Company
Website: www.ilivearound.com
No. of developments: 10
- Development locations: London, North West England, West Midlands, Yorkshire and the Humber
HomeViews Awards
Awards displayed are those earned by the Company in the past 24 months
7 Excellence Awards
8 Design Awards
8 Facilities Awards
7 Location Awards
8 Value Awards
8 Management Awards
Company
Website: www.ilivearound.com
No. of developments: 10
Development locations: London, North West England, West Midlands, Yorkshire and the Humber
HomeViews Awards
7 Excellence Awards
8 Design Awards
8 Facilities Awards
7 Location Awards
8 Value Awards
8 Management Awards
Developments by ila
Viewing 1-5 out of 10

Pall Mall Press, L3
Award winner 2025
4.72
(143 reviews)
Ranked 5th out of 30 in Liverpool

Equipment Works, E17
Award winner 2024
4.36
(91 reviews)
Ranked 3rd out of 12 in Walthamstow

Hairpin House, B12
Award winner 2024
4.77
(80 reviews)
Ranked 13th out of 42 in Birmingham

Sherborne Place, B16
Award winner 2024
4.66
(80 reviews)
Ranked 15th out of 42 in Birmingham

Swan Street House, M4
Award winner 2025
4.73
(54 reviews)
Ranked 6th out of 68 in Manchester
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Some reviewers were offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Developments by ila
Experience
4.6
Value
4.4
Location
4.6
Facilities
4.5
Management
4.6
Design
4.6
Viewing 1-5 out of 522
Reviews marked with a green tick show tenants whose residency we have been able to verify. Those that could not be verified are marked 'unverified'.
Tenant (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Hairpin House, B12
Mar 2026
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Lovely place to live whilst at university.
Tenant (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Hairpin House, B12
Mar 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
There are many corner shops and convenience stores in the area and a larger supermarket is only a 20 minute walk away so very handy. Transport links are good with new street station relatively close by and a bus stop just outside of the building. Parking is not great being permit only and no guest parking is available on site which makes guest visiting difficult. The street is not the cleanest and is not the most amazing area but the building itself is lovely and feels very safe.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
We have not needed to raise any issues but when we moved in all questions were answered and maintenance requests are dealt with in a timely manner.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
I wish I had known there is no guest parking available. It says guest parking on the ila app so would have been nice to know this is not available here.
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Florence (Tenant)
Unverified
Equipment Works, E17
Mar 2026
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Equipment Works
Florence (Tenant)
Unverified
Equipment Works, E17
Mar 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The overall environment and surrounding of the residential property is satisfactory. The law and order is secure. Parking availability is sufficient. Traffic noise does not exist. Local amenities are offered nearby.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Overall satisfactory with replies and polite attitude. The clubhouse is clean and cosy.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
More about local amenities eg map, cafes, supermarkets.
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Anna & Charcoal (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Hairpin House, B12
Mar 2026
A place where you feel like home
Anna & Charcoal (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Hairpin House, B12
Mar 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
It is a short walking distance to the city centre where you would find the best eateries, top shops and entertainments that you can easily spend a whole day there.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Issues with our apartment are usually dealt promptly. I can recall one occasion when our door lock failed to work; it was late at night so there was very little the team could do but wait for it to be fixed the next day. I was reassured by the night staff that he would keep on eyes on our flat and he would come up to the flat and help anytime we felt he was needed. To this day, we are still grateful for that little extra comfort we were given.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
I believe that it would be useful to let potential tenants know that this is a pet-friendly building so that people are aware that they will run into furry four legs. As a pet owner myself, I can proudly say that we are highly disciplined pet owners.
Manager response
Thank you so much for your thoughtful and detailed feedback. We’re delighted to hear that the 24/7 on-site team helps you feel secure and supported, and that you’re enjoying the rooftop gardens and communal spaces—it's great to know they’re making a positive difference, especially for working from home. It’s also wonderful to hear that you’re making the most of the location and everything the city centre has to offer. We appreciate your helpful suggestion about highlighting the pet-friendly nature of the building. Transparency is important to us, and your feedback will certainly be taken into account to better inform future residents. Thank you as well for sharing your experience with our team during the door lock issue. We’re really pleased that our staff were able to provide reassurance and support during that time—it’s exactly the level of care we aim to deliver. We truly value your recommendation and are grateful for your kind words.
Posted by
Emma Burrows, City Manager - Birmingham
Mar 2026
Ghazala (Tenant)
Unverified
Hairpin House, B12
Mar 2026
Hairpin House is a great place to live with many facilities for working from home a garden terrace and many other places to sit and unwind.
Ghazala (Tenant)
Unverified
Hairpin House, B12
Mar 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The area is close to the city centre and in particular the bullring only a 10-15 min walk. There is a very popular restaurant along the road which is really ideal. There are also small convenience stores with one just a 5 min walk away. There is visitor parking on the street behind hairpin house Warwick street which is ideal for any visitors.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
The management is always on hand for any queries and questions the residents have.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
I would have preferred a few bays for visitor parking even if there is a small charge. It just makes it ideal and convenient when visitors esp those with young children visit.
Manager response
Thank you for your detailed feedback—we really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We’re pleased to hear that you feel safe and well-supported, and that the on-site security and gated access contribute positively to your peace of mind. It’s also great to know that the location, nearby amenities, and proximity to the city centre have been beneficial for you. We’re glad our management team has been responsive and helpful when addressing any queries or issues—this is something we always strive to maintain. We also appreciate your suggestion regarding visitor parking. We understand how important convenience is for residents and their guests, especially for families, and we will take this feedback into consideration for future improvements. Thank you again for your recommendation and for sharing your thoughts.
Posted by
Emma Burrows, City Manager - Birmingham
Mar 2026
ST (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Hairpin House, B12
Mar 2026
Hairpin house
ST (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Hairpin House, B12
Mar 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Close distance to central area with lots of shops and restaurants. Easy to get to train stations and coaches.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Quick fix with issues equipments such as laundry machines with regular check up
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Friendly staffs who are always ready to help with any issues
Manager response
Thank you so much for sharing your lovely feedback! We’re really glad to hear that you’ve enjoyed the events, found our team approachable, and felt comfortable using the study spaces, conference rooms, and rooftop garden. It’s great to know the location and transport links have made things even more convenient for you too. We’re especially happy that our team has been able to support you quickly whenever issues have come up—your kind words mean a lot to us. We’re always working to keep the building clean, welcoming, and running smoothly, so it’s wonderful to hear that this has made a positive difference in your experience. Thank you again for taking the time to share your thoughts—and for recommending us! We truly appreciate it. If there’s ever anything more we can do to make your stay even better, we’re always here to help.
Posted by
Mark Collins, Assistant Community Manager
Mar 2026
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