Related develops mixed-use neighborhoods, residential rentals, condominiums, commercial offices, retail, hospitality, affordable and workforce housing, and infrastructure in U.S. gateway cities, with London and Abu Dhabi activities, serving residents, tenants, institutions, governments and communities through integrated development, investment and management services.
AI-researched delivery record, not yet confirmed by the developer. Dates may be approximate; original sources are linked.
AI research over published reviews and resident comments. Scores are a model’s reading of opinion, not figures stated on a page, and nothing here feeds any number above it. The links under each block are the pages that research says it used. Based on available resident reviews of covered buildings. These are reported experiences, not independent building inspections, and may not represent all residents or properties.
AI-researched delivery record, not yet confirmed by the developer. Dates may be approximate; original sources are linked.
AI research over published reviews and resident comments. Scores are a model’s reading of opinion, not figures stated on a page, and nothing here feeds any number above it. The links under each block are the pages that research says it used. Based on available resident reviews of covered buildings. These are reported experiences, not independent building inspections, and may not represent all residents or properties.
| Project | Overall | Structure & systems | Management & living |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willets Point Commons — Buildings 1 and 2Willets Point, New York880 units | 9.5/ 10 | —/ 10 | 9.5/ 10 |
The building-specific aggregate is 4.9/5 from 25 reviews, which converts to 9.7/10 under the stated curve and sets the anchor. The displayed reviews are overwhelmingly aspirational or pre-occupancy, while independent reporting identifies construction, stadium, train and aircraft noise; the score is therefore reduced modestly to 9.5 rather than treated as a mature resident-experience result. | Not found in sources: No resident defect reports · No published maintenance history · No published plumbing complaints · No published lift complaints | Not found in sources: Limited post-occupancy evidence | |
No resident review located reported a structural or systems failure. Published project material describes all-electric buildings with high-efficiency HVAC, an insulated envelope, electric hot-water plant, and infrastructure remediation; these are design and delivery claims, not post-occupancy performance ratings. A contemporaneous report notes that the former area was historically flood-prone and polluted, while the new streets and buildings were raised out of the 100-year floodplain. | The displayed review set is strongly positive about the project’s appearance and intended lifestyle: one reviewer wrote, “Looks incredible,” while another said the building “has everything I need.” However, these comments are largely pre-occupancy or lottery-stage reactions, not sustained management reviews. Independent reporting observed that construction, stadium events, trains and low-flying aircraft make the area unlikely to be quiet, so the positive rating should be treated as early and weak evidence of a resident’s year-long experience. | ||
| The DelamarreBrent Cross, London170 units | 7.5/ 10 | —/ 10 | 7.5/ 10 |
Google Reviews/Maps is the only published building-specific rating located, at 4.5/5 from four reviews; because its review base is below ten, the score is kept within one point of 6.5 rather than using the unrestrained 8.5 conversion. The single accessible written review is mixed and raises only a minor convenience issue, with no recurring complaint or structural evidence to move the result further. The building was reported completed in 2024, and first residents moved in by March 2025, so the review record remains early and sparse as of October 10, 2026. | Not found in sources: Limited review evidence · No recurring themes established | ||
no notes returned no links returned | The only accessible review gives a practical convenience complaint rather than a management or amenity assessment: “Not great for parking,drove past it twice as no sign stating building name.” Published building information describes a residents lounge, workspace and gym, but those are advertised facilities rather than resident review findings; the review evidence is therefore too thin to establish recurring day-to-day strengths or weaknesses. | ||
