you're a landlord your main concerns are probably a tenant who pays their rent on time, who respects the property and doesn't cause any damage, who respects the buildings common areas, and of course there is a target rental yield you would like to achieve.For both parties there is an asymmetry of criteria and a lack of benchmarks for their expectations.To bridge this gap, Mr Vijeth Reddy and his wife Mrs. Sageetha Reddy, founded Kots in 2019. Kots is a pioneering residential leasing company operating in East Bangalore, that caters to the needs of both tenants and Landlords. An engineer by education, Mr. Reddy is a serial entrepreneur with a history of building startups in varying sectors.Kots is one of the few Indian companies in the residential sector that partners with developers to operate on a Build-to-Rent model. The company maximizes returns to the landlord, while also catering to 11-month rental contracts for India's young professionals, with their primary tenant demographic being 24-35 years of age. Kots also solves for the upkeep and turnover of the properties they manage. Kots has already grown a foundation in East Bangalore having served over 900 tennants and 50 different Landlords, in the last 4 years. The company's plans for the next two years include a tenant base of 3000, working with 100 different Landlords, and perhaps hoping to expand to other markets in India soon.So without further ado, let's get started.Have questions about Real Estate? Or topic you would love to hear more about on the Podcast? Connect with Concrete Conversations - The Indian Real Estate Podcast through the links below!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theindianrealestatepodcast/LinkedIn :https://www.linkedin.com/company/concrete-conversationsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXn-Aw24pqfmULyym7hCi6Q

Joining us today is Mr. Saurabh Garg, the Co-Founder and CBO of India's first Proptech Unicorn, NoBroker.During the last decade, one of the fastest growing sub-sectors within Indian Real Estate has been Proptech, as an increasing number of real estate transactions have been happening online. This surge is reflected in the investor market as well, with a total of $4 Billion in funding being poured into Indian proptech ventures since 2009.However, no progress comes without it's fair share of challenges. One such challenge being the disparity of information and transparency between the supply side (traditionally developers and brokers) and the demand side (traditionally real estate buyers and investors).Today, Mr. Garg talks to us about his prop-tech solution to address this challenge, amongst several others faced by tenants and homebuyers.With a history of successful entrepreneurship with his first venture, The Four Fountains Spa, Mr. Garg decided to start NoBroker in 2014, to address the pain points he had personally faced as a prospective tenant.Over time, NoBroker has become a full stack service provider, with an array of property services, catering to them achieving a company value at over $1B in their most recent funding round.Mr. Garg takes us through his journey with NoBroker, their expansion into complimentary verticals, and the application of data and algorithms to understand consumer behaviour, and improve the consumer experience within real estate.So without further ado, let's get started!Have questions about Real Estate? Or topic you would love to hear more about on the Podcast? Connect with Concrete Conversations - The Indian Real Estate Podcast through the links below!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theindianrealestatepodcast/LinkedIn :https://www.linkedin.com/company/concrete-conversationsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXn-Aw24pqfmULyym7hCi6Q

Welcome to Season 3 of Concrete Conversations, the Indian Real Estate Podcast! (now in Video format too on YouTube!)In the past couple of years, the lines between hospitality and commercial workspaces have started to blur, as the demand for premium amenities in grade A commercial spaces rises, and members clubs and collaborative spaces proliferate across India.There are efforts to reposition the traditional office building, by rewriting how people work and engage, while increasing the utilization of these spaces as well.To navigate this evolving landscape, we have with us today Mr. Vivek Narain, Founder of The Quorum Club and district150. Mr. Narain began his career in banking and transitioned into hospitality through a groundbreaking financial transaction in 2006, as a part of the sponsor team behind India Hospitality Corp (IHC), the first India-focused SPAC.In 2018, Mr. Narain co-founded The Quorum, a members' club business in India, aiming to reinvent this traditional landscape with a contemporary perspective. His latest venture, District150, is a 'hospitality-powered' meetings and events' hub, bridging the gap between a hotel and the future office / hospitality and the workspace.Today, we'll dive into the world of multi-purpose spaces, discussing how these concepts could reshape our work lives, especially in a post-COVID world. So without further ado, let's get started!Have questions about Real Estate? Or topic you would love to hear more about on the Podcast? Connect with Concrete Conversations - The Indian Real Estate Podcast through the links below!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theindianrealestatepodcast/LinkedIn :https://www.linkedin.com/company/concrete-conversationsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXn-Aw24pqfmULyym7hCi6Q

