UNLOCKED By GSL.

Built to disrupt. Designed to inform.

Read now: Spring Edition 2026

The magazine residential living didn’t know it needed—until now.

Unlocked is the voice of residential living—sharp, global, and unapologetically ambitious. Created for those who are shaping the future of the sector, Unlocked delivers powerful perspectives, cutting-edge market intelligence, and stories that challenge the status quo. It’s not just about keeping up; it’s about staying ahead.

  • Published quarterly: Three digital issues plus one deluxe print edition.
  • Intelligence-Driven: Built on data, insight, and deep industry knowledge.
  • Global Focus: Sector-spanning stories from every corner of the market.

Whether you’re investing, building, operating, or transforming the student and residential living landscape, Unlocked is your must-read for what’s next.

Unlocked Spring Edition 2026 is here.

Inside: market spotlights on the US and Brazil, how AI is reshaping student search, investment insights from IPIM’s Selina Williams, a rethink of the university experience, and more.

Read now: Spring Edition 2026

Catch up on our previous issues.

A Word from the Editor-in-Chief & Publisher.

“
Unlocked is not just a magazine; it's an intelligence platform for the people who are shaping this industry—investors, developers, operators, universities, and visionaries.

We’re bringing you the stories that matter, the trends that change the game, and the voices that are driving transformation.
”

Thiago Alves, Editor-in-Chief & Publisher, Unlocked

What You'll Unlock Inside.

Leadership & Strategy


Exclusive interviews and commentary from global decision-makers.

Industry Landscape


Macro and micro views of the market, including investment trends, transaction activity, and emerging opportunities.

Sector Spotlight


Features on private student housing, university accommodation, and adjacent residential asset classes.

Wellbeing & Sustainability


How ESG, design, and resident experience are redefining expectations and driving long-term value.

Women in PBSA


Celebrating the voices, impact, and leadership of women in Purpose-Built Student Accommodation.

Data & Analysis


Real-time insights and benchmarking powered by the GSL Index.

And so much more...

Unlock the Drop Dates.

  • Spring - Digital
  • Summer - Digital
  • Autumn - Digital & Print
  • Winter - Digital

Meet the Team That Unlocked It All.

Thiago Alves

Editor-in-Chief & Publisher

Jenny Mourato

Managing Editor

Joanna Henry

Writer & Editor

Filipa Combo

Graphic Designer

Unlock Your Place in the Conversation.

Whether you’re looking to read, contribute, or advertise, we invite you to be part of this exciting journey.

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