Richard Cook - Clarion Housing Group

Richard Cook, Group Director of Development at Clarion Housing Group, joins Real Estate Whispers to share his inspiring journey—from overseeing residential projects in the Middle East and Baku to leading large-scale mixed-tenure developments across the UK. He reveals his view on where the next global real estate hubs will emerge and explains how AI is revolutionising development, from smarter site selection to more personalised tenant experiences . Richard also outlines Clarion’s bold ambitions and offers heartfelt advice to the next generation of real estate professionals on innovation, sustainability, and shaping thriving communities.