Joining us today Jonathan Schneider, Senior Director of JLL Capital Markets across the New England region, and Professor Keith Munsell, Master Lecturer of Strategy & Innovation and Head of the Real Estate Concentration at Boston University's Questrom School of Business.The world's of real estate and finance may not always seem like they share a symbiotic relationship but they do. Capital management is the start of every real estate project. The capital structure and the deals therein can make or break the viability of a project. It is no surprise that for this reason large Property Consultants offer a Capital Markets vertical that connects developers with lenders and investors.But how is the finance for large real estate projects structured? What is the difference between debt and equity exposure in real estate? How does the changing interest rate environment in the US and across the world affect the deployment of capital in real estate?Today Mr. Schnider and Professor Munsell talk about this and more,  breaking down the fundamentals of project finance and structuring,  and giving us an insight into this underlying and vital relationship between marquee projects and the capital that makes them possible.So get ready to capitalize on some unique insights about Capital Markets.Have questions about Real Estate? Or topic you would love to hear more about on the Podcast? Connect with Concrete Conversations - The Indian Real Estate Podcast through the links below!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theindianrealestatepodcast/LinkedIn :https://www.linkedin.com/company/concrete-conversationsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXn-Aw24pqfmULyym7hCi6Q

Joining us today is Mr. Ramesh Ranganathan, CEO of K Raheja Corp Homes.The increased standardisation in regulation and practices in Indian Real Estate in recent years has opened new horizons for developers. For example, the implementation of RERA, or the introduction of unified development regulations in Maharashtra both of which have allowed established developers to extend their presence across different verticals and markets.K Raheja Corp is one of Mumbai's oldest developers. They started with residential projects in the Mumbai market and were early innovators in the luxury residential segment through projects such as Raheja Vivarea. Over decades, they have diversified across verticals and markets to have a nationwide presence through ventures such as Mindspace Business Parks, Chalet hotels and more.Mr.  Ranganathan, is an industry veteran, with over 2 decades of experience in residential real estate. With prior stints with developers such as Lokhandwala Infastructure  and Mahindra Lifespaces, he joined K Raheja Corp in 2019 to spearhead the group's residential business.Today he talks to us about the impact of standardization on developers business, how developers cater to consumers across different markets, the impact of new infrastructure on Mumbai Real Estate and more!Have questions about Real Estate? Or topic you would love to hear more about on the Podcast? Connect with Concrete Conversations - The Indian Real Estate Podcast through the links below!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theindianrealestatepodcast/LinkedIn :https://www.linkedin.com/company/concrete-conversationsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXn-Aw24pqfmULyym7hCi6Q

Joining us today is Mr. Amit Ramani, CEO of Awfis, one of India's largest coworking and full-stack office solutions provider.The coworking and flexible workspace market in India has been through many ups and downs, with their explosive introduction and growth, spearheaded by international firms, followed by a period of peril and reorganization post Covid and the changes to the nature of work that came with it.Today, flexible workspaces are seeing a revival in India, with hybrid and distributed workspaces looking like a trend that is here to stay, driving a new wave of growth in this sector, and changing the way in which tenants and developers look at commercial real estate.Amit talks to us about this resurgence in the flexible workspace market in India, the growing trend of managed office spaces and full-stack office solutions, and the future prospects of this industry in India.Amit is an architect by education, with a Masters in Real Estate and Workspace Strategy from Cornell University. He worked with the design and build firm Nelson Global, and even set up their India operations. Amit founded Awfis in 2015 as one of  one of India's first co-working operators, and today, Awfis operates over 150 locations with 90,000 seats, across 17 cities and is one of the largest operators in this sector. Have questions about Real Estate? Or topic you would love to hear more about on the Podcast? Connect with Concrete Conversations - The Indian Real Estate Podcast through the links below!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theindianrealestatepodcast/LinkedIn :https://www.linkedin.com/company/concrete-conversationsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXn-Aw24pqfmULyym7hCi6Q

Joining us today is Mr. Nitin Govila, the Chief Sales & Marketing Officer for APAC and MEA at Serge Ferrari, a producer and global supplier of technical fabrics.When it comes to design, architects and engineers are always looking to incorporate innovative construction materials to bring their visions to reality, and create an iconic structure that is associated with them.But selecting innovative materials is often more than just a design consideration. Apart from being aesthetically pleasing, these materials can can often have other benefits as well, and can have an impact when it comes to heat and light management, acoustics, fireproofing and more.One such material is “technical fabrics” or “membranes”, which is widely used across the world in stadiums, airports, building facades and even interiors.Nitin completed his MBA from HEC in Paris and has close to 15 years experience working in international strategy and sales of building materials. Today he talks to us through structural quality, benefits, versatility and increasing applications of these technical fabrics across various  projects, including marquee projects of Serge Ferrari such as football stadiums at the Qatar world cup, and the iconic Burj-Al-Arab in Dubai.So Get Ready to Unravel the Yarns of Technical Fabric Applications in Real Estate!Have questions about Real Estate? Or topic you would love to hear more about on the Podcast? Connect with Concrete Conversations - The Indian Real Estate Podcast through the links below!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theindianrealestatepodcast/LinkedIn :https://www.linkedin.com/company/concrete-conversationsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXn-Aw24pqfmULyym7hCi6Q

