TheStudios: Scaling Co-Living from Zero to 200+ Units
TheStudios operates a portfolio of premium co-living properties, prioritising modern design and vibrant community connection. From the start, they needed a platform robust enough to scale operations whilst maintaining their community-first philosophy.
Here's how Latch became the backbone of their decade-long growth story—enabling them to scale from a single property to 200+ units whilst deepening resident engagement.
"Over the past decade, Latch has helped TheStudios grow from its inception, to over 200 units. The Latch platform has been rock solid and has allowed our day to day operations team focus on building a great co-living community."
Barry Glantz
Founder, TheStudios
Key Outcomes
Eliminated Paper Documentation
Latch enabled TheStudios to digitise all tenancy information—applications, agreements, and resident records—in a single secure location. This streamlined processes, reduced administrative errors, and freed operations teams to focus on community building rather than paperwork.
Built a Connected Resident Community
TheStudios leverages Latch's communications features to maintain resident engagement through targeted SMS and email communications. Mailchimp integration distributes community updates and newsletters, keeping residents informed and fostering a sense of belonging across all properties.
Automated Payments & Financial Operations
The platform automates rent collection via direct debit, eliminating manual payment processing. Latch automatically calculates rent amounts, generates invoices, and initiates payment requests—transforming financial operations from a time-consuming manual process into a seamless, reliable system.
The Result
Over nine years, TheStudios has grown from a single property to a portfolio of 200+ units, generating £11m+ in rental income. Latch's digital platform has been foundational to this growth, enabling the operations team to scale efficiently without proportionally scaling headcount, whilst maintaining the high standards of community care that define the TheStudios experience.