Architect of home ownership dreams
Read about Dami reaching a milestone in his life by stepping onto the property ladder at Crescent Gardens, East Croydon.
Reaching milestones at Crescent Gardens
At 38, Damiloa (Dami) Lapite – an architect with a passion for creativity and city living – is finally calling a home his own. After years of sharing homes, the move to his very first property at Crescent Gardens by Latimer in Croydon has been nothing short of life-changing. “It's still surreal,” Dami shares. “Home ownership was always a dream for me. Now that I'm living it, the reality kicks in – this is my space, my sanctuary."
Discovering shared ownership
Dami has always been drawn to vibrant, up-and-coming areas. When the time came to look for a place of his own, staying connected to London was a top priority and buying with shared ownership made it possible. Dami continues: “I initially tried looking at homes to buy privately, but the prices were way out of reach, and the areas didn't feel right. Then I discovered shared ownership – it gave me the opportunity to stay in London, in a neighbourhood I actually wanted to live in.
Benefits for Dami
- Fulfilling the home ownership dream.
- Fifteen minute commute to London Bridge.
- Desirable location, made achievable with shared ownership.
- A space that matches an architect's vision.
- A sense of accomplishment from having a place of his own.
The whole process with Latimer was seamless. I had a mortgage offer in two weeks after my initial enquiry and moved-in three months later. They walked me through each step – from mortgage advice to legal support. I even moved my move-in date forward and they made it happen without a hitch.
Dami at Crescent Gardens
