Our Expertise
An award-winning homebuilder that designs and delivers – every time
At the heart of our operations is a team of land experts, planners, surveyors, architects, project managers and other property specialists who deliver – every time. Together they create forward-thinking infrastructure schemes and outstanding buildings that meet the discriminating standards of quality and character we’ve consistently attained since we were formed in 1987.
Renowned for landmark projects and a commitment to building excellence
Today, we continue to be renowned for the landmark residential developments and care home and retirement village projects we’ve executed under our own prestigious brand and in partnership with like-minded property professionals who share our commitment to building excellence.
With this legacy of award-winning infrastructure, community, care and retirement-living projects, Highwood is extending our operations into private and public sectors to exploit the opportunities our dynamic land and construction expertise has positioned us so adeptly to attract.
A specialist homebuilder with proven strategic land credibility
As the regional construction industry shifts its focus from traditional, high quality housing provision, we’re filling a crucial gap in a market that calls for a specialist constructor with proven strategic land credibility to create high calibre homes and high-profile community schemes.
From small-scale developments to landmark strategic land schemes, Highwood is making waves across an industry that is recognising us with awards for our sensitive building (BREEAM) and the quality of our construction (SCPA). In 2019, we won the coveted Housebuilder of the Year Award at the SCPA Awards.
It’s a great feeling to discover a parcel of land that you know can fulfil its potential and create life-changing opportunities for people in our region.
Simon Beech
Land & Sales Director, Highwood
We’ve worked closely with everyone involved on this exciting project to create a superb scheme that takes account of the wonderful setting and heritage whilst accommodating the needs of today’s discerning homebuyers.
Chris Knight
HGP Architects
Setting up, nurturing, and maintaining exemplary business relationships with all key stakeholders involved in any given project has earned Highwood a host of loyal partners it can rely on over the years.
Construction & Civil Engineering magazine
Partnering a developer in a major strategic land promotion is a huge commitment that calls for trust, professionalism and flexibility. Highwood appreciated that we had a business to run during this process and their unrelenting pursuit of an approach that would take account of that made for a rewarding and personal experience for everyone involved. All aspects were carefully thought through and expertly managed - we were delighted with the results.
Dave Mollicone
Landowner
Highwood is recognised across the industry for our award-winning infrastructure and community construction projects as well as our next-generation care village schemes. To know that we’re helping to change the lives of so many who are touched by our developments is a testament to the meticulous work of our project teams and partners.
Guy Hayward
Managing Director, Highwood
We’re very proud to have worked with Highwood for many years and helped to transform its groundbreaking ideas into award-winning, complex infrastructure schemes that take as much account of the individual and as they do the bigger picture for the community.
Jeremy Gardiner
Head of Southampton Planning, WYG Group
We’re very proud to have worked with Highwood for many years and helped to transform its groundbreaking ideas into award-winning, complex infrastructure schemes that take as much account of the individual and as they do the bigger picture for the community.
Brian Chamberlain
Partner, Odyssey Markides LLP
There is a growing need for excellent care in high-quality environments in the region. We instruct Highwood because the standards of construction, project management and development expertise are excellent. This is why we consult with Highwood for our new luxury care home projects.
Ken Mackenzie
Development Director, Cinnamon Retirement Living
We share the same focus on safety, security, comfort and peace of mind, which is everything that our residents value in a new home. Having the same outlook as Highwood is helping us to deliver a new generation of Extra Care Living for people over the age of 55.
Owen Cheshire
Housing 21