Joining us today is Mr. Nikhil Rathi, the Founder and CEO of Web Werks, one of India's leading Data Centers.As technology and the internet become more ubiquitous in our lives and society, the backbone and infrastructure that enables this will have to expand as well. The connected world of today, along with all its comforts, on some level relies on data centers, the physical locations and servers that enable the storage, processing and transfer of data between our devices and the internet. India's rapidly growing data consumption, and new internet users has lead to substantial growth in this sector, as new data centers are built to cater to this demand.Nikhil talks us through this transformation of the industry,  from the time began his entrepreneurial journey in the technology sector with ventures for selling web hosting, to setting up entire data centers. Nikhil was also involved with setting up one of India's first private internet exchanges, and partnered with Iron Mountain Data Centers in 2021, recently launching their first Greenfield Data Center in Navi Mumbai, as they look to set up more hyper scale data centers across India.In this episode, Nikhil takes us through the setup and functioning of these data centers, the drivers behind the growth of this sector, and more!  So get ready to HyperScale your knowledge, about Data Centres in Indian Real Estate!Have questions about Real Estate? Or topic you would love to hear more about on the Podcast? Connect with Concrete Conversations - The Indian Real Estate Podcast through the links below!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theindianrealestatepodcast/LinkedIn :https://www.linkedin.com/company/concrete-conversationsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXn-Aw24pqfmULyym7hCi6Q

Joining us today Mr. Ravindra Pai, Managing Director at Century Real Estate Holdings, a Bangalore based real estate developer.Real Estate Development is a business that can involve long time horizons, and requires a forward looking strategy when it comes to things like consumer preferences, project planning, finance, and even land acquisition. Each project can take years to plan and execute, and developers often have to have a keen eye for the development trajectory of the markets and cities they operate in.But how do developers identify areas of high growth for the future?How do they anticipate the needs of their consumers?And how are developers today working to create brands that stand apart from the competition?In today's conversation, Mr.  Pai talk about all of this and more. An alumnus of IIM Bangalore, Mr. Pai gained experience in various fields including software programming and sales with organizations such as Tata Infotech, GE Capital and Oracle, before joining Century Real Estate, his family business, in 2003. Under his leadership, Century has undertaken more than 6 million SqFt of construction and currently has residential projects with a built-up area of around 5 million SqFt, including various themed plotted developments.Today, Mr. Pai talks to us about the evolving business model of Real Estate development in India, and how he helped transition Century Real Estate's business from a land aggregation and facilitation model, to that of an integrated real estate solutions provider. He also shares his experiences with other aspects of long term planning as a developer, including land banking, the application of technology and prudent use of debt.Have questions about Real Estate? Or topic you would love to hear more about on the Podcast? Connect with Concrete Conversations - The Indian Real Estate Podcast through the links below!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theindianrealestatepodcast/LinkedIn :https://www.linkedin.com/company/concrete-conversationsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXn-Aw24pqfmULyym7hCi6Q

As the coliving market regains some vigor after a trying pandemic period, we have with us today Rishi Sreedharan, the Co-Founder and CEO of Hyphen, a community focused  CoLiving operator. Renting a home as a student or young professional in India can be a daunting task.  Younger renters, especially in metro cities, are either priced out of suitable accommodation, or on the receiving end of structural problems in Indian rental markets. This gap between demand and supply has historically lead to the proliferation of unregulated PGs and hostels, which many young Indians are forced to rely on, in spite of the lack of standardized quality, safety amenities and often hygiene. Today, however, things are changing, with the emergence and growth of professionally managed and curated rental options for India's millennials and Gen Zs, through both student housing, and co-living. Co-living is a community focused residential format giving occupants professionally managed spaces, standardized services, amenities and above all a like-minded community to engage with and belong to. A civil engineer by education with MBA from the Fuqua School of Business, Rishi worked in REITs and Wealth Management in the USA, before returning to India, where he decided to leverage his industry experience and family legacy to address the need for quality housing options for younger people in India, by founding Hyphen. Hyphen currently operates across Delhi NCR, Bengaluru and Hyderabad, but aims to expand into new markets and sub-sectors in the near future.Today, Rishi talks to us about the need for coliving, the range of offerings in the market, and the prospects for the co-living market in India, in the foreseeable future.So without further ado, get ready for some Concrete Conversations!Background Music by FlowerbrainHave questions about Real Estate? Or topic you would love to hear more about on the Podcast? Connect with Concrete Conversations - The Indian Real Estate Podcast through the links below!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theindianrealestatepodcast/LinkedIn :https://www.linkedin.com/company/concrete-conversationsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXn-Aw24pqfmULyym7hCi6Q

