Innovating properties
Elevating communities
Company
Overview
We are an agile, forward-thinking real estate owner, developer and platform operator that leverages decades of industry experience to transform obsolete properties into high-value, vibrant and sustainable assets. At our core we are a family business committed to challenging industry norms with innovative design to contribute to long-term economic growth and community development.
Portfolio
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Our vertically integrated platform controls every part of the journey, leveraging in-house teams for acquisition, design, cost control, construction, and operations. We optimise value by taking a hands-on approach to maximise returns and mitigate risk.
Organisational Structure
Our Divisions
HOSPITALITY
Criterion Hospitality
A rapidly growing, lifestyle-focused operator with 9 hotels currently in service across London and an additional 14 hotels under construction across key UK cities, offering unique, unforgettable guest experiences in cutting-edge spaces.
RESIDENTIAL
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Our in-house residential lettings agency and managers of our portfolio of 1,500+ affordable apartments for rent in prime urban locations. 24/7 security, concierge services and easy online bookings ensure a safe, convenient and seamless experience for residents.
PHILANTHROPY
The Aziz Foundation
A charity (Reg: 1169558) founded to empower communities through education and social impact, fostering interfaith understanding and supporting initiatives that drive positive change and create new opportunities.
The Harte and Garter Hotel
Criterion Capital recently acquired the historic Harte and Garter Hotel in Windsor; a site renowned for its Shakespearean connections and royal heritage.
Criterion Restaurant
Criterion Capital has revitalised the historic Criterion Restaurant, a Grade II* listed landmark in Piccadilly Circus.
The Horses of Helios
Criterion Capital recently completed a year long restoration of the iconic Horses of Helios sculpture and fountain in Piccadilly Circus.
A century of sweetness is arriving in London: Mazlum to open first European store in Knightsbridge
A legend of Turkish confectionery will be making its European debut this festive season. Mazlum Confectionery Products®, a family business with roots stretching back to the 19th century and famed across Turkey for its handmade halva, Turkish delight, and chocolate, is opening its very first European store in the heart of Knightsbridge.
Criterion Capital donates prize to Sheriffs’ Ball auction in the City of London
Last week, Criterion Capital was delighted to attend the Sheriffs’ Ball at the historic Guildhall with the City of London Corporation.
Zedwell opens world’s largest capsule hotel in the iconic London Pavilion at Piccadilly Circus
With nearly 1,000 “capsules” and prices from just £30, this landmark opening reimagines affordable hospitality in the heart of the West End
Criterion Capital announced as Gold Sponsor for 34th PROPS Awards
Criterion Capital is proud to continue its support as the Gold Sponsor for the 34th PROPS Awards – the UK property industry’s longest-standing and most prestigious awards event.
Dame Meg Hillier MP joins judging panel for Dalston logo design competition – deadline extended to 31st October
Free-to-enter and open to Hackney residents, workers and students – there will be a £2,000 prize for the winner, plus £500 for each finalist.
Careers
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Whether you’re at the start of your career, or you have extensive industry experience, your unique skills can help drive our innovative, forward-thinking team to new heights.
Explore our current career opportunities below.
