Business Details
39 Years
experience
Award-Winning Home Builders in York & London
London Ebor Developments has been creating exceptional homes for over 35 years, combining heritage restoration with innovative new builds. Our expertise spans residential and commercial property development, with a focus on quality craftsmanship and desirable locations. Established in 1987, we operate from York and London, delivering projects ranging from barn conversions in semi-rural areas to contemporary city centre developments. Our portfolio includes luxury apartments, family homes, and mixed-use schemes, reflecting our commitment to design excellence and market needs. As a family business, we maintain a hands-on approach, ensuring every project meets rigorous standards of build quality and client satisfaction. Our team's deep industry experience, including property surveying and investment banking backgrounds, informs strategic decision-making and site acquisition.Recognised with prestigious awards, such as the Whathouse Silver Award for Best Mixed-Use Development, we balance historic preservation with modern luxury. Our London office specialises in prime west and south west London properties, while our York base focuses on North Yorkshire and surrounding regions. We prioritise transparency in operations, maintaining long-term relationships with agents and clients through reliable service and attention to detail. With a proven track record in navigating planning regulations and transforming challenging sites, we continue to uphold our reputation as a trusted developer in competitive markets.
Services
Residential Development
Commercial Development
Barn Conversions
New Build Schemes
Property Refurbishment
Mixed-Use Developments
Heritage Restoration
Site Acquisition
Urban Regeneration
Luxury Apartment Development
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience in residential and commercial property development
- Our family business combines heritage knowledge with modern development expertise
- We maintain rigorous quality control across all projects from concept to completion
- Our team includes professionals with property surveying and investment banking backgrounds
- We won the 2020 Whathouse Silver Award for Best Mixed-Use Development
What people say
Award-winning developments
Attention to detail
Luxury finishes
Prime locations
Historic preservation
Services
Residential Development
We create high-quality residential properties across York, North Yorkshire, and London. Our expertise includes new build schemes, luxury apartments, and family homes tailored to market demands. With over 35 years' experience, we combine modern design with traditional craftsmanship to deliver desirable living spaces in prime locations.
Commercial Development
Our commercial developments focus on office and warehouse accommodation. We specialise in transforming urban sites into functional business spaces while maintaining architectural integrity. Projects benefit from our extensive property market knowledge and strategic approach to site acquisition and planning permissions.
Barn Conversions
We convert historic barns in semi-rural locations into modern homes. Our approach preserves original features while incorporating contemporary amenities. These unique properties combine character with modern living standards, situated in scenic countryside settings across Yorkshire and surrounding areas.
Heritage Restoration
Specialising in restoring character properties, we maintain architectural integrity while modernising structures. Recent projects include preserving historic facades on listed buildings and integrating period features into luxury apartments, ensuring timeless design meets modern functionality.
Mixed-Use Developments
We develop integrated schemes combining residential and commercial elements. Our award-winning projects, like The Old Fire Station in York, demonstrate expertise in balancing diverse requirements while creating cohesive spaces that enhance urban environments and maximise site potential.
People
Paul Spencer
Chairman
With a property surveying background, Paul joined in 2005 and oversees site acquisition and development. He manages property portfolios and provides expert surveying services, ensuring strategic growth and quality control across all projects.
Duncan Brown
Managing Director
Leading our London office since 2000, Duncan specialises in prime west and south west London developments. He builds strong agent relationships and identifies innovative opportunities, combining local market knowledge with development expertise.
Fred Brown
Founder
Established London Ebor Developments in 1988 after selling his retail business. He pioneered heritage conversions before expanding into new builds, maintaining family leadership while overseeing design and build quality across all projects.
Trevor Negus
Board Member
A former investment banker specialising in risk management, Trevor joined in 2009. With software development expertise and personal property renovation experience, he contributes strategic financial insights and actively seeks new development opportunities.
Angus Brown
Board Member
Bringing extensive property sector experience, Angus contributes to strategic decision-making. His background in both residential and commercial development supports the company's growth while maintaining family business values.
Questions
What types of properties do you develop?
We specialise in residential developments including luxury apartments, family homes, and barn conversions, alongside commercial office and warehouse spaces across York, North Yorkshire, and London.
How long have you been in business?
We've been creating quality developments since 1987, with over 35 years' experience in residential and commercial property development across the UK.
What areas do you operate in?
Our primary focus areas are York and North Yorkshire for residential projects, with London and surrounding regions for both residential and commercial developments.
What awards have you won?
We received the 2020 Whathouse Silver Award for Best Mixed-Use Development at The Old Fire Station in York, recognising our design excellence and attention to detail.