Joining us today is Mr. Joe Albanese, Founder & CEO of Commodore Builders, a 20-year-old, $550 million Construction Management/General Contracting Firm located in Waltham, Massachusetts, in the USA. Joe completed his Civil Engineering from UMass Lowell and his MBA from Boston University, and joined the U.S. Navy Civil Engineer Corps early in his career, staying with them until his retirement in September 2009, at the rank of Captain, after 28 years of military service.  In 2018, Joe was appointed by the Governor of Massachusetts as Chief Recovery Officer leading disaster recovery and restorations efforts following the September 13th gas line explosions impacting three municipalities in the Merrimack Valley of Massachusetts. But what skills make Joe a successful real estate entrepreneur?What does it take to grow a half a billion dollar real estate enterprise?Today Joe takes us through his journey with Commodore, highlighting key projects, challenges and experiences that enabled him to weather economic storms and establish a firm that continues to strive for excellence and growth in the years to come. So without further ado, get ready for some Concrete Conversations!Background Music by FlowerbrainHave questions about Real Estate? Or topic you would love to hear more about on the Podcast? Connect with Concrete Conversations - The Indian Real Estate Podcast through the links below!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theindianrealestatepodcast/LinkedIn :https://www.linkedin.com/company/concrete-conversationsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXn-Aw24pqfmULyym7hCi6Q

Joining us today is Mr. Angad Sing Bedi, Managing Director of the BCD Group,  a 70-year-old construction company with experience in a vast variety of sectors, from hospitality to infrastructure, in India and globally.In recent years, the BCD Group's footprint has risen to over 60 million sq.ft., with  projects across verticals such as luxury, as well as middle to lower income housing, and the Group is now even working to establish a 1500 Cr real estate AIF, or Alternative Investment Fund, that will specialise in reviving economically stressed projects, along with Nisus Finance. In this episode, Mr. Bedi sheds light on current market trends, fundraising through the AIF model, and the opportunities connected to working with economically stressed assets.So get ready to invest your time in a conversation that will yield some incredible insights about Private Equity investment in Indian Real Estate!Background Music by FlowerbrainHave questions about Real Estate? Or topic you would love to hear more about on the Podcast? Connect with Concrete Conversations - The Indian Real Estate Podcast through the links below!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theindianrealestatepodcast/LinkedIn :https://www.linkedin.com/company/concrete-conversationsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXn-Aw24pqfmULyym7hCi6Q

Joining us today is Mr. Avinash Sule, Managing Director - Investment Management at RMZ Corp, one of India's largest private developers.Over the last decade, the infusion of foreign capital has changed the landscape of Indian Real Estate, with almost $24 Billion being invested between 2017-2021 alone. But why the interest in Real Estate in India?How do these multinational corporations evaluate what projects to get involved in?And how can foreign capital shape the future of this industry?Mr. Sule, draws on his extensive background in evaluating and facilitating large Private Equity investments in India, to not only answer these questions but also share deeper insight into the Private Equity landscape of Indian Real Estate.Mr. Sule  started his career with Meryl Lynch, enjoyed a lengthy tenure with the Qatar Investment Authority, and subsequently held advisory roles with large foreign developers and investment funds looking to invest in Indian Real Estate, prior to joining RMZ Corp.So get ready to invest your time in a conversation that will yield some incredible insights about Private Equity investment in Indian Real Estate!Background Music by FlowerbrainHave questions about Real Estate? Or topic you would love to hear more about on the Podcast? Connect with Concrete Conversations - The Indian Real Estate Podcast through the links below!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theindianrealestatepodcast/LinkedIn :https://www.linkedin.com/company/concrete-conversationsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXn-Aw24pqfmULyym7hCi6Q

