The Smart Investor Show

Why Great Tenants Start with Great Design with Jon Tyson

Episode Summary

In this episode, we’re joined by Jon Tyson, co-founder of Dominion and a visionary in property development. Known for his strategic, systemised approach and strong focus on relationships, Jon shares how he creates high-value, tenant-first projects that benefit both investors and the communities they serve. We look at why a great tenant experience is essential to attracting quality renters—and how that directly impacts long-term returns. Jon explains the difference between buy-and-hold and buy-and-sell strategies, and why matching the right site to the right strategy creates more predictable outcomes. We also explore the common misconceptions around co-living, and how modern designs with private living spaces and shared amenities are attracting tenants like CEOs, pilots, and top-tier professionals, challenging outdated views and setting a new standard for investment properties.

Episode Notes

In this episode, we’re joined by Jon Tyson, co-founder of Dominion and a visionary in property development. Known for his strategic, systemised approach and strong focus on relationships, Jon shares how he creates high-value, tenant-first projects that benefit both investors and the communities they serve.

We look at why a great tenant experience is essential to attracting quality renters—and how that directly impacts long-term returns. Jon explains the difference between buy-and-hold and buy-and-sell strategies, and why matching the right site to the right strategy creates more predictable outcomes.

We also explore the common misconceptions around co-living, and how modern designs with private living spaces and shared amenities are attracting tenants like CEOs, pilots, and top-tier professionals, challenging outdated views and setting a new standard for investment properties.

 

(01:30) Jon Tyson's Journey: From the UK to Australia

(02:49) First Steps in Property Investment

(08:42) The Birth of Dominion: A Collaborative Model

(11:59) Proving the Model: From Residential to Commercial

(16:18) Navigating the Development Landscape

(25:42) Focusing on Tenant Experience

(32:27) Scaling the Business: Systems and Processes

About Jon:

Jon Tyson is the co-founder of Dominion, a boutique property development company transforming the way investors engage with real estate. With over a decade of experience in property investment and development across the UK and Australia, Jon brings a strategic, systemised approach to delivering high-performing real estate assets that benefit both investors and communities.

At Dominion, Jon leads the charge in pioneering models like Development-as-a-Service (DaaS), enabling traditional investors to participate in the upside of property development without the operational complexity. His expertise spans site sourcing, acquisition, and process efficiency, all grounded in a people-first mindset. Passionate about innovation and sustainable growth, Jon is committed to creating tenant-focused developments that deliver lasting value — not just high returns.

From residential to commercial spaces, Jon’s mission is clear: reduce the barriers to wealth-building through property and reshape the future of development with integrity, transparency, and impact.

Connect with Jon:

Visit the website: https://www.dominion.build/

Follow on Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/DominionDevelopments

Follow on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/dominion_developments/

Follow Jon on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-tyson/