Team

Luke Raistrick MRTPI

Luke Raistrick MRTPI

Managing Director

Luke Raistrick MRTPI

Managing Director

Founder, 2019
Mplan Urban Studies and Planning Studies, University of Sheffield

I launched Centro in 2019 following 12 years in central London planning practice. I love to be in the centre of complex projects, rallying the team, and unlocking solutions which deliver results. Away from work, I’m spending time with my wife and kids, catching up with friends, and cheering on Nottingham Forest!

Aaron Zimmerman MRTPI

Aaron Zimmerman MRTPI

Director

Aaron Zimmerman MRTPI

Director

Joined, 2020
MSc City and Regional Planning, University of Glasgow; MA Political Science, American University

My project experience is wide-ranging and includes strategic residential sites, hotels, athletic facilities, and innovative mixed-use regeneration schemes. I aim to optimise positive outcomes for my clients and to improve the built environment with every project. On weekends, I’m often out for a run or cycle.

Reece Raymond

Reece Raymond

Director of Operations and Partnerships 

Reece Raymond

Director of Operations and Partnerships

Joined, 2022
CertHE Business Management University of Wales Trinity Saint David

I started my career in the building industry in 2018, having been a Company Director of a property development company and Operations Manager for an electrical company. As Head of Operations and Growth at Centro my focus is on building strong relationships across all sectors. Alongside developing comprehensive strategies across all departments.

Tarun Cheema

Tarun Cheema

Associate

Tarun Cheema

Associate

Joined, 2021
MSc Urban and Regional Planning, University of Sheffield

I’ve been working on a diverse range of projects including an office-led mixed-use scheme in north London, a residential regeneration scheme in Kent and a hotel scheme in central London. I’m particularly interested in sustainable high-density and mixed-use development.

Mariam Malakzi

Mariam Malakzi

Senior Planner 

Mariam Malakzi

Senior Planner

Joined, 2024
MPlan Town and Regional Planning, University of Liverpool

I am actively engaged in a variety of projects across London that optimise the development of sites for new homes through thoughtful planning. I am passionate about delivering spaces that integrate the existing public realm with new developments, to create sustainable spaces that foster community connection.