Joining us today is Shesh Rao Paplikar of BHIVE, one of Bangalore's first co-working spaces that has since evolved into a multi-offering real estate firm.The Indian startup ecosystem has seen prolific growth over the past few years, and the Real Estate sector is no exception. Startups in this space, driven by innovations in technology, have made significant impacts in verticals like coworking, online property sales and even real estate investments. After a decade of working in the technology sector, including stints on Wall Street at Bloomberg, Shesh started BHIVE in 2014. In today's episode, Shesh takes through his journey of growing BHIVE form one of Bangalore's first organized coworking players to a real estate firm offering services ranging from managed office spaces to fractional ownership, real estate fintech solutions, and even investment vehicles such as a real estate specific AIF or Alternative Investment Fund. So as always, get ready for some Concrete Conversations!Background Music by FlowerbrainHave questions about Real Estate? Or topic you would love to hear more about on the Podcast? Connect with Concrete Conversations - The Indian Real Estate Podcast through the links below!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theindianrealestatepodcast/LinkedIn :https://www.linkedin.com/company/concrete-conversationsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXn-Aw24pqfmULyym7hCi6Q

Joining us today are Nidhi Kumra and Shubha Lal of Your-Space, one of India's first and largest organised Student Housing companies.Student housing has historically been an unorganized sector in India, with individual run, small scale providers dominating the market. However, as students return to college campuses in 2022, the demand for Purpose Built Student Accommodation is seeing a resurgence.  Both Shubha and Nidhi have had close to a decade of experience in the corporate world, having worked in consulting and investment banking respectively, at leading firms such as McKinsey and Company and Bank of America Meryll Lynch. Today they talk to us about the rebounding growth of Student Housing in India, and the growth potential that this sector holds.Your-Space was founded in 2016, and has soon become one of the largest organised players in the Indian student housing market, with over 7000 operational beds across 9 cities, as of earlier this year. Recently, Your Space has raised $10M as they expand their presence to new markets across India. So today on Concrete Conversations, let's educate ourselves about the rise of Student Housing in India.Background Music by Flowerbrain

Joining us today is the Co-founder & CEO of the tech-enabled fractional real estate investment platform, Strata - Mr. Sudarshan Lodha.The commoditization of Real Estate is a relatively new concept in the Indian market , but it's a concept that is fairly common in more mature financial markets.  On the private equity side, one of the sectors that has been at the forefront of this commoditization in India is Fractional Ownership.With over 9 years of experience in real estate and private equity law, Sudarshan has represented over $1.4 billion in investments, and, with the support of his co-founders and team, has led Strata to become one of the most well known names in the Indian Fractional Ownership space.So what are the gaps in India's personal finance market?What does fractional ownership offer investors? and Is real estate the right investment for you?The answers to all of tis and more in the conversation ahead!So, as always, join us for some Concrete Conversations!Background Music by Flowerbrai

Home buying can be a daunting process. The sheer volume of choices and information available, the documentation and due diligence involved, the financial planning required, altogether can make this process extremely overwhelming for anyone, and even more so for first time homebuyers.To help you navigate home buying in India, and give you some insights on how to select your dream home, we have with us today a luxury residential consultant, the Founder and CEO of Property First, Bhavesh Kothari.Bhavesh brings a decade of experience in Residential Real Estate across multiple markets in South India, including Chennai, Coimbatore, Hyderabad, Cochin and most extensively in Bangalore. After working for the Embassy Group to market their luxury projects, Bhavesh went on to found Property First in 2017, and they have since expanded their footprint to many more cities, dealing primarily in luxury residential real estate .In this Homebuyer's Guide for Indian Real Estate, Bhavesh sheds light on the right mindset for buying Residential Real Estate both as an end user and  as an investor, and walks us through this process, shedding light on topics such as property selection, documentation, finance and more.So, as always, join us for some Concrete Conversations, and let's cement the first step to finding you your dream home!Background Music by Flowerbrain

With the country's population not only growing population but also becoming more upwardly mobile, the demand for homes in India is only expected to rise in the foreseeable future. With over 40 million square feet delivered in 2021 and an expected 46 million square feet to be delivered in 2022, and supplemented by major infrastructure projects ongoing in nearly all the country's metros, the impact of the Real Estate sector on Climate Change  has become a focal point of debate in India's growth story.To assess the role of Real Estate in climate change, and to understand how the industry can offset, mitigate and decouple these effects from its growth story, we have with us today a domain expert in Real Estate and sustainability - the Head of Sustainability at Mahindra Lifespace Developers Ltd., Dr. Sunita Purushottam.Dr. Sunita has a PhD in Environmental Science and Engineering from IIT Bombay, and over 20 years of sustainability strategy and environmental consultancy experience in the areas of environmental impact assessment; air emissions modelling and more. Drawing on her learnings from working on projects across the UK, United States, Mexico, South Africa and India, Dr. Sunita sheds light today on topics at the epicentre of Climate Change and Real Estate, such as climate responsive design, hot-house earth syndrome, and developing India's first net zero residential project, Mahindra Eden. So, as always, join us for some Concrete Conversations, and get ready to unpack the nuances of Climate Change in Real Estate.Background Music by Flowerbrain

