About

Overview
Alternative Real Estate Advisors – ‘AREA’ was founded in 2021.

We have since grown our team and now have +60 years of combined real estate experience in the alternatives sector.

A niche specialist real estate consultancy, AREA specialises in capital markets, asset management advisory and development consultancy.  

 
Through a deep understanding of operational businesses, we provide advice which creates value for investors, developers and occupiers throughout the UK.

Our core advice spreads across three divisions: hospitality, living and long income solutions.

Our Chosen Alternative Real
Estate Focus Markets

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Be the best in class
Asset manager
  • Create a Strong Culture

  • Always be Client Focused

  • Strive to be Innovative

  • Approach with Consistency

  • Stay Current with Market Trends

  • Develop a Clear Philosophy

  • Display Strong Analytical Skills

  • Provide a Foundation of Knowledge

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To encompass the aREA ethos

"AREA is an expression of space. We don’t just see a piece of land or a building. We see an opportunity to build relationships along the journey to advise you on the best way to use your AREA. Whether a piece of land, a developed building or simply an idea, all real estate starts with an AREA. It’s what goes into the AREA that makes the outcome special and it’s our passion, expertise and skill that make your AREA, our AREA too."

Our key understanding of sectors enables us to be the only Alternative Real Estate Advisor who can offer specialist advice within the hotel, student, BTR, PRS, data centre and leisure sectors.

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to be the market leading
capital markets advisor
  • Share Expert Knowledge

  • Apply Creative Solutions

  • Nurture Strong Relationships

  • Build a Reputation for Excellence

  • Deliver Best in Class Results

  • Impart Relevance

  • Leverage Technology

  • Achieve Client Goals

  • Develop a Strong Team

  • Provide Tailored Advice

  • Integrity at the Forefront

  • Deliver Exceptional Value

Our Mission Informs our Service Proposition

Student
Accommodation

Leisure and
Hospitality

Built to Rent & Purpose Built Residential

Car Parks and
Automotive

Investment
Brokerage

Acquisitions & Disposal of Leased or Operational Assets

Long Income Solutions (Ground Rent Income Strips, DBFO)

Forward Funding & Forward Purchase Advisory

Asset
Management

Operational Oversight & Revenue Enhancement

Lease & Partnership Agreement Advisory

Asset & Development Management of Accretive Capital Projects

Development
Consultancy

Scheme Optimisation Through RIBA Design Stages

Operator Selection & University Scheme Support

Asset Mobilisation & Onboarding