Way of Life

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Way of Life

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Company

  • Website: wayoflife.com

  • No. of developments: 9

  • Development locations: London, East Midlands, South East England, West Midlands

HomeViews Awards

  • 14 Excellence Awards

  • 14 Design Awards

  • 14 Facilities Awards

  • 13 Value Awards

  • 14 Management Awards

  • 13 Location Awards

Developments by Way of Life

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Award Winner 2025

The Lansdowne, B16

Award winner 2025

4.79

4.79

(280 reviews)

The Lansdowne, managed by Way of Life is located in Birmingham’s Edgbaston Village. The building offers 206 apartments, furnished or unfurnished. There are a mix of one, two and three-bedroom apartments and duplexes on offer. In addition, residents have access to a wide range of amenities including 24h concierge and free super-fast Wi-Fi. Similarly, facilities include a residents’ gym, a resident’s lounge, private cycle storage with a bike workshop. Residents can also utilise the Cultural Mixer space, which has a residents’ kitchen, big screen entertainment and events space.
6th

Ranked 6th out of 42 in Birmingham

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The Wullcomb, LE1

Award winner 2025

4.72

4.72

(275 reviews)

The Wullcomb is a Build to Rent development managed by Way of Life, located in the heart of Leicester. The building offers 297 apartments with a mix of spacious Manhattan studios alongside one and two-bedroom apartments. Residents have the option of choosing a furnished or unfurnished apartment. Additionally, there are a wide range of facilities and amenities on site. These include 24h concierge, secure car park and cycle storage, a rooftop terrace, a shared kitchen and dining space with modern lounge and a private theatre room.
2nd

Ranked 2nd out of 11 in Leicester

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Riverstone Heights, E3

Award winner 2025

4.68

4.68

(178 reviews)

Riverstone Heights is located on the banks of the River Lea. With a rooftop terrace mid-barbecue, a private lounge and dining room, Way of Life's newest residence is an elegant home in the heart of east London. Alongside thoughtfully designed apartments, the building’s first floor is dedicated to co-working; with meeting rooms, phone booths and a kitchen for residents. Residents can take meetings, or find a quiet corner to catch-up on their to-do list. Superfast WIFI and our onsite resident hosts are also included.
1st

Ranked 1st out of 21 in Bow

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The Kell, ME4

Award winner 2025

4.72

4.72

(156 reviews)

Located in Gillingham, The Kell is a Build to Rent development managed by Way of Life. It offers 192 new apartments with a mix of one, two and three bedroom apartments. As well as this, development is pet-friendly and residents have access to an onsite team with 24/7 CCTV security. Furthermore residents can benefit from secure bike storage and private balconies with views over the Chatham Docks.
1st

Ranked 1st out of 21 in Kent

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The Gessner, N17

Award winner 2025

4.72

4.72

(156 reviews)

The Gessner in Tottenham Hale offers 164 apartments to rent. These include a mix of studio, one, two and three bedroom apartments. In addition, the development offers a range of amenities, including a gym, smart parcel lockers, free super-fast Wi-Fi and an 24-hour on-site team. Furthermore, residents can enjoy rooftop garden views, cosy lounges and an on-site café.
1st

Ranked 1st out of 17 in Borough of Haringey

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This company is rated 4.70 out of 5.00.
4.7

1275 total reviews

This all-time rating combines reviewer scores for Experience, Value, Location, Facilities, Management and Design as well as the age and verification status of each review.

Some reviewers were offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

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Developments by Way of Life

Experience

4.7

Value

4.5

Location

4.7

Facilities

4.7

Management

4.7

Design

4.8

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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'.

Omid (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Draper, NW9

Apr 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Great building, excellent management, and a fantastic location

Omid (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Draper, NW9

Apr 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

The area is very convenient with a great mix of shops, restaurants, and cafes nearby. There are also good open spaces and everything feels well connected with reliable transport links. The street itself is generally quiet and well maintained. Parking can occasionally be a bit limited, but overall it’s a very comfortable and pleasant place to live.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

The management team has been excellent. They respond quickly and are always helpful and proactive in resolving any issues. Matt, Cameron, and Andrea in particular have been very supportive and easy to reach whenever needed.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Honestly, not much to flag. If anything, just that parking can sometimes be a bit limited, but everything else has been very smooth and positive.


