Artisan Real Estate

Artisan Real Estate is an award-winning UK property developer and investor, established in 2009 as an independent, values-led, and entrepreneurial business. The firm has grown to become a respected and sought-after entity in the property sector, managing and delivering a diverse portfolio of high-profile projects across both England and Scotland. Artisan Real Estate is recognised for its energetic and entrepreneurial approach to creating spaces where people desire to live, work, and spend their time.

The company specialises in the bold and creative development of large, complex, mixed-use sites. Through this approach, Artisan Real Estate has contributed to enriching communities and regenerating previously overlooked areas of cities, while simultaneously achieving positive outcomes for all stakeholders involved. The firm operates as regeneration specialists, with its developments drawing inspiration from historical contexts while being designed for future needs. Artisan Real Estate focuses its efforts on thriving regional city centre locations, including Glasgow, Edinburgh, Bristol, and Leeds, creating well-designed and well-connected environments for living, socialising, and working.

In the residential sector, Artisan Real Estate is committed to delivering quality, sustainable, and low-carbon homes in city centre locations. Each of the firm's developments is designed to possess a unique sense of identity, community, and energy, providing residents with a modern living experience. Notable residential projects include 525 Park View in Edinburgh, which is set to provide 256 sustainable homes, with 25% designated for affordable housing, and Kirkstall Place in Leeds, featuring 263 low-carbon, low-energy homes, including a mix of one-to-three-bedroom apartments and two-to-four-bedroom houses. The Kirkstall Place development also involves a partnership with Moda Living to deliver homes for an innovative rental model. Furthermore, Artisan Real Estate has demonstrated experience in student accommodation, with construction for such facilities having been underway in the past.

Beyond residential offerings, Artisan Real Estate undertakes commercial developments, specifically focusing on office and hotel projects. These commercial ventures are strategically located in fast-growing, thriving cities that exhibit strong fundamentals for sustained growth. Such cities typically benefit from diverse economies and well-coordinated investments in infrastructure. An example of the firm's mixed-use regeneration schemes is Everards Printworks in Bristol, which includes 24 apartments, a 255-bed hotel, and additional commercial space. The company's expertise spans the entire property development cycle, encompassing acquisition, finance, structuring, planning, construction, asset management, and sales, supported by a team of experienced professionals.

The leadership team at Artisan Real Estate brings extensive experience to its projects. Jaco Jansen, the Chief Executive Officer, possesses over 15 years of experience in property investment and development, specialising in mixed-use developments that incorporate private and affordable housing alongside commercial elements. David Westwater contributes over 40 years of experience in the construction and property industry, having delivered complex developments across various end uses. James Bulmer, with 20 years of experience in the construction industry, including significant work in the residential sector, further strengthens the development team. The firm operates from offices located in Edinburgh, Leeds, and the Isle of Man.