| 700 BroadwaySanta Monica280 units | 7.4/ 10 | —/ 10 | 7.3/ 10 |
The largest published review aggregate located is Google Reviews/Maps at 4.1/5 from 21 reviews, converting to 7.3/10 under the specified curve. Positive commentary centers on amenities, design and leasing staff, while negative commentary identifies operational friction around rooftop access, reception coverage and valet/management response; the evidence does not support a STRUCTURE score. | Not found in sources: No recurring structural complaint established · No published leak finding · No published plumbing failure established · No published HVAC failure established · No published electrical failure established | ||
Published reviews praise the residences’ “state-of-the-art appliances,” natural light, stone details and warm wood finishes. The sources reviewed did not publish a recurring complaint about the framework, plumbing, HVAC, electrical systems, leaks or waterproofing; therefore no STRUCTURE rating is reported. | Daily-life feedback is split: residents and visitors praise the “next-level” amenities, peaceful courtyard, onsite retail and leasing staff who were “professional” and “truly responsive.” Against that, reviewers report that Equinox members crowd the rooftop, reception was unattended, and a valet damage incident received no satisfactory management resolution. | ||
| Riverwalk HeightsRoosevelt Island, New York357 units | 7.2/ 10 | —/ 10 Zumper 6/10, no review count — too thin to score · zumper.com | 7.2/ 10 Zumper 9/10, 10/10, 9/10, 8/10 · no review count · zumper.com Combined from 4 published figures on 1 platform, weighted by review count, adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint where reviews are few: 7.2. |
Zumper is the only located building-specific platform publishing an overall rating, 8.3/10, but it states no review count and no individual reviews were readable. Under the rule for a rating base below 10, the score is held within one point of 6.5; the available commentary supports a positive living assessment, while the 6/10 quality component prevents a higher result. | Not found in sources: No individual review text · No published maintenance score · No published security score · No published cleanliness score | ||
The available building-specific review-platform material is thin: Zumper publishes an overall property rating of 8.3/10 and says price, amenities and location each receive 9/10, while its quality component is 6/10. Its commentary says communication with management or leasing staff is “usually quick and easy,” but no individual resident review text or separately published maintenance, security or cleanliness rating was available. |
Headquartered in New York City, Related has offices and major developments in Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington, D.C., Abu Dhabi and London
Oxford and Related formed the joint venture and acted as general partners to develop the 26-acre West Side Yards/Hudson Yards.
The MTA awarded Related development rights and leased the West Side Yards site to the venture for 99 years.
Related and Oxford retained Tutor Perini as contractor for Hudson Yards and a nearby residential tower.
Tishman Construction agreed to serve as Related and Oxford's building partner for Hudson Yards.
Related formed Related Argent with Argent to pursue London development opportunities.
Related Argent is working in a joint venture with Barnet Council on Brent Cross South.
Related Argent is working with the London Borough of Haringey around Tottenham Hale.
Essence and Related were selected as co-developers and PACT partners for Fulton and Elliott-Chelsea Houses.
NYCHA, Essence and Related adopted a Master Development Agreement for repairs and redevelopment planning.
Queens Development Group, comprising Related and Sterling Equities, introduced 880 affordable homes at Willets Point Commons.
Wells Fargo was identified as a partner in the opening of Willets Point Commons.
Goldman Sachs was identified as a partner in the opening of Willets Point Commons.
selected Essence Development and Related Companies to be their Permanent Affordability Commitment Together (PACT) partners ... Related Companies, together with the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA), announced the adoption of a Master Development Agreement
Queens Development Group (Related Companies and Sterling Equities) introduced 880 brand new affordable homes ... Wells Fargo and Goldman Sachs celebrated the opening of 880 affordable homes at Willets Point Commons.