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Zeineb (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Lansdowne, B16

Mar 2026

5
5
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5

would recommend moving in

Zeineb (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Lansdowne, B16

Mar 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

ambulances and police cars pass by alot but everything else is good and feels pretty safe as well. Good range of supermarkets

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

They were very accommodating and were able to give us solutions very quickly

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Train station is a bit of a walk , very nice area and close to everything


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Patrick Dong Kyu (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Draper, NW9

Mar 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Excellent choice

Patrick Dong Kyu (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Draper, NW9

Mar 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

One of the excellent apartments I've lived in among the ones tried in many different countries. Absolutely loving my new flat. 10 quick minites of walk to colindale station, super quite and cleam neighbor.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

As soon as I let them know about the problem, they address it immediately.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

I don't really have one so far. Everything seems so smooth at this apartment.

Manager response

Hi Patrick, Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re absolutely delighted to hear that The Draper stands out as one of the best places you’ve lived, especially given your experience across different countries—that really means a lot to us. It’s great to know that you’re enjoying the modern design, cosy feel, and overall quality of the apartments. We’re also really pleased that the smooth move-in experience and responsive service have made settling in so easy for you. Your kind words about the team are hugely appreciated. Matt, Delano, and Andrea will be thrilled to hear your feedback—it’s wonderful to know they’ve made such a positive impression and have been consistently helpful and approachable. We’re glad you’re enjoying the peaceful surroundings and convenient location, with Colindale station just a short walk away. Thank you again for your recommendation and for being part of The Draper community. If there’s ever anything you need, we’re always here to help. Warm regards,

Posted by

Cameron, General Manager

Apr 2026


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Jess Y (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Lansdowne, B16

Mar 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Well-managed and enjoyable environment

Jess Y (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Lansdowne, B16

Mar 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

I feel very safe here, and the staff is consistently friendly and approachable. The public areas are always well-maintained, which makes the environment pleasant and welcoming. I particularly enjoy the social events, as they make it easy to connect with others in the community.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

he building management has been responsive and helpful whenever I’ve raised any issues, addressing them promptly and professionally.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

The car park is quite popular, so spaces may not always be immediately available.


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Zihan Yang (Tenant)

Unverified

Riverstone Heights, E3

Mar 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Excellent Living Experience at Riverstone

Zihan Yang (Tenant)

Unverified

Riverstone Heights, E3

Mar 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Living here is very convenient with excellent transport links and a nearby metro station, making commuting easy. There is a huge Tesco open daily until midnight, which is perfect for shopping. The community also has a public reading room that is cozy and comfortable. Additionally, the staff are extremely friendly and welcoming.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

I really love all the building managers here! My favorites are Saad and Helga, both of whom are incredibly welcoming. This is my first time living in a co-living apartment, so I had many questions, and Saad was always patient and helpful. Since I’m Chinese, he would even say the Chinese words he knows to make me laugh when I felt nervous. Helga greets me with so much warmth every time we meet, which makes me feel genuinely happy. I truly appreciate them!

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Honestly, so far I’m very happy living here. The only thing I wish I had known earlier is how convenient it is—I can get direct access to three train stations, which makes it super easy to reach London’s stations and is perfect for someone like me who loves to travel!

Manager response

Thank you, Zihan, for your wonderful and detailed feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you’re enjoying both the apartment and the local area, and that the transport links and nearby amenities have made your daily life so convenient. It’s especially great to know that Saad and Helga have made such a positive impression—they’ll be thrilled to hear your kind words. We’re also glad the move-in process and communication met your expectations. We truly appreciate your recommendation and are so happy to have you as part of the community! Kind regards, Darek

Posted by

Darek Dyszynski, Building Manager

Mar 2026


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