Re:shape secures B Corp accreditation
The milestone comes amid Re:shape's £1bn growth pipeline and institutional expansion.
Co-living and community living company Re:shape is now a Certified B Corporation, recognising its commitment to using business as a force for good.
Being the UK's first vertically integrated co-living company across both development and operations to achieve this milestone, Re:shape has further cemented its position at the forefront of a nascent but fast-maturing sector, as the company seeks to institutionalise co-living; raising the bar for governance, structure, and ESG standards across the property industry.
The accreditation places Re:shape among a global community of companies meeting the highest verified standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency, underscoring its dedication to building a new model for responsible growth in the built environment.
“Becoming a B Corp is more than a badge - it’s a reflection of how we think, build, and connect communities. From the very beginning, our mission has been to reimagine how people live and belong.
"This certification validates our belief that a thriving business can also be a deeply responsible one - one that drives positive social impact while delivering long-term value.”
Chris Roche, Senior Project Manager, Re:shape
This certification follows a period of rapid expansion and quickfire successes for Re:shape, including securing multiple co-living-led planning permissions in Bethnal Green and Watford as part of their tranche one £1bn GDV development pipeline, the acquisition of new landmark sites in Wimbledon and Homerton, Hackney, and the launch of an ambitious recruitment drive for acquisition and development professionals to power its next phase of growth.
Re:shape has rapidly established itself as a leader in human-centred living, blending community, sustainability, and wellbeing into every layer of its design and operations. With over 1,000 residents already housed across its ARK Co-living platform and a development pipeline of over 4,000 new homes, the company continues to challenge conventional property models through an integrated approach that prioritises people, place, and purpose.
“Securing B Corp Certification reinforces what’s at the heart of Re:shape community. Our ambition has always been to institutionalise co-living, moving it beyond a niche and into a professionally governed, ESG-driven asset class.
"This certification demonstrates that we can scale responsibly and deliver both financial and social value. As we enter our next chapter, we’re ready to partner with Core-Plus and Value-Add Capital who share our vision for a more human, purpose-led future of living.”
Charlie Gayner, Co-Founder, Re:shape
This B Corp Certification reflects Re:shape’s broader mission - to champion the responsible institutionalisation of co-living, building scalable frameworks that combine commercial discipline with measurable social impact. The business is focused on shaping a new era of trust, transparency, and accountability in the living sector, aligning investor confidence with genuine community outcomes.
