Rajdeep Gahir Head of Portfolio Growth EMEA at Urban Rest Europe in London, United Kingdom
Urban Rest, a leading flexible accommodation provider reimagining the corporate stay experience, has appointed Rajdeep Gahir to lead its European expansion and strengthen its growing network. Backed by record portfolio growth and a tech-enabled model the business is well-positioned for Gahir's success.
Founder and CEO of London-based co-living brand Vivahouse and real estate venture builder CoCreations, Gahir brings deep expertise across property, technology and operations. She has delivered multiple BtR, co-living and hotel projects in the UK, and previously led WeWork's European launch—opening 20+ sites in just 20 months.
Gahir joins a highly-experienced leadership team at Urban Rest, one committed to building one of the most dynamic accommodation brands designed around the changing needs of corporate travellers, remote professionals, and long-stay guests.
Founded in 2017, Urban Rest has doubled its portfolio every six months and now operates 800+ apartments across Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, and the United Kingdom. With ten properties in London and Ireland, and four more opening in 2025, the business is eyeing further expansion into Europe, where demand for flexible accommodation is growing.
Urban Rest achieved record revenue growth, up 53% in 2024, driven by strategic growth in key markets and the agility of a tech-enabled model, delivering lower operating costs for investors and frictionless access for its corporate guests.
Furthermore, this model has attracted high-quality development partners, including Greystar, with whom Urban Rest continues to collaborate on new buildings across London. With BTR now making up 30% of all new homes in the city, the alignment between developers and flexible operators like Urban Rest is key to expansion.
Backed by a strong brand and growing global presence, Urban Rest is set to become the partner of choice for developers and asset owners seeking thoughtful, premium alternatives to traditional corporate accommodation.