Over the last two decades, the landscape of residential real estate in India has changed significantly. As developers look to find novel ways to add value to their projects and stand out in a competitive market, we are seeing a greater emphasis on community, lifestyle and services.Joining us today is Mr. Ankur Gupta, the Joint Managing Director at Ashiana Housing Limited, who brings to the table a Masters in Real Estate from NYU, and over 20 years of development experience, across multiple markets and market segments in the residential sector.Ashiana Housing Limited has been a stalwart name in many Indian markets, having gone public in 1992. They have been pioneers in the residential space as the first to introduce Senior Living projects in India, and have even brought innovations to the residential sector with offerings like Kid centric homes, and Comfort homes.So, as always, join us for some Concrete Conversations, as Mr. Gupta shares his wisdom, and experiences about the ever evolving Indian Real Estate Market.Background Music by Flowerbrain

Joining us today is our first returning guest, the founder & CEO of MYRE Capital, Aryaman Vir.Since we last spoke with Aryaman, MYRE announced a 10x growth in its user base, within just 12 months, registering over 30,000 investors and Assets Under Management in excess of Rs. 175 Cr. Although he joined us on the show last year to talk about Fractional Ownership, today, Aryaman joins us to talking about his exciting new venture at MYRE, the launch of a Real Estate specific AIF (Alternative Investment Fund). As described by MYRE, the AIF “will be a first-of-its-kind SEBI regulated Neo-Investment fund, and will invest in A+ grade commercial real estate properties, which will be tenanted by blue-chip tenants for long-term leases”.But what is an AIF?How does it differ from other private sector investment options in Real Estate such as Fractional Ownership?What has the journey in real estate been for a tech enabled startup like MYRE?and What does the future hold for investors in Indian real estate?The answers to all of this and more in the conversation ahead!So, as always, tune in for some Concrete Conversations!Background Music by Flowerbrain

Joining us today is Bhawana Khetan, the Co-Founder and COO of Address Advisors, an Indian property consulting firm with a strong presence in Warehousing, Commercial and Residential real estate pan India.Bhawana has an extensive background in Real Estate valuations, with 9 years at Cushman & Wakefield, before founding Address Advisors in 2019. She's also a member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS) and over the years has worked towards the development of various funds that have been accredited for Investments in the Indian Real Estate Market, where she successfully advised developers on the optimal use of their capital.With the growing demand for e-commerce, and a rising consumerist culture, Warehousing is emerging as one of the fastest growing verticals in Indian Real Estate.In this episode Bhawana sheds light on:Methods for commercial real estate valuationFactors enabling the growth of warehousing in IndiaCurrent trends in the warehousing sectorHow retail investors can make returns on warehousing assetsand much more!So as always, get ready for some Concrete Conversations! Background Music by FlowerBrain

Joining us today is a stalwart name in Indian Real Estate, the Founder & MD of the Hiranandani Group of companies, and the National Vice Chairman of the leading real estate body NAREDCO, Dr. Niranjan Hiranandani.A visionary and a pioneer of new sectors, whether we're talking about Townships, Data Centres, Warehousing & Logistics, Education, or residential and commercial development, Dr. Hiranandani has played a pivotal role in both projects and policy bodies during his tenure in the industry. He serves as a member of the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) Conciliation Cell, formed by Maha RERA, has been a former member of the Task Force for reforms in Housing & Urban Development of Government of India, the Study Group on Slum Rehabilitation Scheme, Government of Maharashtra, and has even been the Convener ofthe Key Group representing the Business Community in the United Nations Conference on Human Settlements (HABITAT II). He is also the Provost of HSNC University in Mumbai and the Founder of the Niranjan Hiranandani School of Real Estate (NHSRE).In this episode Dr. Hiranandani sheds light on:the sunrise sectors and fastest growing sectors in Indian real estateinfrastructure, sustainable development and the future growth of the industryreal estate education and upscaling for industry professionalstownships, affordable housing and the role of industry bodies such as NAREDCO So as always, get ready for some Concrete Conversations! 

Joining us today is Aditya Verma, CEO & Founder, and Nikhil Madan, Co-Founder, of The Office Pass,a neighborhood Co-working Start-Up built on a Walk To Work Concept.The recent years have seen coworking emerge as a viable option all over the world, for freelancers and large firms alike. With remote work becoming a core business necessity over the past two years, an increasing number of employers are adopting various forms of hybrid working models, offering greater flexibility to both employees and employers.So, how has hybrid working changed the Commercial Real Estate market?What are Managed Offices?What does the future look like for coworking spaces?Aditya and Nikhil shed light on this and more drawing on their experience growing The Office Pass, since it's inception in 2017.So get ready to learn about the future of CoWorking in Indian Real Estate.

