Yorkshire property. Greater potential.

Maximising
space.
Multiplying
value.

We transform overlooked properties into thoughtfully designed shared homes. Better places to live. A considered approach to long-term property value.

Design-led homesDisciplined developmentYorkshire roots
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The MS2 difference

Seeing possibility.
Creating something
worth coming home to.

We convert tired residential properties into high-quality en-suite and, where suitable, studio-style rooms for working professionals. A property’s potential goes beyond its floor plan. We bring together careful location research, practical development experience and considered design to create shared homes for working professionals.

From acquisition to refurbishment and long-term operation, we focus on the details that make a home work—and a project make sense.

Meet the directors

Two perspectives.
One clear direction.

Property strategy meets operational discipline. Meet the people behind MS2.

Colin Straker at a property event

Colin Straker

HMO management & project delivery

Colin brings practical HMO management experience and a hands-on approach to property delivery. His focus is managing high-quality shared homes and overseeing projects through refurbishment and into operation.

Chris Mortimer outdoors in Whitby

Chris Mortimer

Operations & deal structuring

Chris brings extensive European operations leadership, business ownership and hands-on renovation experience. His focus is strong operational systems, commercial discipline and structuring property deals.

Our approach

Good property.
Built on good decisions.

A considered process, from identifying demand to creating homes and building long-term value.

01 / FIND

Start with demand.

Research local employment, transport, amenities and room demand. Select locations where quality shared accommodation has a clear purpose.

02 / TRANSFORM

Make space matter.

Rework the layout, improve the finish and create en-suite bedrooms alongside shared spaces people want to use.

03 / OPERATE

Put people first.

Build the tenant experience into the plan: practical rooms, clear communication and a thoughtful approach to maintaining the home.

04 / GROW

Think long term.

Assess refinancing and reinvestment opportunities against each project’s costs, performance and financing conditions.

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