Related Companies and Oxford Properties Group ... announced the formation of a joint venture to develop the 26-acre West Side Yards
we have formed Related Argent, partnering with Argent ... Related Argent is currently working in a joint venture with Barnet Council ... with the London Borough of Haringey around Tottenham Hale
| COMPANY NUMBER | 331350 New York Department of State · US · ACTIVE |
| United States | active 5 projects tracked |
| United Kingdom | active 2 projects tracked |
| United Arab Emirates | active 0 projects tracked |
| Canada | active 0 projects tracked |
| Mixed use | 4 of 7 |
| Residential, for rent | 4 of 7 |
| Office | 2 of 7 |
| Retail | 2 of 7 |
| Residential, for sale | 1 of 7 |
Hudson Yards is not only the future growth corridor of the city but a destination in and of itself, and the new heart of New York.LEADERS Magazine October, November, December 2013 editionhttps://www.leadersmag.com/issues/2013.4_oct/New%20York%20City/LEADERS-Stephen-Ross-Related-Companies.html
Mr. Ross graduated from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree
Mr. Ross graduated from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree
from Wayne State University Law School with a Juris Doctor degree
from Wayne State University Law School with a Juris Doctor degree
from New York University School of Law with a Master of Laws in Taxation
from New York University School of Law with a Master of Laws in Taxation
Stephen M. Ross Chairman and Founder, Related Companies
Mr. Ross is Chairman of the Board of Directors of Equinox Holdings, Inc., serves on the Executive Committee and is a trustee of Lincoln Center, and is a trustee of NewYork Presbyterian Hospital. He is a director on the board of the Jackie Robinson Foundation, the New York Stem Cell Foundation, and The Shed
Hudson Yards is not only the future growth corridor of the city but a destination in and of itself, and the new heart of New York.
Chairman and Founder, Related Companies
Mr. Ross formed Related in 1972
Ross founded Related in 1972 and remains its chairman, with responsibility for global business strategy and development. His background includes real-estate development and extensive civic and philanthropic board service.
Founder
Chairman
Founded Related 1972
BBA
JD
LLM in Taxation
Stephen M. Ross is the Chairman and Founder of Related Companies.
That’s a huge deal and really cements Hudson Yards as really the center of commerce for New York City across all industries.Commercial Observer May 10, 2024https://commercialobserver.com/power-series/player/stephen-ross-jeff-blau-and-bruce-beal/
Mr. Blau completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Michigan and received a Master of Business Administration from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.
CEO at Related Companies
Mr. Blau serves on the Board of Directors of Equinox Holdings, Inc., Sun Communities (NYSE: SUI), Robin Hood Foundation, The Wharton Graduate School, The University of Michigan, Lincoln Center, The Mount Sinai Medical Center, the New York City Partnership Fund and the Real Estate Roundtable.
first joining as an analyst in 1990
“That’s a huge deal and really cements Hudson Yards as really the center of commerce for New York City across all industries,” Jeff Blau, the CEO of Related, said.
Chief Executive Officer and a partner of Related Companies
before being named CEO in 2012 by founder Stephen Ross
Blau directs Related’s portfolio and sets its strategic direction, overseeing growth, acquisitions, financing and new development. He joined Related as an analyst in 1990, became CEO in 2012 and has championed Deutsche Bank Center and Hudson Yards.
CEO
Partner
Joined Related 1990
CEO since 2012
University of Michigan
Wharton MBA
Jeff T. Blau is Chief Executive Officer and a partner of Related Companies
Mr. Beal graduated from Harvard University with a Bachelor of Arts degree.
President - Related Companies (Current)
Mr. Beal first joined Related in 1995
In 2013, Mr. Beal led the formation of Related Beal, a strategic partnership with the Beal Companies
President and a Partner of Related Companies
Beal directs development across asset classes, including acquisition, finance, design and construction, and oversees Related’s operating portfolio and affordable housing. He joined Related in 1995 and led the formation of Related Beal in 2013.
President
Partner
Joined Related 1995
Development
Affordable housing
Harvard BA
Bruce A. Beal, Jr. is President and a Partner of Related Companies
We want to create a place that people want to go.Estates Gazette 11 March 2014https://www.estatesgazette.co.uk/news/hudson-yards-developer-targets-euston/
Mr. Wong holds dual Master’s degrees from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and a Bachelor’s degree from the University of California at Berkeley.
In addition to his role on the Board of the Shed, Mr. Wong serves on the Board of Related Argent, Pocket Living London, and as a Director for the Trust for Public Land
Prior to joining Related, Mr. Wong served as President of Westfield America, Inc.
“We want to create a place that people want to go,” he added.
Chief Operating Officer and a Partner of Related Companies
Wong oversees Related’s day-to-day operational, corporate and business functions and leads international development. Before Related he was president of Westfield America and held senior executive roles at Disney.