Joining us today is the Mr. Mohit Nirula, the CEO of Columbia Pacific Communities (CPC) - one of the global pioneers in Senior Living.What is the Silver Economy?What is the Difference between a Senior Living Community and  an Old Age Home? How do Senior Living Communities actually contribute to the idea of Positive Aging ? What role do the Economies of Scale play in making this model enticing to residents? What opportunities can this Sector provide Real Estate Investors?Answering these questions and more, Mr. Nirula demystifies this sector, which is now emerging in a big way across India, with examples and anecdotes from CPC's projects nationwide. Mr. Nirula himself has a background in Hospitality, with over 30 years managing the Oberoi Group hotels around the world. Today Mr. Nirula leverages this experience in the Senior Living Sector - a sector at the confluence of Hospitality, Real Estate, & Healthcare.So, today in Concrete Conversations, join us in surveying the landscape of Senior Living Communities in India!Background Music by Flowerbrain

Joining us today is the Simran Mehra, Realtor Associate at Halo Realty, a US based Real Estate Brokerage firm.Over the years the likes of Bigger Pockets, Robert Kiyosaki, Property Brothers and others have inspired a global trend of wealth creation through Real Estate, especially in the USA - where owning a home is part of the "American Dream".But what factors make business models like “flipping homes” commercially viable? How does the profession of Real Estate Broking work in the USA? And what are the differences between the US and Indian Real Estate sectors?Simran sheds light on this and more in an insightful conversation about Residential Real Estate in the USA, drawing on her years of experience in the Tri-State area residential market helping homebuyers find their dream home. Simran is licensed in the states of NY, NJ & PA, and specializes in international and domestic relocation, first time home buying, Residential investments, rental properties and Mortgage assistance.So, today in Concrete Conversations, get ready to navigate the nuances of residential real estate in the US Tri-State Area!Looking to buy or sell your home? Need help with home rentals? Contact Simran here or email her at SM4RealEstate@gmail.comTo keep up to date with Real Estate news in the USA Subscribe to Simran's Real Estate Newsletter here.Background Music by Flowerbrain

Joining us today is the Amit Damani, the Co-founder of Vista Rooms, one of India's leading holiday home rentals brands.Over the last few years, we've seen travellers shift their preferences in favour of "holiday homestays" as the look for more personally curated experiences and unique spaces to stay. This change in behaviour has given homeowners the opportunity to convert a lifestyle luxury into a revenue generating asset.But what is the value proposition for homeowners? What kind of unique experiences do these spaces offer travellers? And can vacation homes be a viable option for Real Estate Investors?Amit Damani, sheds light on all of this with insights from Vista Rooms'  journey -  which started with just a handful of homes in Lonavala and today operates over 400 properties pan India.So, what does the market for short term rentals in India look like? Find out today in Concrete Conversations.Background Music by Flowerbrain

Joining us today is the Architect of Instagram and Tik Tok fame, and Founder of Dear Modern, Cliff Tan.One of the most subjective areas of a home is its Interior Design. We all have different ideas, tastes and preferences. But what unites us, is that translating our ideas to a physical space can often prove to be a Herculean task. Cliff simplifies this daunting process, drawing on over 15 years of experience working at large architectural firms as well as his own practice, Dear Modern, which even offers remote interior design consultancy to a global clientele. How to design a home on a budget?How can you improve your home by making the most of your current interiors?What is Feng Shui and how can it help you design a better home?These are just some of the topics that Cliff shares some amazing insights on!So get ready for some Concrete Conversations that is guaranteed to help you make the best Interior Design choices for your home!Background Music by Flowerbrain

Joining us today is Mr. Sunil Mishra, Group Chief Strategy Officer at ANAROCK Property Consultants and CEO of TRESPECT India.Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) are at the forefront of PropTech innovations today.  But what are Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning? And how can they be applied in the Real Estate sector?To decode this cutting edge technology for us, Mr. Mishra, gives us an exclusive look at ASTRA, the sales maximising AI software developed by ANAROCK. In this episode, Mr. Mishra talks, Tech disruptors in the global Real Estate sector, the development of ASTRA and how it works, the current and future applications of AI and ML in Real Estate, and much more!So adjust your algorithms and get ready for some Concrete Conversations that are guaranteed to optimise your understanding of Artificial Intelligence in Real Estate!Background Music by Flowerbrain

