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Kunle Barker
Sustainability
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Transform property portfolios with Kunle Barker, speaker and sustainable design expert. Kunle works with developers and organisations to implement innovative urban planning and eco-friendly renovation solutions, delivering award-winning projects including the multi-billion-pound Brent Cross Town regeneration.


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Kunle Barker is a leading voice in the UK’s property and construction sectors, renowned for his insights into sustainable design, innovative urban planning, and property renovation. With an extensive background in construction management and media, Kunle combines technical expertise with a flair for engaging audiences on the issues that shape our homes and communities. Starting his career in construction while studying for a Master’s degree at the University of Leeds, Kunle soon founded his award-winning construction and design management company, Illustrious Homes, in 2004.
Over the years, Kunle has overseen thousands of residential refurbishments, school renovations, sports centre refits, and private high-end builds, with a dedication to quality and innovation that has earned multiple accolades, including ‘Property Expert of the Year’ and ‘Design & Build Company of the Year.’ Kunle is also a familiar face on British television, co-presenting popular shows like ITV’s Save Money: My Beautiful Green Home and Love Your Home & Garden with Alan Titchmarsh, Renovate Don’t Relocate with Sarah Beeny, and Grand Designs Live, where he regularly speaks alongside renowned design figures like Kevin McCloud. Through these platforms, Kunle advocates for sustainable building practices and provides practical advice to homeowners and industry professionals alike. Kunle writes for the Architects’ Journal and the Evening Standard, sharing his knowledge on topics from property development to architecture and design trends.
His expertise also sees him consulting with government bodies on housing policy, addressing challenges like urban development and sustainability. Most recently, Kunle has taken on a key role in the ambitious Brent Cross Town regeneration project, a multi-billion-pound initiative set to redefine urban living at the edge of London’s city centre. His vision is integral to creating a space where community, nature, and sustainable living converge, setting a new standard for high-density urban development.
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Kunle Barker addresses the growing need for sustainable solutions in property development and urban regeneration. Drawing on his vast experience in construction and design, Kunle explores how innovative, eco-friendly practices can reshape our homes and cities. With a keen focus on balancing functionality, sustainability, and aesthetics, he reveals the latest trends in creating spaces that are both environmentally responsible and future-proof. Kunle's unique ability to blend technical expertise with engaging storytelling offers fresh perspectives on building a greener, more sustainable world.
Book Kunle Barker as your speaker to gain invaluable insights from a leading property expert and broadcaster. His dynamic presentations inspire innovation in construction and design, while his extensive experience ensures practical, sustainable solutions. Engage your team with his forward-thinking approach to urban development and housing strategies.
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Kunle Barker structures his sessions around case-based storytelling, drawing on documented projects from his construction and design management company, Illustrious Homes, as well as large-scale initiatives such as the Brent Cross Town regeneration project, to ground sustainability and urban development concepts in real-world outcomes.
Kunle Barker speaks on sustainable property development, urban regeneration, and eco-friendly design in construction. He founded Illustrious Homes in 2004 and has co-presented on ITV's Save Money: My Beautiful Green Home, Love Your Home & Garden, and Renovate Don't Relocate, while consulting with UK government bodies on housing policy and contributing to the Brent Cross Town regeneration project.
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