COO
Partner
45 years in industry
ex-Westfield America
ex-Walt Disney Company
MIT dual master’s
Kenneth P. Wong is Chief Operating Officer and a Partner of Related Companies
Ms. Kremen holds a Bachelor’s degree cum laude from Tufts University and a Juris Doctorate with High Honors from the George Washington University Law School.
General Counsel - Related Companies
Prior to joining Related, Ms. Kremen was Special Counsel in the Real Estate Department of Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP.
General Counsel, Executive Vice President
Kremen is Related’s top legal officer and advisor. She previously served as general counsel for Hudson Yards, after working as special counsel in the real-estate department of Fried, Frank.
General Counsel
Executive Vice President
Top legal officer
Hudson Yards legal
Tufts
GW Law JD
Alexis Kremen is General Counsel, Executive Vice President of Related Companies
Mr. Lotfalla ... holds bachelor’s degrees in Architecture and Engineering from Ain Shams University in Cairo, Egypt.
Prior to joining Related Companies in 2013, Mr. Lotfalla served as construction executive and principal in charge for several major construction projects throughout New York City, which included the World Trade Center Transportation Hub, the Whitney Museum, JetBlue’s Terminal 5 at JFK, Delta Airlines expansion of Terminal 4 at JFK
Executive Vice President of Design and Construction
Prior to joining Related Companies in 2013
Lotfalla leads Related’s design and construction efforts for Hudson Yards and advises the senior executive team across the global portfolio. He brought more than 35 years of design-and-construction experience to Related in 2013, including major New York civic, cultural and transportation projects.
Executive Vice President
Design and construction
35+ years experience
Hudson Yards
Registered architect
Ain Shams University
Emad Lotfalla is Executive Vice President of Design and Construction for Related Companies.
1 undated completions and 0 boundary-uncertain completions are retained but excluded from figures.
| Project | Location | Type | Units | Floors | Area | Cost | Payment plan | Launched | Construction start | Original target | Handover | Delay | Confidence | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Arbour Street | London, United Kingdom Brent Cross Town | office, mixed use | — | 14 | 335,000 sq ft | GBP 73.5m contract value | — | — | — | Jul 2026 – Sep 2026 | Jun 2026 | −2.0 mo (−3.0 to −1.0) | sourced | completed |
| Willets Point Commons — Buildings 1 and 2 | New York, United States Willets Point | residential for rent | 8801 | 12 | — | — | — | 2023 | December 2023 | Sep 2026 – Dec 2026 | May 2026 | −5.5 mo (−7.0 to −4.0) | sourced | completed |
| 700 Broadway | Santa Monica, United States | mixed use, residential for rent, retail | 2801 | 8 | 600,000 sq ft | USD 385m estimated cost | — | 2025 | Oct 01, 2025 | — | Oct 2025 | — | not scorable | completed |
| Amani | San Francisco, United States Visitacion Valley | residential for rent, retail, mixed use | 801 | 5 | — | USD 180.7m other | — | 2023 | Spring 2023 | Jan 2025 – Apr 2025 | Feb 2025 | −0.5 mo (−2.0 to +1.0) | sourced | completed |
| Nia | San Francisco, United States Visitacion Valley | mixed use | 901 | 5 | — | USD 180.7m other | — | — | — | — | Feb 2025 | — | not scorable | completed |
| The Delamarre | London, United Kingdom Brent Cross | residential for sale | 1701 | 7 | — | — | 5% on exchange 28 days later / 5% after 12 months / 90% on completion1 | — | — | Mar 2025 | Jan 2025 – Dec 2025 | +3.5 mo (−2.0 to +9.0) | sourced | completed |
| Riverwalk Heights | New York, United States Roosevelt Island | residential for rent, office | 3571 | 30 | — | USD 185m construction loan | — | 2022 | November 2022 | May 2025 – Aug 2025 | Jan 2024 – Dec 2024 | more than 9 months early | estimated | completed |
| S&P Global Ratings | AA stable outlook · September 26, 2023 |
| Coverage | active |
| Tracked since | October 10, 2026 |
| Last checked | October 10, 2026 this month |
| Profile last researched | October 10, 2026 |
| Claim |