Joining us today is Karan Bathija, Head of Sales at Aashiana Estate Consultants, a Mumbai based Real Estate Broking firm.• How can once become a Real Estate Broker? • Where should you begin? • Access to free  professional resources that will help you start out or further your career as a real estate brokerKaran sheds light on all of this and more drawing on his personal experience in buying, selling and leasing luxury properties across several Mumbai micro-markets and catering to a global clientele.   So, as always, tune in for some Concrete Conversations!Access the Free Professional Resources shared by Karan here!Background Music by Flowerbrain

Joining us today is Mr. Milind Korde, Founder and Managing Director of Ananta Landwise, a development management firm. • How has the business of Real Estate development changed?• What is the future of residential development in India?• Is Indian Real Estate ready for its next Bull run? Mr. Korde draws on his 33 years of experience in Real Estate Development, pan-India, to talk about this and more in an in-depth conversation about the Development Landscape of Indian Real Estate.So, as always, tune in for some Concrete Conversations!Background Music by Flowerbrain

Joining us today is Aryaman Vir, the Founder and CEO of MYRE Capital - a Fractional Ownership firm.What is Fractional Ownership? How does it differ from REITs? How does this PropTech disruptor add value for investors?Aryaman sheds light on this and more with current examples from MYRE Capital's property portfolio, in a conversation that highlights how you can get exposure to some of the best Real Estate assets in India, at a fraction of the cost.So, as always, tune in for some Concrete Conversations!Background Music by Flowerbrain

Joining us today is Rehan Poonawala, the Founder of ComXR - a Virtual Reality startup based in Mumbai.What is Extended Reality? Did you know that Virtual and Augmented Reality are the leading applications of PropTech?Rehan sheds light on this and more with examples from ComXR's portfolio of VR solutions in Real Estate, in a conversation that is sure to add new dimensions to your views on the confluence of Real Estate and Technology.So, as always, tune in for some Concrete Conversations!Background Music by Flowerbrain

Joining us today is Shobhan Kothari, Partner at ADND Studio, a multi-award winning architecture and design firm.Have you ever dreamed of owning a 2nd home? How do you find a design process that works for you? How do architects design spaces that create memorable experiences for their clients? What are the latest disruptors in architecture and interior design?Shobhan draws on his 20 years of experience designing luxury spaces to talk about all of this and more!So tune in for some Concrete Conversations!Background Music by Flowerbrain

Joining us today is Hardik Dutia, Investment Manager at Mapletree.How are REITs changing the investment game? What is Real Estate as a service? Is Warehousing the next big vertical in Indian Real Estate? Hardik draws on his breadth of experience in MnAs, Impact Investment and Real Estate Acquisitions and Asset Management to talk about this and more, in a conversation that pays dividends whether you're an avid investor or just getting started!So tune in for some Concrete Conversations!Background Music by Flowerbrain

Joining us today is Alfredo Muñoz, Founder and Head of Design at ABIBOO Studio.What are the advantages of Pre-fab Construction? Who are Digital Nomads? When will there be a city on Mars?Mr. Muñoz sheds light on this and more, drawing on examples from his portfolio of diverse projects across Asia, North America, Europe and Africa!So get ready for some Concrete Conversations!Background Music by Flowerbrain

Joining us today is Abhinav Gupta, CEO and Co-Founder of Active Buildings.Did you know that indoor air pollution is one of the leading risks to human life? What can you do to improve your indoor air?Abhinav sheds light on the importance of indoor air quality, along with some interesting use-cases and anecdotes from his experience in providing indoor air quality solutions across Asia Pacific!So get ready for some Concrete Conversations!Background Music by Flowerbrain

Joining us today is Akshaya Kumar, CEO of Park Lane Properties.How has Indian Real Estate changed over the years? What are some of the industry disruptors? Where is this industry headed? How should a young investor think about Real Estate?We address these topics and more  as Akshaya talks about the changes he has witnessed firsthand in his near 30 years of experience in the industry, along with amusing and insightful personal anecdotes!So get ready for some Concrete Conversations!Background Music by Flowerbrain

Introducing Concrete Conversations - The Indian Real Estate Podcast,  with your hosts Akshay Kapur and Yash Talreja.Yash has been working in Real Estate for 5 years, dealing in commercial real estate investment and development in Mumbai.Yash is also the founder @jumpform a Youtube Channel dedicated to Real Estate and Economics in India.Akshay has been working in Real Estate in India since 2015, and has been closely involved in the project management and consulting side of the industry.Akshay is also the host of the Go Beyond Podcast produced by @sonypicturesnetworksGet ready for some Concrete Conversations coming your way very soon !