“We have enjoyed working with the Quality of Life Foundation and found the team to be collaborative and thorough in their approach, seeking to understand what we wanted to achieve from our post-occupancy research and developing a methodology to deliver this.  We particularly valued their commitment to capturing independently the genuine lived experience of residents living in our completed developments and the findings will be very useful to us in reflecting and refining our approach to placemaking and the delivery of our new communities.”

“We really enjoyed working with the Quality of Life Foundation on this groundbreaking research into the social impact of build-to-rent developments. Their independence, credibility, and hands-on experience with residents made them an invaluable partner.”

“The Quality of Life Foundation has been an invaluable partner in our most recent project. Their expertise and professionalism have consistently exceeded our expectations. The team’s ability to deliver high-quality research and insightful stakeholder engagement (including leading workshops with key stakeholders), all while adhering to deadlines, has significantly enriched our learning throughout this piece of work. We highly recommend the Quality of Life Foundation for their dedication, thoroughness and outstanding work.”

 “Public health teams across the country are working with their colleagues in planning, and other departments, as well as the local community, to create environments that promote good health and wellbeing. This helpful guide has brought together evidence-based tools and real-life examples to showcase the very best of what can be achieved by working in partnership like this at a local level.”

 “Where we live profoundly impacts our health and wellbeing. Instead of relying solely on the NHS to treat the symptoms of poor health, we should shift our focus to creating health by ensuring conditions that promote wellbeing. 

“This publication is incredibly useful as it provides clear guidance and evidence-based tools for councils to shape healthier, more equitable communities. The innovative case studies throughout the publication highlight the vital role of planning in addressing health inequalities and cultivating healthier environments.”

“The Quality of Life Foundation’s expertise in research and engagement helped us test our framework and develop a suite of tools built upon what we already do well. It’s been a pleasure to work so closely with such passionate individuals and organisation.”

“The Framework is extremely helpful in moving the conversation away from one that is focused on housing numbers and traffic, to one that has a far more positive outlook and where the community can begin to proactively shape change.”

“We have found working with the Quality of Life Foundation beneficial for all our teams – and most importantly our residents. Quality of Life Foundation has delivered two post-occupation evaluation studies for us and the output has been great to help us learn and improve – sharing the outcomes and best practice through CPD events has also enabled us to improve knowledge across the company.”

“A timely and significant report, with practical and insightful advice for communities, developers, designers, and councils. To create and sustain healthy, happy, and successful places for us, our children, and grandchildren it is imperative that each corner of the real estate sector takes its wider obligations seriously.”

“This comes at a moment when everyone is re-evaluating what is important to them, especially where we live and how we work. As an industry, we also need to reflect on this as we enter a new era for the nation. As we consider the principles which will guide the future of development and regeneration, we need to assess how we ensure the wellbeing of our people and our communities, and what it means to be sustainable.”