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Astrantia Development Management Group

Folkestone
RICS RegulatedResidentialCommercial

We act as your client-side delivery team, managing £30m–£150m+ developments with an owner’s mindset. Led by RICS-chartered experts with 85+ combined years of experience, we specialise in BTR and retirement living, transforming complex visions into high-yield, vibrant communities.

About Astrantia Development Management Group

At ADMG (Astrantia Development Management Group), we don’t just manage projects; we act as your dedicated client-side delivery team. We support investors and landowners who require high-level expertise to deploy capital or advance complex developments across the UK.

Whether you lack an internal development arm or need sector-specific insight to unlock a challenging site, we bring an "owner’s mindset" to every decision. We hold the financial stewardship of our clients' investments sacred, ensuring that every project is optimised for maximum Net Operating Income and long-term value.

Specialists in the 'Living Sector' and Beyond

Our core strength lies in the operationally focused 'living sector.' We understand the nuances of creating spaces where people don't just live, but thrive. Our expertise covers:

  • Build-to-Rent (BtR): As proud members of the Association for Rental Living (ARL), we stay at the forefront of rental standards and policy.
  • Retirement & Care: We have a deep track record in senior living, from luxury retirement villages to specialist care homes.
  • Residential & Retail: We manage large-scale mixed-use schemes that strengthen local neighbourhoods.

Decades of Senior-Level Expertise

When you hire ADMG, you are hiring a leadership team with over 85 years of combined experience in the UK property market.

  • James Ahearne (Managing Director): A Chartered Planning and Development Surveyor (RICS) with 20+ years of experience. James has delivered dozens of mixed-use and residential projects, ranging from 30 to 500 units.
  • Andy Barrett (Land Director): Bringing 35 years of experience from major housebuilders like CALA Homes and specialists like McCarthy & Stone, Andy is an expert in navigating land acquisition and construction functions.
  • Petr Ludvik (Director of Financial Risk): A qualified actuary with 30+ years in financial systems, Petr ensures project stability through sophisticated stochastic modelling and risk validation.

Our Capability at a Glance

FeatureDetail
Project Scale£30 million to £150 million+
Unit Capacity30 to 500+ homes per scheme
AccreditationRICS-Regulated Firm
SectorsBTR, Retirement, Care, Residential, Retail
CoverageNationwide (UK)

From Initial Feasibility to Final Handover

We manage the entire lifecycle of a development. This begins with insight-driven feasibility studies—evaluating site constraints and market potential—and moves through to land acquisition and strategic planning.

We pride ourselves on our ability to assemble and lead multi-disciplinary teams of architects, engineers, and planners. By overcoming strategically outdated thinking and finding deliverable solutions where others have failed, we ensure your vision becomes a commercially successful reality.

Services by Astrantia Development Management Group

Property Development ManagementLand AcquisitionFeasibility StudiesPlanning PermissionConstruction ManagementFinancial Risk ModellingBuild To Rent ConsultancyRetirement Living DevelopmentCare Home DevelopmentStrategic Project ManagementDesign DevelopmentAsset ManagementProject FeasibilityMulti-disciplinary Team Coordination

Service Areas

Available for services in the following postcode sectors:

ct18 7

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